Read Caroline’s Ford Capri review for everything you need to know about buying Ford’s new electric crossover in Ireland.
Once a low-slung coupé that captured the imagination of generations, the Ford Capri is back – but not quite as you remember it.
For 2025, Ford has revived the Capri name but this time it’s an electric crossover with some good range figures up to 620 kilometres – very important in today’s world.
Built on the same Volkswagen Group MEB platform as the ID.4 and Skoda Enyaq, the new Capri mixes familiar tech with Ford’s own twist. But will it drive like a Ford?
Let’s take a closer look.
Design
The new Ford Capri joins Ford’s burgeoning EV line-up, which now includes the Mustang Mach-e, Puma Gen-E, Explorer and Capri. First things first, it’s not a sexy coupé like the original – it’s a chunky looking crossover. So it sits higher off the ground than your average hatchback with a sloping roofline to fulfil coupé-like aspirations. There are some subtle nods to the original – like the distinctive rear C-pillar design and the black band between the headlights, even the pattern of the LEDs. “CAPRI” is etched boldly across the front. It’s a car not without presence and has its own distinction, particularly compared to the more traditional SUV-like Ford Explorer.
In Ireland it comes in three trims – Style, Select and Premium – with 19-inch alloys as standard, and 20s reserved for the Premium.
2025 Ford Capri Interior
The Capri gets a brand new generation Ford interior. It’s quite similar in its design and colour scheme to the Explorer, but feels sportier and more driver-focused. There’s a tidier driving position and the heated sports-style seats offer good support, as well as a massage feature on Select versions.
Material quality is good, and the cabin feels well-put together, though not as luxurious as a Polestar 2. Some of the switchgear is familiar from other cars and SUVs built on the MEB platform but Ford has put enough of its own stamp on it all.
There’s a large portrait touchscreen in the centre that’s easy to use with well-laid out menus and wireless smartphone connectivity. The only foible being that the climate controls are positioned too far down the screen so can be clumsy to adjust while driving.
How practical is it?
Practicality is where the Capri really shines. Built on a flat-floored EV platform, rear seat space is generous. There’s loads of legroom and Isofix mounts on the two outer seats.
The boot offers an impressive 572 litres, which is not too far off what you’ll find in a Skoda Enyaq. There’s also clever storage like the giant ‘MegaConsole’ cubby between the two front seats and the two-position boot floor that can be used to stow away charging cables underneath.
Battery, Range & Charging
Irish buyers can choose from two versions:
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52kWh battery (up to 391km WLTP range)
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77kWh extended range battery (up to 627km WLTP range)
Charging is good, with up to 135kW DC fast-charging for the 77kWh getting you from 10 to 80% in around 28 minutes. A heat pump is available as an option to help reduce energy use during the colder months.
Driving the Ford Capri
Only rear-wheel drive versions are available at launch in Ireland, but performance is brisk. The extended range model has 286hp and does 0-100 km/h in just 6.4 seconds. There are multiple driving modes – Normal, Eco, Sport and Individual – for added flexibility.
Ford has tweaked the Capri’s chassis, suspension and steering to add some flavour and while it doesn’t quite recapture the sharp, playful character of favourite Fords like the Focus, Kuga and Puma, it does feel agile and composed. The ride quality is excellent, especially on 19-inch wheels, and there’s very little road noise.
Handling is tidy and steering is light but precise, making it easy to live with day-to-day. It’s not a hot hatch by any stretch, but it feels well-balanced and a bit sharper than the Explorer, with a sportier driving position too.
It also proved to be very efficient during my summer test, with energy consumption as low as 13.8kWh per 100 kilometres.
Ford Capri Pricing for Ireland
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Capri Style 52kWh – from €39,912
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Capri Select 77kWh – from €47,270
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Capri Premium 77kWh – from €50,990
Verdict
So, is this really a Capri? Not in the traditional sense – but that doesn’t mean it’s a bad thing. Ford has created a comfortable and practical EV that’s ready to take on modern rivals. And while purists may grumble at the nameplate’s new direction, the reality is that the 2025 Ford Capri is a very good electric car in its own right.
It may not stir your soul like the original, but it could very well win over a new generation – and that might just be the point.
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Written by Caroline Kidd
Founder and Editor of Changing Lanes, Juror for Irish Car of the Year
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