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Ford Nugget turns 40: from compact camper to hybrid evolution

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The iconic Ford Nugget camper, built on the Ford Transit in collaboration with Westfalia, celebrates its 40th anniversary. It evolved from a 1986 basic version to a 2023 fifth-generation plug-in hybrid, with a limited retro edition in black-and-white design.

The Ford Nugget, a compact camper based on the Ford Transit, marks 40 years since its launch in 1986. Developed with Westfalia, the first generation featured a gas stove, sink, and refrigerator. Initially sold only in Germany, it expanded to other European markets in 2013.

Model evolution

Over four decades, the Nugget evolved from a basic motorhome to a modern plug-in hybrid. The fifth generation, introduced in 2023, features hybrid technology and all-wheel drive. For the anniversary, Ford Pro and Westfalia released a limited edition replicating the black-and-white design of 1986.

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The special series is powered by a 2.0L EcoBlue diesel engine with 170 hp and is priced from €89,650 in Germany. It was unveiled at the CMT 2026 trade fair in Stuttgart.

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