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Ford Nugget turns 40: from Westfalia to hybrid

27.04.2026 09:04 2 min 5 sources РУС
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Ford Nugget turns 40: from Westfalia to hybrid
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The compact camper Ford Nugget, based on the Transit, celebrates its 40th anniversary. It evolved from the 1986 version to the hybrid fifth generation of 2023.

Ford Nugget, a compact camper based on the Ford Transit, is celebrating 40 years since its launch. The first generation was developed together with Westfalia and featured a gas stove, sink and refrigerator. Over the years, the model evolved from a basic version to a modern plug-in hybrid, becoming one of the most popular compact campers in Europe.

Key milestones

  • 1986 — launch of the first generation on the Ford Transit base.
  • 2013 — the model began to be sold outside Germany.
  • 2023 — the fifth generation received hybrid technology and all-wheel drive.

A retro version in black-and-white design was presented for the anniversary. The manufacturer states that the model combines travel freedom with everyday functionality.

#Ford Nugget (27) #Ford Transit (108) #Westfalia (28)

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