TheFiat Ducato is alight commercial vehicle jointly developed byFCA Italy andPSA Group (currentlyStellantis), and mainly manufactured bySevel, a joint venture between the two companies since 1981. It has also been sold as theCitroën C25,Peugeot J5,Alfa Romeo AR6 andTalbot Express and later as the Fiat Ducato,Citroën Jumper (Relay first in the United Kingdom and then in Australia; Dispatch in Australia as a shorter variant), andPeugeot Boxer (Manager in Mexico), from 1994 onwards. It entered the North American market as theRam ProMaster in May 2014 for the 2015 model year.

Fiat Ducato
Overview
Manufacturer	Sevel Stellantis (2021–present)
Also called	Ram Promaster Citroen Jumper Peugeot Boxer Opel Movano Vauxhall Movano Toyota Proace Max
Production	1981–present
Body and chassis
Class	Light commercial vehicle (M)
Layout	Front-engine, front-wheel-drive
Chronology
Predecessor	Fiat 242 Fiat Daily Dodge Sprinter (for Ram ProMaster) Peugeot J9 (for Peugeot J5) Citroën H Van (for Citroën C25) Dodge Spacevan (for Talbot Express) Renault Master (for Opel/Vauxhall Movano) Alfa Romeo Romeo (for Alfa Romeo AR6)

In Europe, it is produced at theSevel Sud factory, inAtessa, Italy. It has also been produced at theIveco factory inSete Lagoas, Brazil, at theKarsan factory inAkçalar, Turkey, at theFiat Chrysler Automobiles Saltillo Van Assembly Plant inSaltillo, Mexico, and at theFiat-Sollers factory inElabuga, Russia. Since 1981, more than 3.5 million Fiat Ducatos have been produced.^[1][2] The name "Ducato" is a reference to theducat; after theFiorino, this was the second Fiat light commercial vehicle to be named after ancient coinage.

In July 2019, theelectric version of the Ducato developed by FCA Italy was presented, and sales commenced in 2020; a refreshed model debuted for 2024.^[3] An electric version for the North American market, the Ram ProMaster EV, was unveiled in early 2024.^[4]

Since the 2021 model year, the Ducato has also been rebadged as theOpel/Vauxhall Movano, replacing the previous model Movano, which from 1998 until 2021 had been based on theRenault Master. The Ducato is also rebadged as the Toyota Proace Max.^[5]

4WD versions are available to order, which are converted by the French company Dangel using a central viscous coupling.

The Ducato is the most commonmotorhome base used in Europe; with around two-thirds of motorhomes using the Ducato base.^[6]

The Ducato was first launched in 1981, and was the result of Fiat's collaboration withPSA Peugeot Citroën, that resulted in the vehicle's development starting in 1978. The vehicles were manufactured at theSevel Val di Sangro plant inAtessa, in central Italy, and at theSevel Campania plant inPomigliano d'Arco,Naples,^[7] together with the similarAlfa Romeo AR6,Citroën C25, andPeugeot J5 versions. The Peugeot J5 was sold as the Talbot Express in the United Kingdom (1986–1994). The collaboration of Fiat and PSA had earlier produced theFiat 242 andCitroën C35 from 1974.

For the Fiat, engines were 2.0 litre4-cylinder petrol or 1.9 litrediesel. Trim levels were base, S, and SX. Model variants were named according to carrying capacity: Ducato 10 (1.0 tons), Ducato 13 (1.3 tons), Ducato 14 (1.4 tons), and Ducato Maxi 18 (1.8 tons). The Ducato Mk1 was very popular as a basis forcampervan conversions. A short-wheelbase version was sold asFiat Talento.

In August 1992, some Fiat Ducatos were built with the T29C electric DC motor fromLeroy-Somer, named as theDucato Elettra powered by 28 six-volt valve regulated lead–acid (VRLA) gel cell batteries, producing 168 volts DC and 160 amperes, in a wooden box weighing 868 kg. This 4765 × 1965 × 2100 mm transporter (maximum gross weight 3190 kg) had a vehicle payload of 750 kg and a range up to 70 kilometers.^[8]

TheFiat Talento (Italian pronunciation:[taˈlɛnto]) is a light commercial vehicle produced by the Italian automaker Fiat, first sold in 1981 as a short-wheelbase version of the Ducato. In 1994, the first generation Talento was discontinued.

It has been offered in two non-consecutive generations, as the nameplate made its return as a rebadgedRenault Trafic (X82) in 2016. The name continues Fiat's practice of naming their commercial vehicles after old currencies, with "talento" referring to thetalent, a unit of measurement often used for precious metals.

TheAlfa Romeo AR6 was a badge-engineered Ducato sold byAlfa Romeo on the Italian market only, as a replacement for theAlfa Romeo Romeo. It was available in two different wheelbase lengths, and as a passenger van, commercial van, or pick-up truck. It was also the final commercial vehicle sold by Alfa Romeo. The Alfa Romeo AR6 was produced in the Sevel Campania plant (formerly owned by ARVECO – Alfa Romeo Industrial Vehicles) of Pomigliano d'Arco, Naples, until 1 January 1986, when Alfa Romeo dropped out of the commercial vehicle business entirely. Production of the Fiat Ducato continued in the same plant until 1994 when it was closed.^[9]

TheCitroën C25 was a 2.5 tonne capacity van (hence the name C25) produced from October 1981 until 1993. The C25 succeeded the dated corrugatedCitroën Type H post war one tonne van. The C25's engines are transversely mounted; the petrol one is a Peugeot 504 unit whilst the diesel one is from the Citroën CX diesel. Both units are coupled to a Citroën gearbox.

In February 1982, the range was extended to include a pick-up truck and a minibus. In 1991, the C25 series 2 was launched with an enlarged grille. In 1994, the C25 was replaced by theJumper.

ThePeugeot J5 was a 2.5 tonne capacity van, also produced from October 1981 until 1993. Its powertrains are as per the Citroën C25. In 1991, the J5 series 2 was launched with a new front grille and headlights. It was replaced in 1994 by the Peugeot Boxer, which was based on the second generation Fiat Ducato.

It sold reasonably well in France but enjoyed little commercial success outside France, being overshadowed in much of Europe by the Fiat Ducato, which was supported by stronger commercial vehicle dealership networks in key markets.

TheTalbot Express van, sold solely in the United Kingdom, was the lastTalbot-badged motor vehicle to be produced, quietly succeeding the outdatedDodge Spacevan modeline. Production of thisbadge-engineered version for the United Kingdom began in 1982 and continued until 1994, nearly eight years after thelast Talbot badged passenger car had been withdrawn.

Its Citroën/Peugeot petrol and diesel engines were transversely mounted driving the front wheels. A 4×4 option was also available, although is now very rare today.

In 1991, the series 2 Express was launched with an enlarged grille. Production was discontinued in 1994, when Peugeot finally discarded the Talbot marque.

This van was popular in the United Kingdom, for new conversions to camper vans or motorhomes by coach builders. Provided they are well-maintained and not too rusty, they can still command prices of many thousands of pounds even though they are over thirty years old. This is in marked contrast to the values of the commercial van versions.

The second-generation Ducato arrived in 1993 and was still produced by Sevel. Peugeot changed the name from J5 toBoxer while Citroën rebranded the C25 asJumper (sold as the "Relay" in the United Kingdom and Ireland). One engine option was a Fiat 2.5 L diesel, which was replaced with 2.8 LIveco/Sofim engine in 1998.

The Ducato Goods Transport has a payload of 12 m³ and comes with a choice of four engines: the 2.0 petrol, 2.0 JTD, 2.3 JTD 16V, or 2.8 JTD. All of these conformed to the Euro 3 standards and offered programmedmaintenance management. The range included two types ofgearbox: a mechanical box with a five-speedmanual plus reverse and anautomatic transmission with four speeds plus reverse.

The Ducato Passenger Transport has a carrying capacity of six to nine people and comes with the 2.3 litre JTD 16v engine, which again is Euro 3 compliant and delivers 110 bhp.

The Ducato Combi is a mixture of the Goods Transport and thePassenger Transport. It is ideal for the transport of people and goods alike, and it can accommodate up to nine occupants. Model designations were Ducato 10 (1 ton), Ducato 14 (1.4 tons) and Ducato Maxi 18 (1.8 tons).

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  Fiat Ducato II rear view
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  1st generation (original) Citroën Jumper
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  1st generation (original) Peugeot Boxer

The second series was restyled in February 2002, with the addition of rear and side bump mouldings and revised front grille. The engine range was: 2.0 JTD, 2.3 JTD 16v and 2.8 JTD, 2.5 diesel was dropped. Model designations were changed to reflect maximum gross weight: Ducato 29 (2.9 tons), Ducato 30 (3.0 tons), Ducato 33 (3.3 tons) and Ducato Maxi 35 (3.5 tons).^[10]

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  Fiat Ducato II facelift
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  Fiat Ducato II facelift rear view
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  Facelifted (2nd generation) Citroën Relay (Dispatch in Australia)
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  Facelifted (2nd generation) Peugeot Boxer

On 15 December 2005, the three-millionth vehicle was produced, which resulted in the rate of production increasing to nine vehicles per day. This generation was also produced at theFiat Auto Poland Tychy plant incomplete knock down,^[11] at theIveco plant inSete Lagoas (Brazil), at theKarsan plant inAlkaçar,Turkey, since 2000, and since 2006 inElabuga, Russia (Fiat-Sollers).

The Ducato, Jumper, and Boxer were also produced in Brazil until December 2016.^[12]

¹ Only for Fiat Ducato
² Only for Citroën Jumper and Peugeot Boxer

¹ Only for Citroën Jumper and Peugeot Boxer
² Only for Fiat Ducato

¹ Only for Citroën Jumper and Peugeot Boxer
² Only for Fiat Ducato

The third-generation Jumper/Relay was launched first in worldwide except in Australia in September 2006 as a 2007 model (including the UK) and then in Australia in late 2012 as a 2013 model, followed by the Boxer in June^[18] and the Ducato later as a 2008 model. The vehicle was available in many variants both for people and goods transport. Weights were again increased, with the following designations for all-up weight: Ducato 30 (3 tonnes), Ducato 33 (3.3 tonnes), Ducato Maxi 35 (3.5 tonnes) and Ducato Maxi 40 (4 tonnes). In van configuration, the vehicle is available in three wheelbases: 3000 mm (118 inch), 3450 mm (136 inch), and 4050 mm (159 inch), and in three heights: 2250 mm (90 inch), 2500 mm (99 inch), and 2750 mm (109 inch). Also in van configuration, the three wheelbases are offered in four overall vehicle lengths of 4950 mm (195 inch), 5400 mm (213 inch), 6000 mm (236 inch), and 6350 mm (250 inch). The two longest body lengths are available only with the 4050 mm wheelbase.

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  Rear view (pre-facelift)
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  Peugeot Boxer (pre-facelift)
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  Citroën Relay (pre-facelift)
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  Ram ProMaster 1500
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  Zenith Electric Van

This third-generation Ducato has been available in Mexico since November 2007, and over 30 different models are available. It is marketed as the Fiat Ducato, and as the Peugeot Manager. These models are similar to the European configurations with smaller engines, available diesel, and manual transmissions,^[19] although the Canada and U.S. version, with larger gasoline engines and automatic transmissions, is made in Mexico.

Since October 2013,Fiat Chrysler Automobiles'sRam Trucks brand has marketed the Ducato as theRam ProMaster in Canada and the United States. Since the 2009 bankruptcy of Chrysler and subsequent acquisition by Fiat, Chrysler had not offered a large van in this market. Dodge Trucks (the brand name used by Chrysler prior to the inception of the Ram brand) had offered a version of theMercedes-Benz Sprinter van between 2003 and 2009, and earlier theDodge Ram Van. The ProMaster is produced in FCA'sSaltillo,Mexico, plant.

Traditional commercial vans in this market are heavybody-on-frame based on pickup trucks. The ProMaster has aunibody construction and front-wheel drive. This gives it a lower floor height, which improves cargo loading. Front-wheel drive also improves handling and safety.^[20]

The most significant difference between the ProMaster and the Ducato is the availability of a 3.6 L24-valve V6 gasolineChrysler Pentastar engine offered in conjunction with the Chrysler 62TE six-speed automatic transmission as standard equipment. The Iveco 3.0 L16-valve I4 dieselJTD engine, branded asEcoDiesel by Chrysler, mated with the "comfort-matic" M40MTA six-speed automated manual transmission was offered in model years 2014 through 2016; however, the gasoline V6 is currently the sole engine available in the ProMaster. Starting in the 2021 model year, the standard engine is the 3.6 L24-valve V6 gasolinePentastar Upgrade engine, in conjunction with the 9-speedZF9HP48automatic replacing the Chrysler 62TE transmission.

The ProMaster is offered in three wheelbases (118-inch (3,000 mm), 135.8-inch (3,450 mm), 158.9-inch (4,040 mm)), four overall body lengths (195-inch (5,000 mm), 213-inch (5,400 mm), 236-inch (6,000 mm), 250-inch (6,400 mm), with the two longest body lengths available only with the 159-inch (4,000 mm) wheelbase). Only the low (89-inch (2,300 mm) and medium 99-inch (2,500 mm)) heights are offered on the ProMaster.

The panel van configuration is available in all sizes, while the chassis-cab and cut-away configurations are offered only in 136-inch (3,500 mm) and 159-inch (4,000 mm) wheelbases. The window van is available only in the 159-inch (4,000 mm) wheelbase and 99-inch (2,500 mm) roof height.

For the 2019model year, the ProMaster received a new front fascia, replacing the crosshair grille with a new "RAM"-lettered front grille. The 3.0LEcoDiesel inline four-cylinder (I4) turbodiesel engine was also discontinued, leaving the 3.6LPentastar V6 gasoline engine withvariable valve timing (VVT) as the only engine choice for the ProMaster. The previously optional five-inchUconnect 3 touchscreen radio was made standard equipment to comply with theFederal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) requiring that all vehicles with GVWR of 10,000 lb (4535 kg) or less manufactured after April 2018 provide a rearview camera.

At the 2020 Work Truck Show inIndianapolis, Indiana,Ram introduced the 2021model year ProMaster with new features. A 9.2-inch digital rearview mirror with a rear camera is available as an option. New safety features include blind spot monitoring (BLIS) with rear cross-path detection and a forward collision warning system (FCWS) with emergency brake assist. LED interior lighting for the interior courtesy and ambient interior lighting is also available.^[21]

For the 2023 model year, the Ram ProMaster received a second facelift to match the styling of the other post-facelift models.

In early 2024, theRam ProMaster EV was unveiled. This electric vehicle is equipped with a 110 kWh battery and a 270 hp (200 kW) motor^[4] (see also the "Electric versions" section below).

¹ Only for Fiat Ducato
² Only for Citroën Jumper and Peugeot Boxer

¹ Only for Citroën Jumper and Peugeot Boxer
² Only for Fiat Ducato
³ Only for Ram ProMaster

Note: for some versions/markets, the previous engines are still available.

Notes

The fourth-generation Ducato/Jumper/Relay/Boxer (platform designation X290) was introduced in the summer of 2014, scheduled for an October 2014 debut as a 2015 model (except in Australia which had two models for Relay/Dispatch: a 2017 model with first facelift and a 2019 model with second facelift) while the 2014 model year was entirely skipped. Although based on the third generation model, it features a heavily revised front end, with more car likeheadlight styling. Euro 6 engines were introduced for the 2017 model year in late 2016, and does not requireAdblue (Fiat version only) unlike most of its competitors.^[24] The Relay/Boxer/Jumper received the 2.0L PSA DW10 based Euro 6 engine. The Ram ProMaster was revised in 2018 for the 2019 model year with a different grille, increased payload and improved towing capacity.^[25]

In 2019, Ducato moved from twin EGR system introduced with for Euro 6 to AdBlue on the 2.3L engine to comply with Euro 6d. Same year Boxer/Relay/Jumper changed the 2.0L PSA DW10 engine for 2.2L DW12 based engine.

In 2021, new features includeadaptive cruise control,autonomous emergency braking andlane keep assist.^[26] In the same year, following the acquisition of Opel and Vaxuhall by Groupe PSA and its subsequent merger with FCA to form Stellantis, the Ducato was rebadged as the Opel/Vauxhall Movano, which was previously based on theRenault Master.^[27]

In 2022, the Ducato and ProMaster received a redesigned dashboard and the 948TE nine-speed automatic transmission as standard equipment for the ProMaster and optional for the Ducato. The Ducato also receives the 2.2LFiat Pratola Serra Family B turbo diesel, branded as the Multijet 3 (from end of 2021), while the ProMaster receives a revised 3.6L Pentastar.^[28][29] For the 2023 model year, the front end of the ProMaster was redesigned to match its European counterparts, coinciding with the introduction of the ProMaster EV; the van also received a third "super-high" roof option on the longest wheelbase.^[30] Also in 2023 Ducato in Europe and other markets switched engines again, this time to the PSA DW12 2.2L unitPSA EW/DW engine used in the other Sevel vans (Relay/Boxer/Jumper/Movano).

Toyota Motor Europe and Stellantis plan to build a Toyota-badged large van based on the Ducato platform, expected to be released in mid-2024. This is an expansion of the two automakers' LCV partnership started in 2012.^[31]

Thebattery electric Ducato Electric was announced in July 2019, with planned availability in 2020. The targeted range was 220 to 360 km (140 to 220 mi) on theNew European Driving Cycle. The same body variants as the conventional Ducato would be available, providing cargo volumes of 10 to 17 m³ (350 to 600 cu ft) and maximum payload of 1,950 kg (4,300 lb).^[32]

In April 2021, Fiat launched the E-Ducato, which had been co-developed with package delivery firm DHL. Ducatogliders are assembled at the FiatSevel Sud factory in Atessa, then shipped toFiat Mirafiori in Turin, where they are fitted with a drivetrain developed bySolarEdge. Estimated maximum production capacity is 1,000 vehicles per month.^[33] The similar electric van variants sold by PSA as the Citroen Jumper/Relay and Peugeot Boxer also are assembled at Sevel Sud, but use a different battery technology as they are converted by BD Auto instead.^[34][35]

The 2021 E-Ducato is fitted with either a 3- or 5-module high voltage traction battery with 47 or 79 kW-hr of storage, respectively; estimated range is 280 km (170 mi) under theWLTP mixed cycle for the larger battery. Traction motor peak output is 90 kW (120 hp) and 280 N⋅m (210 lbf⋅ft). As an option, the E-Ducato can be fitted with a port to accept power at up to 50 kW (DC).^[33]

In comparison, the e-Boxer conversion uses a traction battery with 37 or 75 kW-hr of storage, giving an estimated range of 73 or 154 mi (117 or 248 km), respectively (WLTP).^[36]

For the 2024 model year (coinciding with a facelift), the E-Ducato received a new drivetrain. The battery has a capacity of 110 kWh, providing power to an electric traction motor with a peak output of 200 kW (270 hp) and 410 N⋅m (300 lbf⋅ft).^[37] The Ducato's siblings from other Stellantis brands, the Peugeot e-Boxer, the Citroen e-Jumper (Citroen e-Relay in the UK & Ireland), the Opel/Vauxhall Movano-e, and the new Toyota Proace Max Electric, also received this new drivetrain.^[38][39][5]

In January 2024 for the North American market, Stellantis unveiled the Ram ProMaster EV, also equipped with an identical drivetrain featuring a 110 kWh battery and a 268 hp (200 kW), 302 lb⋅ft (409 N⋅m) motor.^[4] The targeted range is 174 mi (280 km) in city driving; maximum charging rate is 150 kW using a Level 3 (DC) fast charger.^[40] Orders for the Ram ProMaster EV (delivery model) were opened in September 2024; the cargo model will follow in 2025.^[41]

On November 22, 2023, as the lead partner in Stellantis for the development of hydrogen products,Opel announced the Movano HYDROGEN would come to market along with its siblings the Citroen e-Jumper Hydrogen, Peugeot e-Boxer Hydrogen and Fiat E-Ducato Hydrogen.

Components for the large hydrogen van are shared with the mid-sized Opel Vivaro-e Hydrogen van, using a 110 kW motor, 45 kW fuel cell and 10.5kWh lithium-ion battery combined with four, rather than three, hydrogen cylinders. The H2 Ducato will have an expected range of more than 500 km. Sales will begin in Europe in 2025. North America will get an H2 pick-up truck in addition to the van, using the RAM brand.^[42]

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  Fiat Ducato (2014 facelift)
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  Rear view (2014 facelift)
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  Citroën Relay (2014 facelift)
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  Peugeot Boxer (2014 facelift)
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  Ram ProMaster (2019 facelift)
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  Opel Movano
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  Vauxhall Movano
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  2021 Fiat Ducato, with new logo
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  Ram ProMaster (2023 facelift)

A second facelift was revealed on October 23, 2023, introducing technological updates.^[43] Engine for all version is the 2.2 B22 Multijet.

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  Fiat Ducato (2024 facelift)
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  Toyota Proace Max

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