Ford plans to introduce five new vehicles in Europe by the end of the decade, including two all-electric models that will be developed through its partnership with Renault.
The upcoming electric vehicles are expected to use Renault’s Ampere electric vehicle platform while incorporating Ford-specific design and engineering characteristics.
Two Electric Models Planned
The first of the Renault-based Ford electric vehicles is expected to launch in 2028, with a second model following thereafter.
Ford has not disclosed details about the vehicles, though Chief Executive Officer Jim Farley has previously indicated that the models are likely to compete in smaller vehicle segments.
Industry speculation has suggested that Ford could potentially revive established nameplates such as Fiesta or Focus for the new electric models, although the company has not confirmed any naming decisions.
Production Location Yet to Be Determined
Ford has not finalized where the future electric vehicles will be manufactured.
Speaking to Motor1, Christian Weingaertner, head of Ford’s passenger vehicle division in Europe, said production could take place in France or at another location depending on agreements between the two companies.
“Yes, but not necessarily. We can also take the platform and install it somewhere else,” Weingaertner said when asked whether the vehicles would be built in France.
“It obviously depends on the partner and what we agree with them.”
He added that economics play a significant role when developing smaller vehicles.
“The smaller the vehicles get, the thinner the margins become.”
Building on Existing EV Partnerships
Ford already manufactures two electric vehicles based on a partner-developed platform.
The Ford Explorer and Ford Capri electric models are built at the company’s Cologne Electric Vehicle Center in Germany and use Volkswagen’s MEB electric vehicle architecture.
The Renault partnership represents another example of Ford leveraging external EV platforms while focusing on vehicle differentiation through design, engineering and brand identity.
Broader European Strategy
The five new vehicles form part of Ford’s broader strategy to strengthen its position in Europe following several years of restructuring and financial challenges in the region.
The automaker has said the upcoming models will be designed specifically for European customers and driving conditions.
Ford describes the future lineup as including vehicles intended to balance performance, practicality and electrification while addressing the requirements of European roads and urban environments.
The company has not yet disclosed details regarding the remaining three vehicles planned as part of the five-model rollout, nor has it announced a complete launch schedule beyond the first Renault-based EV expected in 2028.