Stop The Press: It’s The Fiat Ducato’s Second Facelift In 15 Years

Almost 15 years in the market would be more than enough for pretty much any modern vehicle, but not for the Ducato, as Fiat decided that it needs yet another facelift.

Normally, this red prototype would have passed as just another van, but our spy photographers saw that it has its front end partially covered up, so they took out their camera and snapped a few pictures.

The visual changes are modest, nonetheless, as they revolve around the front bumper and grille. The headlamps appear to sport different graphics, but this is where the changes end, for now at least, as the back end looks identical, with the small bumper and vertical taillights mounted on each side of the two doors.

Partially visible through the windows in certain images, the cockpit was largely under wraps, suggesting that the dashboard panel and perhaps other parts will be updated. We don’t know what to expect at this point, though it will probably get a new infotainment system with a larger screen and more user-friendly graphics, and a digital rearview mirror like its Ram ProMaster sibling, in addition to revised upholstery and trim.

The engine family is likely to be revamped and should still include a battery-electric version. The current E-Ducato debuted last year, with a 120 HP and 206 lb-ft (280 Nm) of torque electric motor, and different battery sizes with over 205 miles (330 km) of range with the biggest unit installed.