Accessibility

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Having the ability to enter and exit a mobility vehicle quickly and smoothly is one of your top priorities. So we made it one of our top priorities when developing the MV-1. It was engineered for you using the principles of Universal Design, which allows for ease of accessibility regardless of your mobility situation or any disability you may have. With a deployable ramp capable of holding up to 1,200 lbs., a low step-in floor and extremely spacious entryway and interior, the MV-1 provides you with accessibility that is unmatched by any other wheelchair accessible van.

Accessibility Features.

• The integrated deployable ramp has a shallow ramp angle, an anti-slip surface, and is stored under the floor of the vehicle so you don't lose any interior space.
• The optional power ramp deploys at different aspect ratios to address various vehicle entry and exit scenarios.
• 36" by 56" doorway featuring low step-in that allows easy entry for all passengers.
• Best-in-class interior room, seating up to 6 comfortably.
• Passengers in wheelchairs or scooters can easily enter and turn effortlessly, so they can sit next to the driver.
• Commercial driver’s seat for maximum operator comfort

Durability

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You can take comfort knowing the MV-1 was built like a truck: strong and dependable. From a reliable body-on-frame vehicle architecture to a smart suspension system, it is as durable as it is accessible. We designed the MV-1 with input from fleet owners and drivers, and then road tested it relentlessly in some of the most brutal conditions we could create. But we didn't simply focus on drivability. The deployable ramp, which allows you to enter and exit with ease, has been tested to the extreme through continuous deployment for months at a time. All of this testing ensures that it works every single time you need it.

Durability Features

• A body-on-frame design: the MV-1's frame mounts to the body to create a rigid structure that supports the drivetrain.
• Fully boxed and tubed supportive cross members to provide additional frame stiffness and durability.
• Built like a truck, yet rides like a car:
  • Front Short Long Arm (SLA) suspension that provides a tight turning radius and a rack and pinion steering gear.
  • A de Dion rear suspension with steel leaf springs and air shocks to deliver an extremely comfortable ride for all passengers.
• Ford 4.6L 2V EFI V8 Engine.
• Ford Electronic 4-speed Automatic Transmission with Overdrive.
• The frame is coated with a rust inhibitor to increase longevity of the vehicle.

Green Option

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The MV-1 proves you can be more mobile and more environmentally friendly. It is the only vehicle in its class with an available OEM engineered and assembled Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) fueling system option. Because it's factory-installed, the MV-1 with CNG option gives you the same durability, reliability and quality that everyone demands from gasoline-powered vehicles. And, since natural gas is primarily a domestic resource, the CNG MV-1, with an estimated 290-mile range, is good for the environment and good for America. Now everyone can breathe easier.

CNG Features

• Unique CNG fueling system option designed and factory-installed, not an aftermarket conversion.
• Estimated 290-mile CNG range (which includes a 40-mile low level indicator).
• Three Type-3 CNG tanks integrated seamlessly into the vehicle design and factory-installed.
• Best-in-class luggage capacity (29.1 cubic feet).
• 21.1 Gasoline Gallon Equivalent (GGE).

VPG and Clean Energy

VPG has a strategic partnership with Clean Energy to capitalize on its extensive experience with CNG and its fueling infrastructure. Clean Energy is the largest provider of CNG for fleets in North America and is continuing to expand its CNG fueling infrastructure throughout North America.

Safety

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For your protection, safety features are integrated throughout the MV-1. Starting with the anti-slip surface which covers the ramp and interior floor to give wheelchairs and scooters increased grip. While on the road, the MV-1 has Electronic Stability Control (ESC) to keep your ride steady. With passive and active safety features, it offers unprecedented peace of mind for mobility vehicle passengers and drivers. The MV-1 meets all applicable U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) and Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS).

Safety Features

• Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and Traction Control reduces the chances of spinout or roll-over.
• 6:1 ramp slope (power ramp) for ease of wheelchair and scooter entry and exit.
• Anti-slip surface on the floor and ramp.
• Four wheel power-assisted anti-lock disc brakes (ABS).
• Unique side-entry ramp system that allows passengers to enter and exit away from street traffic.
• Integrated ramp system does not impede interior space or put passenger safety at risk.
• Multiple grab handles provide additional support and stability for all passengers.
• 10 universal floor tracks to secure wheelchairs and scooters.
• Flexible seatbelt location for wheelchairs and scooters.
• Fully boxed frame with high-strength steel reinforced front and rear bumpers and steel side-impact beams.
• Floor-to-ceiling height of nearly five feet to provide ample head room.
• Driver's side airbag and collapsible steering column to maximize driver protection.
• All-season tires.
• Daytime running lights.
• Tire-pressure monitoring system.
• Passive anti-theft system.
• Electronic cutoff switch to prevent driver from operating vehicle while ramp is deployed, and to prevent unintentional deployment while vehicle is in operation.
• The power ramp is equipped with a manual override if necessary.

MV-1 Base Model: Standard Features

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Power and Performance

• Ford 4.6L 2V EFI V8 Engine.
• Ford Electronic 4-Speed Automatic Transmission with Overdrive.
• Rear Wheel Drive with 3.45 Axle Ratio.
• 24-Gallon Gasoline Tank (est. 350-mile range).
• 17-Inch Steel Wheels with Center Wheel Cover.

Accessibility (meets ADA/CSA guidelines)

• Anti-Slip Floor Surface.
• Q-Straint® Wheelchair Restraint Track System.
• Manually Operated Ramp.
• Anti-Slip Ramp Surface.
• 4.1:1 Slope.
• Ramp Lighting.
• Multiple Grab Handles.

Comfort and Convenience

• Rear Self-Leveling Air Suspension System.
• Gray Leatherette Seating Fabric.
• 6-Way Adjustable Commercial Driver's Seat.
• Power Windows.
• Power Locks.
• Power Adjustable Side-View Mirrors.
• Tinted Windows.
• Auxiliary Power Outlets: Rear (2) and Front (2).
• Cup Holders: Rear (2) and Front (2).
• Rear Area Heater and Air Conditioning Outlet.
• Spacious Passenger Seating.
• Best-in-Class 36.4-Cu. Ft. Luggage Capacity.
• Best-in-Class 42.8-Foot Turning Circle.

Safety

• Electronic Stability Control (ESC).
• Traction Control.
• Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS).
• Power-Assisted 4-Wheel Disc Brakes.
• Driver-Side Supplemental Restraint Air Bag System.
• Childseat Anchors (2) and Tethers (3).
• P235/65 R17 All-Season Tires.
• Tire Pressure Monitor System.
• Daytime Running Lights.
• Passkey Theft Deterrent System.
• High-Visibility LED Rear Brake.

Exterior Colors

• Jet Black.
• Sterling Silver.
• Cherry Red.
• Midnight Blue.
• Arctic White.

MV-1 Base Model: Optional Equipment

• Factory-Installed Compressed Natural Gas System.
  • Ford CNG 4.6L 2V EFI V8 Engine.
  • 21.1 Gasoline Gallon Equivalent (GGE) (est. 290-mile range).
• Rear-Facing Jump Seat.
• Telescoping Power Ramp (meets ADA/CSA guidelines).
  • Anti-Slip Ramp Surface.
  • Two deployment settings to fit your needs:
    • 4.4:1 Short Deploy Slope.
    • 6.0:1 Long Deploy Slope.
  • Ramp Lighting.
• Driver's Convenience Package.
  • Rear Window Wiper.
  • AM/FM Radio with CD Player.
  • Cruise Control.
  • Center Console with Additional Cup Holder and Auxiliary Power Outlet.
• Canada Package (for vehicles registered in Canada only).
  • Instrument Panel Cluster in Kilometers.
  • Dual Language Labeling: English and French.

MV-1 Deluxe Model: Standard Features

Includes all standard features on the MV-1 Base Model, plus:

• Telescoping Power Ramp (meets ADA/CSA guidelines).
  • Anti-Slip Ramp Surface.
  • Two deployment settings to fit your needs:
    • 4.4:1 Short Deploy Slope.
    • 6.0:1 Long Deploy Slope.
  • Ramp Lighting.
• Driver's Convenience Package.
  • Rear Window Wiper.
  • AM/FM Radio with CD Player.
  • Cruise Control.
  • Center Console with Additional Cup Holder and Auxiliary Power Outlet.
• 17-Inch Steel Wheels with Full Wheel Cover.
• Cargo Area Floor Trim.

MV-1 Deluxe Model: Optional Equipment

• Factory-Installed Compressed Natural Gas System.
  • Ford CNG 4.6L 2V EFI V8 Engine.
  • 21.1 Gasoline Gallon Equivalent (GGE) (est. 290-mile range).
• Rear-Facing Jump Seat.
• Canada Package (for vehicles registered in Canada only).
  • Instrument Panel Cluster in Kilometers.
  • Dual Language Labeling: English and French.

Vehicle Specifications

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Warranty

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• Bumper to Bumper - 3 years / 36,000 miles
• Powertrain - 5 years / 75,000 miles
• Ramp - 5 years / 75,000 miles
• Corrosion Protection - 5 years / 100,000 miles