2014 Ford Transit Connect

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Rating8.2

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Compact Van
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$22,000 - $29,000
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Impressive cargo volume

Disappointing towing and hauling capacity

Ford Transit has been completely redesigned for the 2014 model

Affordable price, as compared to what rivals are offering

Complicated to fold rows, hard to access the third row

Offers a generous list of features

Average towing and payload

Specs & Features

$23,000

price

169 hp @ 6000 rpm

horsepower

171 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

torque

6-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

2.5L 4cyl FWD 6A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

In the world of cargo vans, the 2014 Ford Transit Connect Cargo Van is a well-known name. Belonging to the compact van segment, the Ford Transit Connect competes with the Ram Promaster City, the Nissan NV200, and the Chevrolet City Express. The base trim starts at around MSRP $22,000. With 2 trims on offer, prices reach around $24,525. Traditionally offered bareboned, cargo vans can be equipped to fill the need of the buyer. The Transit Connect Cargo Van too can be equipped with optional packages such as Trailer Tow Package and Extended wheelbase option. The standard engine on offer is a 2.5L Inline 4 engine mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission. This engine maintains a combined MPG of 24 while making 169 horsepower and 171 lb-ft of torque. However, if more power is required, one can get a 1.6L Turbocharged Inline 4 engine for an additional $795. This engine is mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission, making 178 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque. The optional engine returns a combined fuel economy of 25 mpg. 

Buying Advice

The 2014 Ford Transit Connect Cargo Van is available in only 2 trim levels but there are multiple configurations and body styles available. Buyers can choose to buy any particular trim level based on their needs but we highly recommend the optional features such as the front and rear parking sensors, a towing package, a fixed panoramic sunroof, a roof rack, satellite/HD radio, the MyFord Touch electronics interface for improved convenience. 

Trims

    XL
    $22,000 onwards
    • 16-inch steel Wheels
    • A-Spec Sport Seats
    • AM/FM stereo
    • Front manual air conditioning
    • Rear Fog/driving lights
    • Remote keyless entry
    • Seek-Scan Radio
    • Vinyl Seat trim
    XLT
    $23,525 onwards
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    • Cloth Seat trim
    • Driver Lumbar support
    • Fog/Driving lights
    • Heated mirrors
    Titanium
    $29,000 onwards
    • Engine: 2.5L 4cyl 6A
    • Horsepower: 169 hp @ 6000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 171 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: TBD sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: -

Compare to similar cars

Price

$22,000- $29,000

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.22

Horsepower

169 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque

171 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

Capacity

7

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$20,490- $21,480

Gasoline

7.04

131 hp @ 5200 rpm

139 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

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2014 Ford Transit Connect vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    9.4 sec--
    9.8 sec--
    11.1 sec19.2 sec95 mph

    2014 Ford Transit Connect vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      21 mpg29 mpg24 mpg15.8 gal.331.8/458.2 mi.
      20 mpg28 mpg23 mpg15.8 gal.316/442.4 mi.
      24 mpg25 mpg24 mpg14.5 gal.348/362.5 mi.

      2014 Ford Transit Connect vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
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        173.9 in.72.2 in.72.5 in.6 in.104.8 in.
        173.9 in.72.2 in.72.6 in.6.3 in.104.8 in.
        186.3 in.68.1 in.73.7 in.6.5 in.115.2 in.

        2014 Ford Transit Connect vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          46.9 cu.ft.120.6 cu.ft.77.1 cu.ft.
          105 cu.ft.131.8 cu.ft.105 cu.ft.
          122.7 cu.ft.92 cu.ft.122.7 cu.ft.

          2014 Ford Transit Connect vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            83.1 cu.ft.46.9 cu.ft.77.1 cu.ft.-
            83.1 cu.ft.105 cu.ft.105 cu.ft.67 ft.
            10 cu.ft.122.7 cu.ft.122.7 cu.ft.-

            2014 Ford Transit Connect vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              2000 lbs.1110 lbs.3668 lbs.
              2000 lbs.1515 lbs.3505 lbs.
              -1500 lbs.3252 lbs.

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