2016 Ford Transit Connect

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Rating8.1

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Compact Van
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$22,675 - $29,300
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Strong and efficient optional turbocharged engine

Base engine lacks adequate power and has low fuel economy

Remains unchanged for 2016

Multiple wheelbase options and trim levels are available

Unimpressive towing capability

Practical and easy to load cargo

Optional turbocharged engine isn't available with long-wheelbase van

Specs & Features

$25,200

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 2016 Ford Transit Connect Cargo Van is a well-known name. Belonging to the compact van segment, the Ford Transit Connect Cargo Van competes with the RAM Promaster City Cargo Van, Mercedes-Benz Metris Cargo Van, and Nissan NV200 Cargo Van. The base trim starts at around an MSRP of $22,675. With 2 trims on offer, prices reach around $25,200. 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 packages such as Trailer Tow Package and CNG/Propane Gaseous Engine Prep Package along with extended wheelbase options. 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 23 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 price. This engine is also 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 2016 Ford Transit Connect Cargo Van is a capable and versatile option in its segment. There are two trims offered and we recommend getting the higher XLT trim that offers a better feature set.

Trims

    XLT
    $22,675 onwards
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    • Cloth Seat trim
    • Driver Lumbar support
    • Front Fog/driving lights
    XL
    $22,675 onwards
    • 16-inch steel Wheels
    • AM/FM stereo
    • Manual front air conditioning
    • Vinyl Seat trim
    Titanium
    $29,300 onwards
    • Engine: 2.5L 4cyl FWD 6A
    • Horsepower: 169 hp @ 6000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 171 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 7.5 sec
    • Top Speed: 136 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 23 mpg

Compare to similar cars

Price

$22,675- $29,300

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.07

Horsepower

169 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque

171 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

Capacity

7

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$30,595- $46,745

Gasoline

7.7

285 hp @ 5400 rpm

295 lb.-ft. @ 4600 rpm

3

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$28,950- $32,500

Gasoline

6.8

208 hp @ 5500 rpm

258 lb.-ft.

2

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$26,740- $35,160

Gasoline

8.78

261 hp @ 5600 rpm

281 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

2

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2016 Ford Transit Connect vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    7.5 sec--
    10.2 sec17.6 sec-
    8.6 sec16.8 sec135 mph
    8.7 sec16.7 sec-
    9.8 sec19.5 sec110 mph

    2016 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.
      21 mpg24 mpg22 mpg18.5 gal.388.5/444 mi.
      11 mpg16 mpg13 mpg31 gal.341/496 mi.
      ---28 gal.-

      2016 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.72.6 in.6 in.104.8 in.
        173.9 in.72.2 in.72.5 in.6 in.104.8 in.
        240.6 in.79.9 in.83.9 in.8.1 in.146.1 in.
        224.1 in.79.2 in.84.6 in.7.1 in.135 in.
        202.4 in.75.9 in.75.2 in.4.3 in.126 in.

        2016 Ford Transit Connect vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
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          103.9 cu.ft.131.8 cu.ft.103.9 cu.ft.
          46.9 cu.ft.165.9 cu.ft.77.1 cu.ft.
          186 cu.ft.-186 cu.ft.
          234.1 cu.ft.105 cu.ft.234.1 cu.ft.
          239.7 cu.ft.101.7 cu.ft.270.4 cu.ft.

          2016 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.103.9 cu.ft.103.9 cu.ft.79 ft.
            83.1 cu.ft.46.9 cu.ft.77.1 cu.ft.-
            93.5 cu.ft.234.1 cu.ft.234.1 cu.ft.-
            13.3 cu.ft.239.7 cu.ft.270.4 cu.ft.-
            186 cu.ft.186 cu.ft.186 cu.ft.-

            2016 Ford Transit Connect vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              2000 lbs.1470 lbs.3467 lbs.
              2000 lbs.1130 lbs.3505 lbs.
              10000 lbs.3247 lbs.5388 lbs.
              7000 lbs.2758 lbs.5791 lbs.
              4960 lbs.2502 lbs.4222 lbs.

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