2019 Ford Transit Connect

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Rating7.8

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Compact Van
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$24,100 - $31,595
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Modern and updated cabin

Engines should have been more powerful

New powertrain

Intuitive infotainment unit

Stiff ride quality

Standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

Multiple configurations available

Unimpressive towing capabilities

Forward Collision Warning standard on all trims

Packed with safety features

Specs & Features

$24,100

price

162 hp @ 6500 rpm

horsepower

144 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

torque

8-Speed Automatic w/od

transmission

2.0L 4cyl FWD 8A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

In the world of Cargo Vans, the 2019 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, and the Mercedes-Benz Metris Cargo Van. The base trim starts at around MSRP of $24,100. With 2 trims on offer, prices reach around $27,045. Traditionally offered bareboned, Cargo Vans can be equipped to fill the need of the buyer. The Transit Connect is available in short and long wheelbase options and also can be equipped with packages such as Driver-Assist Package, Smoker's Package, or Trailer Tow Package improving either form or function. Delivering a combined MPG of 26, the 2.0L inline-4 engine on offer here feels potent enough. It is mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission and makes 162 horsepower and 144 lb-ft of torque.

Buying Advice

The Ford Transit Connect Cargo Van enters 2019 with a new engine and transmission. There are two trims offered and we recommend going for the XLT trim with the required wheelbase and packages.

Trims

    XL
    $24,100 onwards
    • Engine: 2.0L 4cyl FWD 8A
    • Horsepower: 162 hp @ 6500 rpm hp
    • Torque: 144 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 10.5 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 25 mpg
    XLT
    $26,045 onwards
    • Cloth Seat trim
    • Driver Lumbar support
    • Front Fog/driving lights
    • Rain Sensing Windshield wipers
    • Siriusxm AM/FM/Satellite
    Titanium
    $26,845 onwards
    • Engine: 2.0L 4cyl FWD 8A
    • Horsepower: 162 hp @ 6500 rpm hp
    • Torque: 144 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 10.5 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 26 mpg

Compare to similar cars

Price

$24,100- $31,595

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.81

Horsepower

162 hp @ 6500 rpm

Torque

144 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

Capacity

7

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2019 Ford Transit Connect vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Source
    10.2 sec

    2019 Ford Transit Connect vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      Source
      24 mpg27 mpg25 mpg15.8 gal.379.2/426.6 mi.

      2019 Ford Transit Connect vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        Source
        174.2 in.72.2 in.72 in.6 in.104.8 in.

        2019 Ford Transit Connect vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          Source
          104.8 cu.ft.130.9 cu.ft.123.2 cu.ft.

          2019 Ford Transit Connect vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            Source
            83.1 cu.ft.104.8 cu.ft.123.2 cu.ft.67 ft.

            2019 Ford Transit Connect vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              Source
              2000 lbs.1510 lbs.3581 lbs.

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