more about this model The 2017 Ford Transit Connect successfully appeals to two types of shoppers. There's a two-seat cargo van that appeals to small businesses, and another configuration, the multi-passenger Wagon model, that caters to the consumer market.
There are some interesting, useful options offered, depending on how much buyers are willing to spend. The Wagon can be outfitted with overhead bins like those found in an airplane or a panoramic glass roof. The cargo van comes standard with LED lights in the cargo area to aid in loading and unloading. Rear access can be had either via a liftgate or swing-out cargo doors that open 180 degrees.
The highest Wagon trim level offers leather seats, dual-zone climate control with separate rear climate controls, and a touchscreen infotainment system with navigation. Buyers looking for bare-bones practicality get durable and easy-to-clean vinyl upholstery and floor coverings. The Transit Connect even offers the Ford Telematic system for fleet operators.
The only engine on offer for the Transit Connect is a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, which makes 169 horsepower and returns a maximum of 23 mpg combined (20 city/27 highway), paired with a six-speed automatic transmission. Though not the most powerful van, the Ford can carry up to 1,620 pounds of cargo or seven passengers with ease, and it gets praise for feeling lively and capable around town. Thanks to fold-flat seats, even buyers who elect to add extra passenger capacity can take advantage of up to 128.6 cubic feet of storage in the long-wheelbase model. Towing capacity for the Transit Connect is up to 2,000 pounds.
The version of the Transit Connect that targets families isn't as luxurious as some regular minivans. After all, to keep the cost down enough to appeal to businesses, Ford builds the basic platform to a budget. But it offers impressive headroom and more cargo capacity than more than a few SUVs.
Ford has done a nice job of making one product serve two very different markets. If you need a vehicle that can move a lot of cargo, a lot of people or a combination of both, the Transit Connect should be on your short list. Edmunds can help you sort through the trims and options to find the right 2017 Ford Transit Connect, at the right price, for you.
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Cargo Van XL w/Rear 180 Degree Doors SWB 4dr Minivan (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
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I have had this vehicle forced upon me by my company. DO NOT get the vinyl seats!!! If you're 5'11" or taller you will be uncomfortable regardless of which seats you choose. My company ordered the XL model, which is a step above the Flintstone's car. It has absolutely nothing up front. If you're planning on getting shelving installed, choose very carefully and keep in mind that your workers cannot be kept to cookie cutter rules. Storage space is definitely not one size fits all. My work is not the same as Joe's work so why do we have identical vehicles? I can't fit my tools in this thing because they put so many shelves in it. My tools are too big for the shelves. If you like to drive with your arm on the door you could forget it. They put this weird trim on it to give it a curved look that forces your arm forward and punishes you for trying by digging into your elbow. The armrest is too low on the door and the armrest on the seat has a mind of its own, comes out of adjustment constantly and the only way to correct it is to turn it straight up and hope you get it right on the way back down. I've had many work vans over the last 25 years. Full size Dodge, Ford, Chevy, Mercedes, minivans and pickups, this thing is by far the least usable and most uncomfortable piece of crap I've ever had the displeasure of sitting in.
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Available Ford Transit Connect 2017 Submodel Types: Minivan
Available Trims: Cargo Van XL w/Rear 180 Degree Doors LWB, Cargo Van XLT w/Rear 180 Degree Doors LWB, Cargo Van XL w/Rear 180 Degree Doors SWB, Cargo Van XLT, Wagon XLT w/Rear Liftgate LWB, Cargo Van XL, Wagon Titanium LWB, Wagon XLT w/Rear 180 Degree Doors LWB, Cargo Van XL w/Rear Liftgate LWB, Cargo Van XLT w/Rear 180 Degree Doors SWB, Wagon XL w/Rear 180 Degree Doors LWB, Cargo Van XLT w/Rear Liftgate LWB, Wagon XLT w/Rear 180 Degree Doors SWB, Wagon XLT w/Rear Liftgate SWB, Wagon XL w/Rear Liftgate LWB, Wagon XLT, Wagon XLT Premium, Cargo Van XL w/Rear Liftgate SWB
Exterior Colors: Frozen White, Frozen White Clearcoat, Silver Metallic, Shadow Black, Magnetic Metallic, Dark Blue, Race Red, Panther Black Metallic, Tectonic Silver Metallic, Deep Impact Blue Metallic, Dark Blue Clearcoat, Guard Metallic, Silver Clearcoat Metallic, Torch Red, Burnished Glow, Panther Black Clearcoat Metallic, Solar Metallic, Winter Blue Metallic
Interior Colors: Pewter vinyl, Charcoal Black cloth, Dark Grey cloth, Medium Stone cloth, Medium Stone leather, Dark Grey vinyl
Popular Features: Aux Audio Inputs, Tire Pressure Warning, Stability Control, Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel, Parking sensors, Trip Computer, Back-up camera, Bluetooth, Fold Flat Rear Seats, Rear Bench Seats, USB Inputs, Upgraded Engine, Power Driver Seat, Third-row seating, Multi-Zone Climate Control, Auto Climate Control, Alarm, Electronic Folding Mirrors, Leather Seats, Towing Hitch, Navigation, Heated seats, 2nd Row Bucket Seats, Sunroof/Moonroof, Blind Spot Monitoring, Remote Start
Engine/Mechanics: 4 cylinders
Transmission: AUTOMATIC
Fuel Types: regular unleaded, flex-fuel (unleaded/E85), premium unleaded (recommended)
Drivetrains: front wheel drive
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