2021 Ford Transit Crew Van Review

Name: 2021 Ford Transit Crew Van Review
Brand: Ford
Price: 33366 USD

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2021 Ford Transit Crew Van Review

byDan Frio^{Reviews Editor
Dan spent many years covering the go-fast, look-good, get-loud corners of the automotive universe. First, he served as editor of enthusiast magazines AutoSound and Honda Tuning, then as executive editor at SEMA News, the publishing arm of the trade group that produces the annual SEMA Show (yes, that show). As a contributor to Edmunds, he now likes to keep the volume low and the speed limit legal, providing expert car-shopping advice to drivers looking for the perfect match.}

Pros

Highly customizable and configurable
Pleasant road manners for a van
Gasoline and diesel engine options
Optional Sync 3 infotainment system is very user-friendly

Cons

Standard engine may be sluggish with a full load

What's new

Electric parking brake standard on single rear-wheel models
Standard rear compartment LED lighting
Parcel Delivery and Adventure Prep packages added to options
Part of the first Transit generation introduced for 2015

Overview

The 2021 Ford Transit Crew is a relatively new entry among full-size vans, one that aims to split the difference between the dedicated cargo and passenger versions already within the Transit lineup. The five-passenger Transit Crew offers two seats up front and a second-row three-person bench seat. It's a clever solution for buyers who want ample cargo space but still need the ability to seat a few passengers. The Transit Crew is well suited to business use or as the foundation for a camper or adventure van conversion.

The Transit Crew offers a no-frills set of standard features — vinyl seats and floors, air conditioning and Bluetooth phone connectivity among them — but it's really the options that make the Crew your own. If your priorities lean more toward passenger comfort and convenience, you'll find upgraded infotainment, an 8-inch touchscreen, navigation and cloth upholstery. There are also multiple custom upfitter packages available for business use.

The Transit Crew doesn't skimp on standard safety, and it includes side curtain airbags, automatic emergency braking and lane departure warning. Other driver assist tech, such as blind-spot monitoring, parking sensors and adaptive cruise control, are available options.

Changes for 2021 are minor but, of note, the turbodiesel engine has been dropped, leaving a choice between two V6 engines. Either is robust enough to move the Transit Crew with authority, although in our test of the similar Transit Passenger Van, we were disappointed in the EcoBoost turbo V6's fuel efficiency.

You can get a diesel on some of the Transit's competitors, including the Chevrolet Express and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. But for an all-around competent commercial or recreational van with plenty of utility at a reasonable price, the Transit Crew is a strong pick.

Which Transit Crew Van does Edmunds recommend?

Since the Transit Crew doesn't come in traditional tiered trim levels, we don't have one to recommend. Here you basically buy a blank canvas and add options to taste. Your primary decisions start with engine, roof height and body length. If the ability to stand upright in the cabin is important, consider the medium-roof (8.4 feet) or high-roof (9.2 feet) option. And if you plan to tow or regularly haul heavy cargo, you might want to upgrade to the EcoBoost turbo V6 engine.

2021 Ford Transit Crew Van models

The Transit Crew Van is itself a trim within the Transit lineup, which also includes the Cargo and Passenger vans (reviewed separately). As such, there are no Crew Van trim levels, only a variety of configurations and options to suit individual needs.

The Transit Crew Van offers two rows of seats for five passengers. The rest of the room is given over to cargo space, splitting the difference between the two-passenger Cargo Van and the Passenger Van, which seats up to 15 people. The Transit Crew is available in three roof heights (low, medium and high) and in regular, long and extended lengths. It also offers three payload capacities (150, 250 and 350).

The Transit Crew comes standard with a 3.5-liter V6 engine (275 horsepower, 262 lb-ft of torque) or an optional turbocharged 3.5-liter V6 (310 hp, 400 lb-ft). Both engines pair with a 10-speed automatic transmission. Rear-wheel drive is standard, and all-wheel drive is optional.

Standard features are basic, but highlights include:

16-inch steel wheels
180-degree-opening rear doors
Running boards
Keyless entry
Power windows and door locks
Automatic rain-sensing wipers
Vinyl flooring
Vinyl seat coverings
Air conditioning
Four-speaker audio system
Bluetooth
Two USB inputs

Safety and driver assistance features include:

Forward collision warning (alerts you of a possible collision with the car in front)
Automatic emergency braking (warns if a front impact is imminent and applies the brakes if you don't respond in time)
Lane departure warning (alerts you if the vehicle begins to drift out of its lane)
Crosswind stabilization
Hill start assist
Automatic high beams
Rearview camera with trailer hitch assist

The Transit Crew is all about finding the options that best suit you. Highlights include:

16-inch alloy wheels
Engine stop-start system
Extended-range fuel tank
253-degree-opening rear doors
Xenon headlights
Foglights
Heated side mirrors
Adaptive cruise control
Cloth upholstery
8-inch touchscreen
Sync 3 infotainment with voice command
Satellite radio
Six-speaker audio system
Blind-spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert (warns you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while reversing)
Parking sensors
Front and rearview camera

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2021 Transit Crew Van Highlights

Trim:

150 Low Roof

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$37,380
Engine Type	Flex-fuel (ffv)
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	158.4 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles

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Safety

Our experts like the Transit Crew Van models:

Rearview Camera: Provides a wide-angle view behind the vehicle while you're backing up.
Side Wind Stabilization: Helps keep the Transit tracking straight if it's hit by wind gusts.
Lane Departure Warning: Sounds an alert if the vehicle drifts out of its lane without the turn signal on.

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
Overall3 / 5
Driver4 / 5
Passenger2 / 5
Side Crash Rating
Overall5 / 5
Side Barrier Rating
Overall5 / 5
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front Seat5 / 5
Back Seat5 / 5
Rollover
Rollover3 / 5
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of Rollover26.7%

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