Ford Transit Connect
The Transit Connect is a small city van with outsized utility. Whether outfitted as a cargo van or as a people hauler, the compact Ford is a surprisingly roomy and stylish box on wheels, with a tidy footprint that enables it to navigate tight streets with ease. It’s also one of the most affordable vehicles of its type. On the downside, the Transit Connect is not nearly as refined as a comparable minivan. In particular, the available third row draws low ratings from owners for its lack of comfort, as does the engine’s merely adequate levels of power.
The Transit Connect is a small city van with outsized utility. Whether outfitted as a cargo van or as a people hauler, the compact Ford is a surprisingly roomy and stylish box on wheels, with a tidy footprint that enables it to navigate tight streets with ease. It’s also one of the most affordable vehicles of its type. On the downside, the Transit Connect is not nearly as refined as a comparable minivan. In particular, the available third row draws low ratings from owners for its lack of comfort, as does the engine’s merely adequate levels of power.
Ford Transit Connect Model Lineup
The Transit Connect is a compact van that can be configured not only in short- or long-wheelbase form but also as either a two-seat cargo van or a passenger van with two or three rows of seating. It’s the smallest van in Ford’s lineup, measuring about four feet shorter than the full-size Transit. The Transit Connect shares a platform and some components with the Focus, Ford’s compact passenger car. Properly equipped, it can tow up to 2,000 pounds.
Ford sells the Transit Connect in three trims: the bare-bones XL, the mid-level XLT, and the range-topping Titanium. Equipment is relatively sparse in the base XL, which is tailored primarily for work duty with vinyl seats and flooring. The XLT adds a few more creature comforts, such as cruise control, power mirrors, and cloth seats. The top-of-the-line Titanium, which first appeared in 2014, offers some premium goodies, including leather upholstery, heated seats, and navigation. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration first appeared as an option for the 2017 model year, while adaptive cruise control was first offered in 2019.
The Transit Connect employs a four-cylinder gasoline engine powering the front wheels via an automatic transmission. First-generation models (2010-2013) utilize a rather anemic 2.0-liter making 136 horsepower. With the introduction of the second generation in 2014, Ford upgraded standard power to a 169-hp 2.5-liter unit while also introducing an optional turbocharged 1.6-liter mill, which boosts output to 178 ponies. The latter was discontinued in 2017. Since its 2019 model refresh, the Transit Connect has featured a 2.0-liter four-cylinder with 162 hp. No hybrid or electric versions have been offered.
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Ford Transit Connect Owner Reviews
Average Rating for 2014
3.8
44 verified owner reviews
Top 2014 Reviews
Lionel O. from WI
Verified Owner · Aug, 2015
2014 Ford Transit Connect Wagon
Very high wind noise at 65-70 MPH. High tire noise/transmission on interstate highway. Needs extra sound damping. This van was a 2014 XL Station wagon Model...no control or backup camera / sensors. All new vehicles should have these features as safety requirements. It puzzles me why Ford did not make a backup cameras standard on the 2014 Transit connect
Rocky D. from PA
Verified Owner · Jul, 2015
2014 Ford Transit Connect Wagon
Would like more comfortable front seats and headlights that shine a longer distance
Richard B. from WI
Verified Owner · Jun, 2015
2014 Ford Transit Connect Wagon
I am really satisfied with overall quality and value of my Transit Connect Wagon
James T. from ID
Verified Owner · May, 2015
2014 Ford Transit Connect Wagon
All wheel or 4 wheel drive would have been most needed feature not included. Not so much for off-road as getting around town in the winter.
M S. from TX
Verified Owner · May, 2015
2014 Ford Transit Connect Wagon
Dash board not easy to read, noise is not comfortable. Seats stiff. My other family members not impressed with vehicle. I don't know if resale value will be kept.
Joseph K. from MI
Verified Owner · Apr, 2015
2014 Ford Transit Connect Wagon
Replaced the driver's seat with a seat that comes out with ease of getting to the car as I am a paraplegic.
Kenneth C. from DE
Verified Owner · Apr, 2015
2014 Ford Transit Connect Wagon
Mudflaps should be standard on all vehicles, particularly on one this expensive. The design of the convex (wide-angle) side rear-view mirrors is nearly a complete failure. I would have preferred a single flat surface to which I could attach the convex mirror of my choice.
James H. from MI
Verified Owner · Apr, 2015
2014 Ford Transit Connect Wagon
Super nice vehicle, it's a joy to drive
George R. from NH
Verified Owner · Mar, 2015
2014 Ford Transit Connect Wagon
Purchased vehicle to provide necessary comfort for our move, and to use only one vehicle when entertaining visitors.
Rebecca D. from CA
Verified Owner · Mar, 2015
2014 Ford Transit Connect Wagon
I'm currently very happy with the overall comfort and utilitarian functionality of this vehicle. Fit and finish is nice as well as overall ride. The only problem I have is it did not come with rails for a roof rack so we looked into purchasing and were shocked at the $500.00 per rail cost... way too pricey in my honest opinion. Shame on you Ford. We are not a business that can write this off as a business expense so alas we have a rackless Transit.
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