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2014 Ford Transit Connect: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2014 Ford Transit Connect is a full redesign and the start of its second generation in the U.S. The biggest change is its expansion from a mainly work-focused van into a broader cargo-and-passenger lineup, including long-wheelbase wagons with third-row seating.
About the 2014 Ford Transit Connect
2nd generation, first year of the 2014 redesign in the U.S.; first year the passenger Wagon is offered as a full trim lineup alongside the cargo van.
Ford positions the Transit Connect as a small van that can do serious work without the size of a full-size van, and in wagon form it doubles as a family or shuttle vehicle with sliding-door practicality. Its core appeal is simple: easy city maneuvering, upright seating, flexible cargo space, and better day-to-day efficiency than larger vans or minivans. It stands out because it mixes commercial-vehicle usefulness with a more car-like cabin and driving feel.
The XL serves as either a basic work van or a durable passenger wagon, while the XLT adds comforts such as cruise control, cloth seats, and heated mirrors. The new wagon-only Titanium is the most passenger-focused version, with leather-trimmed seats, heated front seats, dual-zone climate control, a rearview camera, and voice-controlled infotainment.
What changed, by category
Structural
A new second-generation design replaces the previous Transit Connect. The lineup expands to short- and long-wheelbase cargo vans plus five- and seven-passenger wagons, with a third row in long-wheelbase wagons.
Powertrain
A 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine and six-speed automatic become the standard setup. A turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder is used on select short-wheelbase versions.
Styling
The redesigned Transit Connect receives a new body and cabin.
Tech
The new Titanium wagon adds voice-controlled infotainment, a rearview camera, six-speaker audio, dual-zone automatic climate control, automatic headlights, and rain-sensing wipers.
2014 Ford Transit Connect specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter / 4-Cyl EcoBoost 1.6L | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter / 4-Cyl EcoBoost Turbo 1.6L / 4-Cyl EcoBoost 1.6L | 4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 6-Spd w/SelectShift / Auto, 6-Spd SelShft | Automatic, 6-Spd w/SelectShift / Auto, 6-Spd SelShft | Auto, 6-Spd SelShft |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 20–22 mpg | 20–22 mpg | 20 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 28–30 mpg | 28–30 mpg | 28 mpg |
| Max Towing | 2000 lb | 2000 lb | 2000 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 104.2–105.9 cu-ft | 104.2–105.9 cu-ft | 104.2 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 34.9 in | 34.9 in | 34.9 in |
| Seats | 2–7 | 2–7 | 7 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Alarm System | |||
| Automatic Headlights | |||
| Cruise Control | |||
| Front & Rear Parking Sensors | |||
| Parental Control System | |||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | |||
| Rear View Camera | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Fog Lights | |||
| Heated Mirrors | |||
| Panorama Moon Roof | |||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | |||
| Power Mirrors | |||
| Privacy Glass | |||
| Roof Rails | |||
| Navigation System | |||
| SD Card Slot | |||
| Smartphone Interface | |||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | |||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||
| Folding Rear Seat | |||
| Rear Air Conditioning | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Leather Seats | |||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | |||
| Power Driver Seat | |||
| Rear Window Shades | |||
| Remote Start | |||
| Third Row Seat | |||
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2014 Ford Transit Connect a redesigned model?
Yes. The 2014 Transit Connect begins the second generation in the U.S., with a new body and cabin, new powertrains, two wheelbase lengths, and a much broader passenger-wagon range.
Does the 2014 Ford Transit Connect have seven seats?
Yes, in long-wheelbase passenger-wagon form. Those versions have a third row and seat up to seven people, while short-wheelbase wagons seat five.
What engines does the 2014 Ford Transit Connect use?
The standard engine is a 2.5-liter four-cylinder paired with a six-speed automatic. A turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder is found on select short-wheelbase versions.
Which 2014 Ford Transit Connect trim is the most passenger-focused?
The Titanium is the most passenger-focused 2014 trim. It is a long-wheelbase wagon with leather-trimmed seats, heated front seats, dual-zone climate control, voice-controlled infotainment, and a rearview camera.
How is the 2014 Ford Transit Connect different from the 2013 model?
The 2014 model is fully redesigned and adds a broader mix of cargo vans and passenger wagons, two wheelbase lengths, seating for up to seven, and new engines. Titanium joins the lineup, while the former XLT Premium name is dropped.
2014 Ford Transit Connect Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2014 Ford Transit Connect.
4.0
2014 Ford Transit Connect
(45 reviews)
“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.”
“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.”