“I believe that cruise control should be standard on all vehicles. This van did not have it. That has been my biggest disappointment.”
2016 Ford Transit 250: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The main change for the 2016 Ford Transit 250 is a rearview camera with trailer hitch assist becoming standard. This is a modest equipment update rather than a redesign.
About the 2016 Ford Transit 250
First North American Transit generation, second model year (2015-2019 before the 2020 redesign).
The Transit 250 is Ford’s work-focused middle ground in the full-size van lineup: more capability than the lighter-duty 150, but easier to size and live with than the heavier 350 and 350 HD models. Ford sells it on flexibility, cargo access, and a wide range of roof and length choices, while reviewers highlight its easier driving manners compared with old-school vans. For most buyers, it is a cargo van built to match a specific job, from delivery to trades to service-body upfits.
The 2016 Transit 250 is a work-focused cargo van offered in low-, medium-, high-, and extended high-roof layouts. Shorter bodies favor maneuverability, while long and extended versions provide more cargo room; the largest configuration has 487 cubic feet of space, and dual sliding-door versions provide access from either side. These vans have a two-seat cabin, rear-wheel drive, and a six-speed automatic transmission.
What changed, by category
Safety
A rearview camera with trailer hitch assist becomes standard across the Transit lineup.
Tech
Ford’s newer SYNC 3 touchscreen system becomes optional. The center-console USB port moves to a more accessible location, and front dome lamps with map lights and gradual dimming become standard.
2016 Ford Transit 250 specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 5-Cyl, Diesel, 3.2 Liter / V6, EcoBoost, TT 3.5L / V6, Flex Fuel, 3.7 Liter | 5-Cyl, Diesel, 3.2 Liter / V6, EcoBoost, TT 3.5L / V6, Flex Fuel, 3.7 Liter | 5-Cyl, Diesel, 3.2 Liter / V6, EcoBoost, TT 3.5L / V6, Flex Fuel, 3.7 Liter | 5-Cyl, Diesel, 3.2 Liter / V6, EcoBoost, TT 3.5L / V6, Flex Fuel, 3.7 Liter | 5-Cyl, Diesel, 3.2 Liter / V6, EcoBoost, TT 3.5L / V6, Flex Fuel, 3.7 Liter | 5-Cyl, Diesel, 3.2 Liter / V6, EcoBoost, TT 3.5L / V6, Flex Fuel, 3.7 Liter | 5-Cyl, Diesel, 3.2 Liter / V6, EcoBoost, TT 3.5L / V6, Flex Fuel, 3.7 Liter | 5-Cyl, Diesel, 3.2 Liter / V6, EcoBoost, TT 3.5L / V6, Flex Fuel, 3.7 Liter | 5-Cyl, Diesel, 3.2 Liter / V6, EcoBoost, TT 3.5L / V6, Flex Fuel, 3.7 Liter | 5-Cyl, Diesel, 3.2 Liter / V6, EcoBoost, TT 3.5L / V6, Flex Fuel, 3.7 Liter | 5-Cyl, Diesel, 3.2 Liter / V6, EcoBoost, TT 3.5L / V6, Flex Fuel, 3.7 Liter | 5-Cyl, Diesel, 3.2 Liter / V6, EcoBoost, TT 3.5L / V6, Flex Fuel, 3.7 Liter |
| Transmission | Auto, 6-Spd OD SelShft | Auto, 6-Spd OD SelShft | Auto, 6-Spd OD SelShft | Auto, 6-Spd OD SelShft | Auto, 6-Spd OD SelShft | Auto, 6-Spd OD SelShft | Auto, 6-Spd OD SelShft | Auto, 6-Spd OD SelShft | Auto, 6-Spd OD SelShft | Auto, 6-Spd OD SelShft | Auto, 6-Spd OD SelShft | Auto, 6-Spd OD SelShft |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Diesel / Gas / Flexible Fuel | Diesel / Gas / Flexible Fuel | Diesel / Gas / Flexible Fuel | Diesel / Gas / Flexible Fuel | Diesel / Gas / Flexible Fuel | Diesel / Gas / Flexible Fuel | Diesel / Gas / Flexible Fuel | Diesel / Gas / Flexible Fuel | Diesel / Gas / Flexible Fuel | Diesel / Gas / Flexible Fuel | Diesel / Gas / Flexible Fuel | Diesel / Gas / Flexible Fuel |
| Horsepower | 185–310 hp | 185–310 hp | 185–310 hp | 185–310 hp | 185–310 hp | 185–310 hp | 185–310 hp | 185–310 hp | 185–310 hp | 185–310 hp | 185–310 hp | 185–310 hp |
| Torque | 260–400 lb-ft | 260–400 lb-ft | 260–400 lb-ft | 260–400 lb-ft | 260–400 lb-ft | 260–400 lb-ft | 260–400 lb-ft | 260–400 lb-ft | 260–400 lb-ft | 260–400 lb-ft | 260–400 lb-ft | 260–400 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 7600 lb | 7600 lb | 7600 lb | 7600 lb | 7600 lb | 7600 lb | 7600 lb | 7600 lb | 7600 lb | 7600 lb | 7600 lb | 7600 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 277.7 cu-ft | 246.7 cu-ft | 277.7 cu-ft | 246.7 cu-ft | 404.3 cu-ft | 357.1 cu-ft | 315.2 cu-ft | 315.2 cu-ft | 404.3 cu-ft | 357.1 cu-ft | 487.3 cu-ft | 487.3 cu-ft |
| Seats | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Doors | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
| Alarm System | ||||||||||||
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| Rear View Camera | ||||||||||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||||||||||
| Side Steps | ||||||||||||
| Navigation System | ||||||||||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||||||||||
| Leather Seats | ||||||||||||
| Remote Start | ||||||||||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2016 Ford Transit 250?
The biggest change is a standard rearview camera with trailer hitch assist. The 2016 model otherwise receives a light equipment update rather than a full redesign.
Does every 2016 Ford Transit 250 have a rearview camera?
Yes. A rearview camera with trailer hitch assist is standard across the 2016 Transit van lineup, including the Transit 250.
Was the 2016 Ford Transit 250 redesigned?
No. The 2016 Transit 250 remains part of the generation introduced for North America for 2015 and receives only equipment updates.
What technology changed on the 2016 Ford Transit 250?
Ford’s newer SYNC 3 touchscreen system becomes optional for 2016. Ford also relocates the center-console USB port for easier access and makes front dome lamps with map lights standard.
What does the 2016 Ford Transit 250 add over the 2015 model?
The clearest upgrade is the standard rearview camera with trailer hitch assist. The 2016 model also offers the newer SYNC 3 touchscreen system and adds small cabin improvements, including a relocated USB port and standard front map lights.
2016 Ford Transit 250 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2016 Ford Transit 250.
3.9
2016 Ford Transit 250
(52 reviews)
“The large windshield is great for visibility, but difficult to keep clear in snow and ice conditions.”
“A great van. It is actually fun to drive and has the pickup needed to get out of a bad traffic engagement situation”