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2018 Ford Transit 150: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2018 Ford Transit 150 received a light usability update rather than a redesign, led by a lockable glove box becoming standard across the lineup. Cargo vans gained a few practical work-focused features, while flexible-fuel capability was dropped from the passenger vans.
About the 2018 Ford Transit 150
North American fourth-generation Transit (2015-2019), mid-run update year before the 2020 redesign.
Ford positions the Transit 150 as a flexible full-size van that can be set up either as a cargo hauler or a people mover without feeling like an old-school truck van. Its core appeal is the huge spread of roof heights, door layouts, seating plans, and engine choices, plus road manners that are easier and more car-like than older domestic work vans. Most shoppers pick it for usable space, configuration variety, and straightforward work-or-shuttle duty.
The 2018 Transit 150 spans straightforward cargo vans and XL or XLT passenger wagons, with low- and medium-roof bodies and several side-door layouts. Cargo versions emphasize load access and LED cargo lighting, while XL passenger vans seat eight or 10 and have front and rear air conditioning. XLT models add comfort features such as cloth front seats, cruise control, automatic headlights, and rain-sensing wipers.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
Flexible-fuel capability was dropped from the XL and XLT passenger-wagon configurations. The core engine lineup and rear-wheel-drive layout otherwise carried over.
Tech
A lockable glove box became standard across the lineup. Cargo vans also gained standard power door locks, a rear cargo-door exit handle, and a switch for the cargo-area LED lights.
2018 Ford Transit 150 specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, EcoBoost, Twin Turbo, 3.5 Liter / V6, 3.7 Liter | V6, EcoBoost, 3.5T / V6, Flex Fuel, 3.7 Liter / 5-Cyl, Diesel, 3.2 Liter | V6, EcoBoost, 3.5T / V6, Flex Fuel, 3.7 Liter / 5-Cyl, Diesel, 3.2 Liter | V6, EcoBoost, Twin Turbo, 3.5 Liter / V6, 3.7 Liter | V6, EcoBoost, Twin Turbo, 3.5 Liter / V6, 3.7 Liter | V6, EcoBoost, 3.5T / V6, Flex Fuel, 3.7 Liter / 5-Cyl, Diesel, 3.2 Liter | V6, EcoBoost, 3.5T / V6, Flex Fuel, 3.7 Liter / 5-Cyl, Diesel, 3.2 Liter | V6, EcoBoost, Twin Turbo, 3.5 Liter / V6, 3.7 Liter | V6, EcoBoost, Twin Turbo, 3.5 Liter / V6, 3.7 Liter | V6, EcoBoost, 3.5T / V6, Flex Fuel, 3.7 Liter / 5-Cyl, Diesel, 3.2 Liter | V6, EcoBoost, 3.5T / V6, Flex Fuel, 3.7 Liter / 5-Cyl, Diesel, 3.2 Liter | V6, EcoBoost, Twin Turbo, 3.5 Liter / V6, 3.7 Liter | V6, EcoBoost, 3.5T / V6, Flex Fuel, 3.7 Liter / 5-Cyl, Diesel, 3.2 Liter | V6, EcoBoost, 3.5T / V6, Flex Fuel, 3.7 Liter / 5-Cyl, Diesel, 3.2 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive & SelectShift | Auto, 6-Spd w/OD SelShft | Auto, 6-Spd w/OD SelShft | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive & SelectShift | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive & SelectShift | Auto, 6-Spd w/OD SelShft | Auto, 6-Spd w/OD SelShft | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive & SelectShift | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive & SelectShift | Auto, 6-Spd w/OD SelShft | Auto, 6-Spd w/OD SelShft | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive & SelectShift | Auto, 6-Spd w/OD SelShft | Auto, 6-Spd w/OD SelShft |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas / Flexible Fuel / Diesel | Gas / Flexible Fuel / Diesel | Gas | Gas | Gas / Flexible Fuel / Diesel | Gas / Flexible Fuel / Diesel | Gas | Gas | Gas / Flexible Fuel / Diesel | Gas / Flexible Fuel / Diesel | Gas | Gas / Flexible Fuel / Diesel | Gas / Flexible Fuel / Diesel |
| MPG City | 14–15 mpg | 14–15 mpg | 14–15 mpg | 14–15 mpg | 14–15 mpg | 14–15 mpg | ||||||||
| MPG Highway | 18 mpg | 18 mpg | 18 mpg | 18 mpg | 18 mpg | 18 mpg | ||||||||
| Horsepower | 310 hp | 185–310 hp | 185–310 hp | 310 hp | 310 hp | 185–310 hp | 185–310 hp | 310 hp | 310 hp | 185–310 hp | 185–310 hp | 310 hp | 185–310 hp | 185–310 hp |
| Torque | 400 lb-ft | 260–400 lb-ft | 260–400 lb-ft | 400 lb-ft | 400 lb-ft | 260–400 lb-ft | 260–400 lb-ft | 400 lb-ft | 400 lb-ft | 260–400 lb-ft | 260–400 lb-ft | 400 lb-ft | 260–400 lb-ft | 260–400 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 4700 lb | 5200 lb | 5400 lb | 4700 lb | 4700 lb | 5200 lb | 5400 lb | 4700 lb | 4700 lb | 5200 lb | 5400 lb | 4700 lb | 5200 lb | 5400 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 224.5 cu-ft | 277.7 cu-ft | 246.7 cu-ft | 224.5 cu-ft | 224.5 cu-ft | 277.7 cu-ft | 246.7 cu-ft | 224.5 cu-ft | 292.7 cu-ft | 357.1 cu-ft | 315.2 cu-ft | 292.7 cu-ft | 357.1 cu-ft | 315.2 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 35.6 in | 35.6 in | 35.6 in | 35.6 in | 35.6 in | 35.6 in | ||||||||
| Seats | 10 | 2 | 2 | 10 | 10 | 2 | 2 | 10 | 10 | 2 | 2 | 10 | 2 | 2 |
| Doors | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 |
| Alarm System | ||||||||||||||
| Automatic Headlights | ||||||||||||||
| Cruise Control | ||||||||||||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||||||||||||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | ||||||||||||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||||||||||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||||||||||||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | ||||||||||||||
| Power Side Steps | ||||||||||||||
| Privacy Glass | ||||||||||||||
| Side Steps | ||||||||||||||
| Navigation System | ||||||||||||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||||||||||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | ||||||||||||||
| Folding Rear Seat | ||||||||||||||
| Rear Air Conditioning | ||||||||||||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||||||||||||
| Leather Seats | ||||||||||||||
| Power Driver Seat | ||||||||||||||
| Remote Start | ||||||||||||||
| Third Row Seat | ||||||||||||||
Frequently asked questions
Was the 2018 Ford Transit 150 redesigned?
No. The 2018 Transit 150 stayed within the same generation and received only a light equipment update, led by a standard lockable glove box.
What changed on the 2018 Ford Transit 150 compared with the 2017 model?
The main changes were a standard lockable glove box, added cargo-van convenience features, and the end of flexible-fuel capability on XL and XLT passenger wagons. Cargo vans gained standard power door locks, a rear cargo-door exit handle, and a cargo-light switch.
Did the 2018 Ford Transit 150 get different engines?
No new engine was introduced for 2018, and the rear-wheel-drive layout carried over. However, flexible-fuel capability was dropped from the XL and XLT passenger-wagon configurations.
Which 2018 Transit 150 models received the cargo-area updates?
The 2018 Transit 150 cargo vans received standard power door locks, a rear cargo-door exit handle, and a switch for the cargo-area LED lights. Passenger versions received the standard lockable glove box but not those cargo-specific additions.
How do the 2018 Transit 150 XL and XLT passenger wagons differ?
The 2018 XL is the simpler people-moving version, with eight- or 10-passenger seating and front and rear air conditioning. The XLT adds comfort and convenience equipment including cloth front seats, cruise control, automatic headlights, and rain-sensing wipers.
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