2023 Ford Transit Connect
Ford revolutionized the global landscape in the early 1900s with the Model T, an automobile credited with putting the world on wheels. It also set the stage for an award-winning lineup of cars, trucks, and SUVs that run the entire spectrum of best-selling workhorses like the F-150, iconic speed demons like the Mustang, and capable adventurers like the Bronco. But the illustrious and highly revered Ford lineup doesn’t stop there. The legendary automaker also answers the need for versatile commercial vehicles with models like the 2023 Ford Transit Connect.
Built on a commercial vehicle platform, the Transit Connect made its European debut in 2002 and finally made its way to Ford’s North American lineup in 2010. Since then, Ford has expanded the model’s versatility to answer the growing needs of American business owners reliant on commercial fleets. This versatility is readily apparent in the 2023 Transit Connect, which is available as a passenger or cargo van with many optional upfits that let you tailor it to your specific needs.
The 2023 Ford Transit Connect’s customization options make it an excellent investment, which the automaker sweetens with the model’s budget-friendly starting price of $34,100.[a] Businesses across America can expand their service areas, reach more customers, and increase their effectiveness, efficiency, and retention with the Transit Connect. But what else does this model offer? How does Ford answer every commercial need with the 2023 Transit Connect? It’s time to find out and put your business one step closer to the next level of success.
Starting MSRP: $34,100[a]
Horsepower (hp): 162
Max. Cargo Volume (cu.ft.): 145.8
Max. Payload (lbs): 1,550
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Trims and Pricing
The 2023 Ford Transit Connect is a dream come true for businesses for many reasons. First and foremost, Ford makes the Transit Connect an accessible and value-packed investment by keeping its starting price low. The 2023 Transit Connect Cargo Van starts at $34,100, offering seating for two and an extensive catalog of upfits and customization options.[a] The 2023 Transit Connect Passenger Wagon is also budget-friendly, starting at $35,600 and providing seating for seven.[a]
Infotainment
One of the second reasons the Transit Connect is appealing is because Ford ensures the commercial vehicle offers tangible value across a diverse lineup. What does this look like? The Transit Connect is available in two trims as a cargo van and three trims as a passenger wagon. The XL Cargo Van and XL Passenger Wagon set the baseline, with the models equipped with Ford’s SYNC 3 infotainment system on a 6.5-inch display with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration.
Safety
You can also gather valuable insights about your fleet with FordPro Telematics and have greater peace of mind that your drivers are safe with standard tools like Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking. The Passenger Wagon adds another safety feature, with Safety Canopy Side Curtain Airbags throughout the cabin to protect your passengers.
Climbing the Transit Connect lineup means enjoying more features with options like the XLT Cargo Van or XLT Passenger Wagon. These models build on the XL but add the Ford Co-Pilot360 Technology suite of safety and driver-assist tools. This package extends beyond Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking and adds BLIS with Cross-Traffic Alert, a Lane-Keeping System, Rear View Camera, and Auto High-Beam Headlamps. The Passenger Wagon also gains another convenience with wireless smartphone charging.
The Titanium Passenger Wagon Offers Many Luxurious Enhancements
The most luxurious trim is the Titanium Passenger Wagon, which ensures your passengers are always comfortable. The Titanium Passenger Wagon heightens your comfort behind the wheel with a power driver’s seat trimmed in leather and heated. Your co-pilot enjoys the same leather trim on a manually adjustable, heated seat with lumbar support. Other features include conveniences like Intelligent Access with Push-Button Start and a premium nine-speaker sound system that provides an immersive listening experience throughout the cabin.
Performance and Capabilities
Whether you’re adding to your fleet or getting started with your first vehicle, there’s a lot to consider when you shop for a commercial vehicle like the 2023 Ford Transit Connect. A commercial vehicle is an investment that should reliably perform and consistently meet the needs of your business. The Ford Transit Connect is designed to do just that, from its exceptional build to its well-balanced powertrain and capabilities.
The Standard 2.0L Engine
The 2023 Transit Connect draws its power from Ford’s proven 2.0L inline-four engine, which is mated to an eight-speed SelectShift automatic transmission and features EcoMode, an EcoCoach, and Auto Start-Stop Technology. Between the smooth-shifting transmission and these features, the Transit Connect is remarkably efficient and averages 24 MPG in the city and 26 MPG as a cargo van or 24 MPG and 28 MPG, respectively, as a passenger van. With a 15.8-gallon fuel tank, your team can travel further and reach more customers without worrying about frequent stops for fuel.
Performance Features
Ford also gives business owners greater peace of mind when they put their teams on the road. For example, the 2023 Transit Connect features AdvanceTrac with Roll Stability Control, Side Wind Stabilization, and Hill Start Assist, which enhance the driver’s control and the van’s performance in various conditions. The independent Macpherson strut suspension and twist-beam rear suspension work behind the scenes to do the same, improving ride quality and handling mile after mile.
Cargo Volume
The Transit Connect’s high-strength design and stable build complement its incredible capability as a passenger or cargo hauler. As a cargo van with a long or short wheelbase, the Transit Connect is ready for any task and easily customizable with upfits. For example, the long wheelbase cargo van offers up to 145.8 cu.ft. of cargo space with the front passenger seat folded or 127.4 cu.ft. with the seat upright.
Payload
It can also support a payload of 1,550 lbs, with the short wheelbase model capable of carrying slightly less at 1,510 lbs. With a shorter wheelbase, the Transit Connect is still surprisingly spacious, with 123.2 cu.ft. of cargo space with the passenger seat folded. Add in the Transit Connect’s extensive catalog of upfits, and you can undoubtedly customize the van to your specific needs without impeding its functionality.
Technologies and Features
Ford does something incredible with the 2023 Transit Connect by acknowledging the importance of keeping you and your team connected on the road. The 2023 Transit Connect is among the most innovative and tech-savvy commercial vehicles available. Its technologies run the entire spectrum, from the integrated FordPro Telematics system to the SYNC 3 infotainment system and the Ford Co-Pilot360 suite of safety features working behind the scenes.
Connectivity
Depending on the configuration, the 2023 Transit Connect features convenient technologies like wireless charging, which makes it easy for your team to keep their devices charged without messing with charging cables. This convenience is mirrored by the Transit Connect’s expansive center touchscreen display that features the SYNC 3 infotainment system. The voice-activated system is easy to use and intuitive, offering seamless connectivity via Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, navigational tools, and a host of in-vehicle apps. Think of it as the Transit Connect’s command center dedicated to keeping you connected and informed every mile ahead.
This command center steals the spotlight, but that doesn’t mean the Transit Connect’s safety and driver-assist technologies are any less significant or worthy of mentioning. Ford instills confidence with the Transit Connect’s high-strength construction, but that confidence extends further with the van’s many standard and available safety tools. Regardless of trim, every model features Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking to mitigate the potential of forward collisions and enhance the safety of your team and everyone or everything on board.
The Ford Co-Pilot360 Suite
As you climb the Transit Connect’s trim lineup, you’ll find models fitted with the Ford Co-Pilot360 Technology suite. This package is a worthwhile investment because it adds advanced technologies like Ford’s Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) with Cross-Traffic Alert, a Rear View Camera, Adaptive Cruise Control, and a Lane-Keeping System. Adaptive Cruise Control is undeniably enticing because it improves the Transit Connect’s performance cruising at highway speeds, mitigating driver fatigue by constantly monitoring traffic flow and adjusting the van’s cruising speed as needed. Likewise, tools like the Rear View Camera extend your driver’s visibility behind the van, minimizing the potential for rear incidents that could have otherwise been avoided.
Their Team Will Help Your Business Find the Perfect Ford Transit Connect Model
How will the 2023 Ford Transit Connect serve and improve your business? Will it expand your service area and allow you to reach more customers? Or, will it enhance your current service area by ensuring your team can travel with all the necessary tools and equipment? Either way, the team at Faith’s Ford is excited to help your business take the next step with a commercial van like the Transit Connect.
As your Ford fleet headquarters, they’re ready to handle all your automotive needs. Their team is passionate about the Ford lineup but even more so about your business and seeing it succeed. They’re your biggest fans and show as much with their incredible approach rooted in integrity, transparency, and mutual respect. You shouldn’t have to second-guess their motives or fight high-pressure sales tactics when looking for ways to grow your business with a model like the 2023 Ford Transit Connect. Fortunately, you won’t have to when you trust their team.
Faith’s Ford is your Ford destination and automotive home away from home. They are proud to have an incredible lineup of fleet vehicles and one of the most knowledgeable and friendliest teams in the industry. Working with them gives you a front-row seat to their expertise and state-of-the-art facility, meaning you can rely on them to handle all your fleet service and maintenance needs every mile down the road. It’s their way of helping bring your business dreams to life one Transit Connect at a time.
