| Vehicle | |
|---|---|
| Model year | 2010 |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Transit Connect |
| Style | Wagon XLT 4dr Minivan (2.0L 4cyl 4A) |
| Base MSRP | $23,045 |
| Options on test vehicle | In-Dash Computer by Magneti Marelli ($1,395), Reverse Sensing System ($280), Rear Cargo 255-Degree Hinged Opening Doors ($190), Front and Rear Carpeted Floor Mats ($65) |
| As-tested MSRP | $24,975 |
| Drivetrain | |
|---|---|
| Drive type | Front-wheel drive |
| Engine type | Inline-4 |
| Displacement (cc/cu-in) | 1,999cc (122cu-in) |
| Block/head material | Aluminum/aluminum |
| Valvetrain | Double overhead camshaft |
| Compression ratio (x:1) | 10.0 |
| Redline (rpm) | 10 |
| Horsepower (hp @ rpm) | 136 @ 6,300 |
| Torque (lb-ft @ rpm) | 128 @ 4,750 |
| Transmission type | Four-speed automatic |
| Transmission and axle ratios (x:1) | I: 2.82; II: 1.50; III: 1.00; IV: 0.73; R:2.65:1; Final Drive: 4.20:1 |
| Chassis | |
|---|---|
| Suspension, front | MacPherson strut |
| Suspension, rear | Solid axle |
| Steering type | Power steering |
| Tire brand | Continental |
| Tire model | ContiPro Contact |
| Tire type | All-season front and rear |
| Tire size, front | 205/65R15 95T |
| Tire size, rear | Solid axle |
| Wheel size | 15-by-6.5 inches front and rear |
| Wheel material | Steel |
| Brakes, front | Ventilated disc |
| Brakes, rear | Drum |
| Track Test Results | |
|---|---|
| 0-45 mph (sec.) | 7.6 |
| 0-60 mph (sec.) | 12.5 |
| 0-75 mph (sec.) | 19.3 |
| 1/4-mile (sec. @ mph) | 18.7 @ 74.0 |
| 0-60 with 1 foot of rollout (sec.) | 12.2 |
| Braking, 30-0 mph (ft.) | 34 |
| 60-0 mph (ft.) | 135 |
| Slalom, 6 x 100 ft. (mph) | 59.9 |
| Skid pad, 200-ft. diameter (lateral g) | 0.75 |
| Sound level @ idle (dB) | 48.5 |
| @ Full throttle (dB) | 76.4 |
| @ 70 mph cruise (dB) | 70.8 |
| Test Driver Ratings & Comments | |
|---|---|
| Acceleration comments | Non-defeat traction control, automatic transmission and a small-scale engine in a big box means the Transit requires ZERO technique. Stand on the throttle. |
| Braking rating | Average |
| Braking comments | Very consistent, straight and controlled. Pedal effort is moderate and doesn't change. Good fade resistance. |
| Handling rating | Average |
| Handling comments | Skid pad: Non-defeat ESC means you can drive around the pad with the gas pedal on the floor. No technique, yet the Transit remains relatively upright and steering offers good feedback. Slalom: Excellent turn-in, good yaw response, flat attitude all kept in check with non-defeat ESC. Still, it feels very confident and well-sorted when it probably didn't need to be. |
| Testing Conditions | |
|---|---|
| Elevation (ft.) | 1,121 |
| Temperature (°F) | 65.8 |
| Wind (mph, direction) | 1.4 |
| Fuel Consumption | |
|---|---|
| EPA fuel economy (mpg) | 22 city/25 highway/23 combined |
| Edmunds observed (mpg) | 21.2 |
| Fuel tank capacity (U.S. gal.) | 15.4 |
| Dimensions & Capacities | |
|---|---|
| Curb weight, mfr. claim (lbs.) | 3,470 |
| Curb weight, as tested (lbs.) | 3,488 |
| Weight distribution, as tested, f/r (%) | 55.7/44.3 |
| Length (in.) | 180.6 |
| Width (in.) | 70.7 |
| Height (in.) | 79.3 |
| Wheelbase (in.) | 114.6 |
| Track, front (in.) | 59.3 |
| Track, rear (in.) | 61.1 |
| Turning circle (ft.) | 39.0 |
| Legroom, front (in.) | 39.7 |
| Legroom, rear (in.) | 38.5 |
| Headroom, front (in.) | 51.3 |
| Headroom, rear (in.) | 50.5 |
| Shoulder room, front (in.) | 54.4 |
| Shoulder room, rear (in.) | 59.6 |
| Seating capacity | 5 |
| Cargo volume (cu-ft) | 78.1 |
| Max. cargo volume, seats folded (cu-ft) | 135.3 |
| Warranty | |
|---|---|
| Bumper-to-bumper | 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Powertrain | 5 years/60,000 miles |
| Corrosion | 5 years/Unlimited miles |
| Roadside assistance | 5 years/60,000 miles |
| Free scheduled maintenance | Not available |
| Safety | |
|---|---|
| Front airbags | Standard |
| Side airbags | Dual front |
| Antilock brakes | Four-wheel ABS |
| Traction control | Traction control |
| Stability control | Stability control |
| Tire-pressure monitoring system | Tire-pressure monitoring |
| NHTSA crash test, driver | 5 stars |
| NHTSA crash test, passenger | 4 stars |
| NHTSA crash test, side front | 5 stars |
| NHTSA crash test, side rear | 5 stars |
| NHTSA rollover resistance | 3 stars |
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