Used 2016 Ford Transit Connect XL for sale 

The 2016 Ford Transit Connect Cargo Van is available in two wheelbase sizes and in three different trim levels: the XL, XLT, and Titanium. The XLT trim comes with the option for seating five or seven, whereas the XL and Titanium wagons are seven-seaters as standard. The base XL wagon is long-wheelbase only and gets 16-inch steel wheels, gray-colored grille, bumpers and side moldings, keyless entry, air conditioning, vinyl upholstery and covering on the floor, built-in hooks to tie down cargo, an overhead storage shelf, a flat-folding passenger seat, tilt and telescoping steering wheel, powered windows, powered door locks, and four-speaker audio system.

The next level XLT trim gets body-colored bumpers, fog lamps, power adjusting and heated mirrors, rear privacy glass, cloth upholstery, driver lumbar adjustable seat, multi-function display, cruise control, a rearview camera, and a CD player. The XLT wagon comes in both short and long wheelbase and available with a base sticker price of $24,200.

The top tier Titanium trim gets 16-inch alloy wheels, automatic headlamps, adaptive cornering fog lamps, rain-sensing wipers, power-folding mirrors, exterior chrome trim, automatic dual-zone climate control, leather upholstery, six-way powered driver seat, heated front seats, auto-dimming rearview mirror with a built-in compass, four-speaker audio system, and the Ford Sync voice command system.

Other options available are 16- and 17- inch alloy wheels, a CNG engine prep package, front and rear parking sensors, towing package, a fixed panoramic sunroof, roof rack, satellite/HD radio, Ford's MyFord Touch electronics interface that comes with a 6.5-inch touchscreen display and a navigation system, and also the Ford Telematics system for fleets.

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Considering to maximize the commercial output, it is advisable to opt for the long-wheelbase version of the XL or XLT trim. For those who prefer riding with minimal investment, the basic XL trim will do the job. However, for long-term and comfortable travel, the XLT will prove a better choice, since it includes nearly all the important features that are necessary for a comfortable cargo mover.

The 2016 Ford Transit Connect comes with two engines: a 2.5-liter four-cylinder that makes 169 hp and 171 lb.-ft. of torque. There is also a turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder that makes 178 hp and 184 lb.-ft. of torque, but this engine is only available for the short-wheelbase variants of the van. The engine is mated to a six-speed automatic that sends power to the front two wheels. The steering is especially impressive, which offers an excellent road feel like most Ford vehicles, requiring little effort to steer. The ride, on the other hand, feels bumpy, and the noise from the suspension tends to travel to the cabin.

The Transit Connect does not have the performance offered by other V6 powered minivans, like the Dodge Grand Caravan and Toyota Sienna. Even so, this Ford van feels significantly lighter and more nimble in the city traffic. This can be very useful to get in and out of tight spots in the city. The turbocharged engine would be better recommended for this exact purpose but unfortunately is not available with the long-wheelbase variants.

The Ford Transit Connect van's 2.5-liter engine has a fuel efficiency of 22 mpg combined, with 19 mpg in the city and 27 mpg on the highway, which is a little better than larger V6 powered minivan competitors. The turbocharged 1.6-liter has fuel efficiency of 25 mpg combined, with 22 mpg in the city and 30 mpg on the highway.

Ford’s Transit Connect is at par with the rest of the rivals when it comes to economical driving. The RAM Promaster gets the better of the three with a more refined powertrain, but the major difference is in the size of the vehicles. Compared to the Ford, the latter is a bit lighter and smaller in dimensions. Although, there is no difference in the way these two haul.

The first thing you notice inside the Transit Connect is that the quality of plastics used in the interiors is not good, not even compared to the competitors. But as you give it a thought, the van is just another commercial vehicle. So, cost-cutting is an integral part of their design, no matter how they achieve it. Hence if the buyer wants a nice interior, the Titanium variant's leather upholstery is more likely to do a better job. The interior and all rows of seats are very spacious, especially the headroom.

If it's the cargo you're looking to haul, the short-wheelbase cargo van offers 103.9 cubic feet behind the front seats, while the long-wheelbase version's larger cargo hold can swallow 128.6 cubic feet. This is less than a regular minivan, but still much better than a large crossover. Even more capacity is available thanks to the fold-flat front passenger seat. Major interior features include-

• Single Zone Front Air Conditioning
• Electric Power Steering
• Tilt And Telescopic Steering Wheel
• 1 One-Touch Power Windows
• Full Cloth Seats

2016 Ford Transit Connect Infotainment:

At the base, there is nothing to keep you glued when it comes to the infotainment features. However XLT and Titanium models can be equipped with MyFord Touch, and as such, they include a 6.5-inch touchscreen, plus a rearview camera system, HD Radio, satellite radio, and USB port. All models include keyless entry and power windows. At the XLT level, you get standard cruise control, plus MyKey and heated power mirrors. Equipment on the XL Transit Connect includes a CD-Player with AUX and Bluetooth along with 2-speakers. Ford’s Sync infotainment system with navigation, phone connectivity, and more is available as an option. Few key infotainment features include- 

• 2 Total Speakers
• AM/FM Stereo
• Auxiliary Audio Input
• CD Player
• SYNC (O)
• Rear View Camera (O)

The Ford Transit Connect looks very much like a cross between a Van and a Wagon. The vehicle is in its second generation and received its last facelift in 2014, and the new design adopted Ford's Kinetic Design language, which is seen across nearly all Ford vehicles. The Transit Connect is available in two wheelbases and can seat five or seven people depending on the wheelbase. It can be equipped with 16- or 17-inch alloy wheels, and the XLT and Titanium trims are available with body-colored bumpers. There is also an option for a rear liftgate in place of the double rear doors. 

Speaking of dimensions, the Metris hits the skies with the longest cargo compartment in the lot. The RAM Promaster too is considerably long, but most of its length is not converted into usable space. Meanwhile, Ford also remains the lightest vehicle in the segment with just 3,505 lbs of curb weight to carry. Metris turns out to be the heaviest of the lot at 4,222 lbs. Major exterior highlights of the cargo van include-

• P215/55R16 97H Tires
• All Season Tires
• Electric Rear Window Defroster
• Large Exterior Mirrors
• 180 Degree Rear Symmetrical Cargo Doors W/Fixed Rear Door Glass
• Quickclear Windshield Defroster

The Ford Transit Connect Cargo Van comes standard with anti-lock brakes, traction and stability control, hill start assist, airbags, etc. Options include front and rear parking sensors, daytime running lights, blind-spot, and cross-traffic warning system. The Ford Sync and MyFord Touch systems come with an emergency crash notification system that will automatically dial 911 when paired with a cellphone. Few standout safety features include-

• 4-Wheel ABS
• Tire Pressure Monitoring
• Traction Control
• Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags
• Stability Control
• Emergency Braking Assist

The 2016 Ford Transit Connect Cargo Van is a versatile and respectable fun-to-drive minivan, which can be used as a possible replacement for traditional minivans. The van does everything it claims to do, and with the competitive pricing, it makes for a very solid option for people looking to buy one.