Ford Transit Connect Second generation

Ford Transit Connect Second generation
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The Ford Transit Connect Second generation (2013–2023): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 22 versions in the European Union, the United States, and Canada.

Model codes: V408 · Sold in: European Union, United Kingdom, France, United States, and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationEuropeNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,418–4,959 mm Traficom4,810 mm TC4,417–4,818 mm
Width1,840 mm RDW1,840 mm TC1,834 mm
Height1,850 mm RDW1,790 mm TC1,829–1,844 mm
Wheelbase2,660–3,060 mm RDW3,060 mm TC2,662–3,063 mm
Front track1,568 mm ASTRA1,560 mm TC–
Rear track1,582–1,584 mm ASTRA1,580 mm TC–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,437–1,672 kg RDW1,621–1,804 kg TC1,647–1,805 kg
Mass in running order1,537–1,772 kg RDW––
Gross vehicle weight2,000–2,405 kg RDW––
Towing, braked trailer1,200–1,500 kg ASTRA––
Towing, unbraked trailer750 kg RDW––
Seats and space
Seats5–7 RDW––
Doors4 RDW––
Fuel tank––33–60 L
Performance
Top speed169–173 km/h RDW–145–187 km/h
Torque170–270 Nm ASTRA–170–350 Nm

Tyre sizes (most common first): 205/60R16, 215/55R16, 215/55R17

NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2014–2018: ★★★★★ · 2021–2023: ★★★★☆

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Traficom type approvals (Finland), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, de), RDW type approvals (Netherlands), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age

Age at testPass rateUK averageTests
3 years87.2% (86.8–87.5)92.2%33,907
4–5 years85.4% (85.1–85.6)91.0%83,079
6–8 years84.2% (83.9–84.4)86.4%119,916
9–12 years79.1% (78.6–79.5)77.9%30,656

What the MOT finds

AreaThis modelUK average, same ages
Tyres32.1%26.3%
Brakes23.7%18.7%
Lights and electrics15.1%7.7%
Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers)14.7%6.6%
Noise, emissions and leaks5.6%3.0%
Suspension5.6%10.6%

First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

446 complaints for model years 2014–2023. 13 crashes · 5 fires · 11 injuries

  • Transmission and drivetrain 78
  • Brakes 52
  • Electrical system 48
  • Body and structure 47
  • Engine 34
  • Visibility and wipers 30

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 22 versions of the Ford Transit Connect Second generation

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European Union 10 versions

New cars registered in the EU (plus Norway and Iceland), from the European Environment Agency. Figures on the NEDC procedure until 2020 and on WLTP from 2021; versions are grouped by engine and power, with their number of registrations.

Years and versionEnginePowerFuelConsumption (combined)CO₂EU registrations
2021–20231.5 L73 kW (99 PS)Diesel5.5–5.8 L/100 km WLTP152–153 g/km1,648
2021–20231.5 L88 kW (120 PS)Diesel5.4–5.7 L/100 km WLTP148–149 g/km1,234
20211.5 L74 kW (101 PS)Diesel–156 g/km40
2015–20201.5 L74 kW (101 PS)Diesel–120–125 g/km8,830
2015–20201.5 L88 kW (120 PS)Diesel–119–122 g/km6,192
2018–20201.5 L73 kW (99 PS)Diesel–119–120 g/km822
20171.5 L132 kW (179 PS)Diesel–119 g/km10
2014–20161.6 L70 kW (95 PS)Diesel–127–129 g/km2,592
2015–20161.0 L–Petrol–128–129 g/km78
20151.6 L–Petrol–180 g/km20

United States 6 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2019–2023SIDI2.0 LPetrol8-speed automaticFront-wheel drive25–26 MPG (9.0–9.4 L/100 km) EPA214–221 g/km
2019–2022SIDI; FFV2.0 LFlex fuel (E85)8-speed automaticFront-wheel drive25–26 MPG (9.0–9.4 L/100 km) EPA214–221 g/km
2014–20222.5 LPetrol6-speed automaticFront-wheel drive22–24 MPG (9.8–10.7 L/100 km) EPA234–253 g/km
2016–2018FFV2.5 LFlex fuel (E85)6-speed automaticFront-wheel drive22–23 MPG (10.2–10.7 L/100 km) EPA244–253 g/km
2014–2016SIDI1.6 LPetrol6-speed automaticFront-wheel drive24–25 MPG (9.4–9.8 L/100 km) EPA221–226 g/km
20132.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive23 MPG (10.2 L/100 km) EPA235 g/km

Canada 6 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2019–2023Special purpose vehicle2.0 LPetrol8-speed automatic9.2–9.4 L/100 km 5-cycle214–221 g/km
2019–2022Special purpose vehicle2.0 LFlex fuel (E85)8-speed automatic12.5–13.2 L/100 km 5-cycle208–219 g/km
2014–2022Special purpose vehicle2.5 LPetrol6-speed automatic9.9–10.8 L/100 km 5-cycle228–253 g/km
2016–2018Special purpose vehicle2.5 LFlex fuel (E85)6-speed automatic14.2–14.7 L/100 km 5-cycle233–242 g/km
2014–2016Special purpose vehicle1.6 LPetrol6-speed automatic9.4–10.1 L/100 km 5-cycle216–232 g/km
2013Special purpose vehicle2.0 LPetrol4-speed automatic9.9 L/100 km 5-cycle228 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.