Are you looking for a cargo van for your business that has excellent fuel efficiency and versatility? That is the 2022 Ford Transit Connect. This cargo van is ready and prepared to take on your business needs.
Richmond Commercial Truck Center has put together this review for our friends and neighbors in the Richmond, Mechanicsville, and Ashland, Virginia, areas. Read on to learn about the Transit Connect's performance, fuel efficiency, cargo volume, and smart features. Once you do, come by for a test drive.
2022 Ford Transit Connect Performance and Fuel Efficiency
Under the hood of the 2022 Ford Transit Connect, you'll find a powerful 2.0L GDI I-4 Engine with auto start/stop technology. Working with a standard 8-speed SelectShift® Automatic Transmission, you'll get 162 horsepower and 144 lb-ft of torque. The 2.0L engine gets an EPA-estimated:
- 24 city MPG
- 27 highway MPG
The auto start/stop technology helps improve fuel efficiency by shutting the engine off when you automatically come to a stop. Then, when you take your foot off the brake pedal, the engine restarts. The radio stays on while this happens, and you use less fuel.
The truck also features an EcoMode and EcoCoach. These features monitor fuel economy and help drivers learn more about eco-conscious driving behaviors.
2022 Ford Transit Connect Cargo and Payload Volumes
The Ford Transit Connect offers two wheelbases: a long-wheelbase model and a short-wheelbase model.
The short-wheelbase model comes to 104.8 inches long. With this model, you'll get 104.8 cubic feet of cargo volume with both front seats occupied. However, with the front seat folded, you'll get a cargo space of 123.2 cubic feet.
The long-wheelbase model is 120.6 inches long. With the front passenger seat down, you'll get a maximum cargo space of 145.8 cubic feet. If you do have a front-seat passenger, you still have 127.4 cubic feet to work with.
When it comes to payload, the maximum payload of each model is:
- 1,550 pounds in the long-wheelbase model
- 1,510 pounds in the short-wheelbase model
Ford Transit Connect Smart Features
The Transit Connect offers many different available tech features to aid you in driving.
Opt for the available wireless charging feature if you don't want to worry about dealing with cords while you drive.
To help reduce driver and vehicle stress in high winds, the Ford Transit Connect comes standard with side-wind stabilization. This system keeps an eye on the wind, and if it senses enough wind, it applies the brakes on one side.
To help keep everyone safe, opt for the available Ford Co-Pilot360â„¢ tech suite, which is a suite of driver-assist and safety features. Some of the features in this suite are:
- Rear View Camera
- Auto High-Beam Headlamps
- Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking
Test Drive the 2022 Ford Transit Connect
Are you ready to get behind the wheel of the 2022 Ford Transit Connect? Our team at Richmond Commercial Truck Center is prepared to work with our friends and business owners around Richmond, Mechanicsville, and Ashland, VA. We'll get you behind the wheel so you can get a feel for how the Ford Transit Connect drives and what size might be right for you.
Contact our dealership to get a look at the Transit Connect and test drive this cargo van today!