A tireless worker, the Ford Transit Connect has long been a staple within the expansive Ford commercial lineup. The van always allows for easy storage inside the cabin, and there are plenty of customizable options to consider, as well.
Our 2021 Ford Transit Connect review is an introduction to the vehicle for those hoping to add to their commercial fleet around Mechanicsville, Ashland, and Richmond, Virginia.
At the Richmond Commercial Truck Center, we're also happy to show you how the 2021 Ford Transit Connect performs in person and how it could fit into your growing fleet!
Choose Your Engine & Transmission
The jobs you'll ask of the 2021 Ford Transit Connect are unique to the business and industry you're involved with. Ford strives to make the Transit Connect as customizable as possible-something the 2021 model does quite well.
The standard drivetrain layout is front-wheel drive with your choice of two engines: a 2.0L 4-cylinder or 2.5L 4-cylinder. The 2.0L makes 162 horsepower and 144 lb-ft of torque, while the larger 2.5L option delivers 169 horsepower and 171 lb-ft of torque.
There are two transmissions, as well, each utilizing SelectShift® technology to ensure smart gear shifting as you accelerate and decelerate. The 2.0L features an 8-speed automatic, while the 2.5L motor comes with a 6-speed automatic.
Picking the Size of Your 2021 Ford Transit Connect
There are three key variations to the size and interior layout of the 2021 Ford Transit Connect.
The first option is a short wheelbase cargo van whose overall length is 174.2 inches. The second is a long wheelbase cargo van which stretches to 190 inches, while the last option is a similarly sized long wheelbase passenger wagon that emphasizes passenger comfort over cargo.
If you'll be shuttling people around, the passenger wagon is the easy choice as it can seat seven and offers a robust 167.1 cubic feet of overall passenger volume. For the purposes of storing supplies and inventory, the short wheelbase cargo van offers 123.2 maximum cubic feet of cargo room, while the long wheelbase cargo van provides 145.8 cubic feet of maximum cargo room. Â
All three model variations, regardless of engine, tout 2,000 pounds of maximum towing capacity.
Plenty of Modern Tech
Many of the cutting-edge features found throughout the Ford commercial and non-commercial lineups have made their way into the 2021 Ford Transit Connect.
A 6.5-inch touchscreen sitting along the dashboard runs through a SYNC® 3 interface and touts Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ for easy connectivity.
There's also a standard 4G LTE modem within the vehicle, serving as a Wi-Fi® hotspot capable of supporting up to 10 devices.
The 2021 Ford Transit Connect Is Ready to Get to Work
No job near Richmond, Mechanicsville, or Ashland, VA, is too tough for the 2021 Ford Transit Connect. At Richmond Commercial Truck Center, you can come through and see how the commercial vehicle performs for yourself before discussing ways to add it to your growing commercial fleet.
Give us a call or reach out to our team online to discuss taking the Ford Transit for a test drive today.