New Ford Transit

The 2021 Ford Transit was designed with your comfort and convenience in mind. It has a balance between commercial and passenger needs, with configurations for seating up to 15 people or room enough for all of your business and utility needs. It is positioned above the smaller Transit Connect and competes with other full-size vans.

New for 2021

• RV Prep package now available on cargo van*
• Adaptive cruise control now standard on all engines with Motorhome Prep package**
• Three new paint options: Abyss Gray, Avalanche, and carbonized Gray

*RV Prep package applies to the cargo van conversion and includes adaptive cruise control and a heavy-duty trailer towing option that can haul up to 6,800 pounds in certain configurations. Four-way manual swivel front seats, an eight-speaker sound system, and front fog lamps are part of this package.

**Motorhome Prep package adds adaptive cruise control and an economy-rated option for the 310-horsepower 3.5-liter turbocharged V6 engine.

Trims and Price

The Ford Transit comes in four trims: Cargo Van, Crew Van, Passenger Van XL, and Passenger Van XLT

• Cargo Van - $35,020
• Crew Van - $37,380
• Passenger Van XL - $41,695
• Passenger Van XLT - $43,530

Design

Depending on what your job calls for, you can choose from three lengths, three roof heights, and two wheelbases; while having plenty of convenient storage. Seats are wide and supportive and have an available option to swivel.

• Passenger vans: seat between 8 and 15 passengers
• Crew vans: seat five passengers with side windows
• Cargo vans: seat two
• Cargo capacity:
• 487.3 cubic feet maximum capacity behind the first row of seats
• 100.5 cubic feet behind the fifth row of seating in extended-length
• 280.9 cubic feet of volume with regular-length low-roof cargo van (removing front passenger seat)

An optional center console and overhead shelf improve clearance and space while moving through the cabin.

A Parcel Delivery package adds hinged rear doors that open 253 degrees and full interior lighting. This package deletes armrests on the driver and passenger seats.

XLT: Livery package

• 10-way power-adjustable seats in leather for all seats
• Power-sliding doors
• Privacy glass
• 16-in wheels

Power

Ford Transit is offered with two powertrains, is capable of towing large loads up to 6,800 pounds and carrying up to 4,530 pounds in payload. Its suspension is tuned to deliver a comfortable, quality ride that you’ll appreciate during daily commutes; and it feels planted enough despite its narrow tires.

Base engine:

• 3.5-liter V6 that provides 275 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque

Available engine:

• Twin turbocharged 3.5-liter V6 that provides 310 horsepower and 410 lb-ft of torque

Transmission:

• Both engines are paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission

Fuel economy:

• 14-15/19 mpg city/highway with its base engine

Rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive is available

Adventure Package: Cargo van or crew van that seat five

• Bundles together all-wheel drive, the 3.5-liter turbocharged V6, a rear limited-slip differential, a heavy-duty front axle, and privacy glass.

Safety

Ford includes many standard driver-assist active safety features on every Transit that make up the Co-Pilot360 package.

Technology

Entry-level Transits come with a small display, but a larger available option is offered. All Transits come standard with some basic features and add a few available options.

Warranty

• Limited warranty covers three years or 36,000 miles
• Powertrain warranty covers five years or 60,000 miles
• No complimentary scheduled maintenance

Expert Reviews

The 2021 Ford Transit has received several positive reviews from automotive journalists, and their firsthand experiences provide valuable insight into the features and performance of the vehicle. Here are a few

MotorTrend’s Duncan Brady said he liked “Its large barn doors, huge sliding door, and low floor made it easy to load a storage unit full of stuff.”

Meanwhile, Car and Driver's Eric Stafford highlighted the Transit's smooth ride and comfortable interior, describing it as a quiet ride In his written review, he notes the "surprisingly quiet cabin" and ample headroom, making it a comfortable option for both driver and passengers.

As you can see the Transit is a great option for a work van and also a passenger van. It can always be configured to your specific needs as well.

Conclusion

For maximum people and cargo hauling, the 2021 Ford Transit offers buyers many configurations to meet their needs. It offers a comfortable, quality ride, while having enough power to carry your load.