Ford Transit, the best-selling van in America*, adds new features and flexibility for both fleet and business customers, as well as families

3.7-liter Ti-VCT V6 engine is now standard across the Transit line, including for dual-rear-wheel van and passenger wagon models

Standard side wind stabilization enhances safety and driver confidence

Ford Transit, America’s best-selling van*, gains new enhancements across the lineup for 2017 that are designed to make the vehicle trusted by fleets, small business customers and families even more flexible.

Available in van and passenger wagon models, in three lengths, three heights and two wheelbases, Ford Transit offers the most vehicle configurations in its class** across four basic platforms – van, passenger wagon XL and XLT, cutaway and chassis cab.

New for 2017, the 3.7-liter Ti-VCT V6 engine is now standard across the line, including on dual-rear-wheel van and passenger wagon models. Available diesel and EcoBoost® engines carry over. Each engine is paired with a six-speed automatic transmission with SelectShift® functionality for efficient rear-wheel-drive operation.

Side wind stabilization is also standard. Additional new exterior features include front wheel well liners, easy-to-clean styled aluminum wheels*** and White Gold metallic paint. New interior options include a center console-delete for improved pass-through (fleet only, with valid fleet identification number) and new seat offerings – including available heated front seats.

Choice of power

The standard 3.7-liter Ti-VCT V6 engine is engineered for optimal performance. A CNG/propane gaseous engine prep package is available to assist customers running vehicles on compressed natural gas or propane autogas.

The 3.2-liter Power Stroke® five-cylinder turbo diesel – based on Ford’s proven global diesel engine architecture – features state-of-the-art fuel, turbo and emissions systems that meet stringent U.S. clean diesel standards. An engine block heater is standard with the diesel engine.

For maximum capability, the 3.5-liter EcoBoost is a trusted workhorse. Whether carrying materials to a job site or towing a trailer, EcoBoost-equipped Transit provides best-in-class** maximum gasoline engine torque of 400 lb.-ft.

Transit, the power of multiple configurations

For Transit, the power of choice goes beyond powertrain options to encompass multiple lengths and three available roof heights to provide full-size van buyers with the precise configuration they require.

The high-roof van features 81.5 inches of interior cargo height – enough for a person 6 feet, 9 inches tall to stand upright. The medium-roof van can accommodate up to 72 inches of cargo height, while the low-roof model has nearly 57 inches to provide an ideal combination of payload management, upfit readiness and garageability.

When properly configured, the long-wheelbase, extended-length, high-roof Transit provides 487.2 cubic feet of cargo capacity, with rear cargo doors that can open up to 237 degrees for easy loading. The interior is designed for easy upfit of racks, bins, shelving and other cargo storage and hauling solutions. The largest passenger wagon, the extended-length Transit, can carry up to 15 people, while providing 100.5 cubic feet of storage.

A 6.5-inch touch screen display with navigation and SYNC® 3 is available.

Driving quality

Thanks to a power rack-and-pinion setup, Transit provides drivers with an exceptionally communicative steering feel. The front suspension consists of subframe-mounted MacPherson struts and a stabilizer bar for smoother, flatter cornering, while progressive rear leaf springs and heavy-duty gas-charged dampers provide for well-controlled ride quality – regardless of load status.

Optimal productivity and operating costs

Transit’s global platform design delivers on the same customer expectations in 116 markets worldwide where this sturdy commercial vehicle is available – expectations for versatility, fuel efficiency and low operating costs.

For fleet customers, available Ford Telematics™ powered by Telogis® provides instant visibility into every vehicle everywhere – improving driver safety and reducing operating costs. The feature can provide vehicle maintenance alerts as well. 

Transit is efficient to service and maintain, with specialized technical service support including extended operating hours available at more than 600 Ford commercial business centers.

Built Ford Tough

Transit features rugged unibody construction and extensive application of high-strength and boron steel, which has been tested at Ford proving grounds and in the hands of real-world fleet customers in North America. Transit is assembled at Kansas City Assembly Plant.

*Based on total U.S. reported sales for calendar year 2016. **Class is full-size vans, excluding other Ford products. ***Not available on 9,500-pound GVWR or greater.