2010 Transit Connect By Ford

Ford plans to unveil the 2010 Transit Connect small van at the New York auto show next week.

Ford developed the Transit Connect for use as a small delivery vehicle for businesses, and the 2010 Transit Connect will be the only purpose-built light-duty commercial van in the U.S. market. Designed for small business owners and their specific needs, Transit Connect will be prepared to handle those needs with a maneuverable, right-sized design, efficient powertrain, customizable cargo area and internationally proven dependability.

The body, essentially a scaled-down UPS van built on a compact car's platform, provides an excellent turning radius of 39 feet. The base version of the Transit Connect will come with a vinyl interior and a $21,475 price tag when it goes on sale this summer.

Powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, the Transit Connect should get EPA ratings of 22 m.p.g. in the city and 25 m.p.g. on the highway. It has seating for 2 in the cargo van, and up to 5 on the XLT wagon. Transit Connect offers a choice of 2 rear door designs, 1600 lb payload, and over 135 cu. Ft. of cargo volume.

And here is a cool tool: The optional Ford Work Solutions TM empowers small business owners to turn Transit Connect into a mobile office with these features:

Internet-capable in-dash computer and communications system
Tool LinkTM, an innovative tool-tracking system
Crew ChiefTM, a cutting-edge elematics system that tracksfleet vehicles

For a brochure on the 2010 Transit Connect


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