Designed, engineered, tested and constructed to the same class-leading standards as the award-winning Ford Van range. The Long Wheelbase Ford Transit Connect has been engineered to meet the tough demands of a working life.

The LWB Ford vans provide unparalleled levels of durability for a small van.

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LWB Transit Connect - Introduction

Only a vehicle that shares Transit's DNA and delivers high levels of durability, dependability, security and low cost of ownership, could be added to the Transit family.

LWB Transit Connect - Key Dimensions

Gross Payload (kg)
Ford Transit Connect LWB......825-900
Fiat Scudo.......................……..815-900
Nissan Vanette E......................845

Volume (m3)
Ford Transit Connect LWB...... 3.7 / 4.4*
Fiat Scudo.......................………4.0
Nissan Vanette E..................…..3.8

8x4 boards
Ford Transit Connect LWB......yes
Fiat Scudo...................………...no
Nissan Vanette E..................….no

Fold-flat passenger seat
Ford Transit Connect LWB......yes
Fiat Scudo...................………...no
Nissan Vanette E..................….no

Load lengths (mm)
Ford Transit Connect LWB.... 2007 / 2714
Fiat Scudo.......................…….2059
Nissan Vanette E.....................2120

Overall vehicle length (mm)
Ford Transit Connect LWB…..4525
Fiat Scudo…………………….....4440
Nissan vanette E………………...4320

* with passenger seat folded Ford Transit Connect data is preliminary; other manufacturer information is unverified brochure data.

Loading the LWB Mini Van

• Fold-flat passenger seat, providing a completely flat floor right up to the folded forward seat squab for extended load length.
• Flexible load restraint system, allowing self-installation of racking or shelving without drilling holes in the vehicle.
• Unique feature amongst compact vans in being able to accommodate 8’ x 4’ boards with its fold-flat passenger seat providing a minimum load length of more than 2.7 metres.

Security

• Lock-in-latch system makes it extremely difficult for thieves to gain entry
• Remote keyless entry adds convenience along with security
• Locking bonnet
• Engine immobiliser

Safety

• Driver, passenger and side airbags (passenger & side are options)
• Anti-lock brakes (available as an option)

LWB Transit Connect - Low Ownership Costs

Cost of ownership will be reduced through extended service intervals.

• Transit Connect’s exceptionally durable design & construction means that repairs & maintenance will be kept to a minimum
• Residual values expected to be high
• Transit Connect will come with a three year manufacturer’s / 100,000 mile warranty, and 10 years anti-perforation warranty