2010 Ford Transit Connect XL Cargo
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- Photo: 2013 Ford Transit Connect 90 T230 1.8 Front by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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- Photo: 2013 Ford Transit Connect 90 T230 1.8 Rear by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2010 Ford Transit Connect XL Cargo is a 136-hp 2.0-liter inline-4 with a 4-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $20,780 MSRP and is rated at 23 mpg combined.
It makes 136 horsepower at 6,300 rpm and 128 lb-ft of torque at 4750 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 22 mpg city and 25 mpg highway (23 mpg combined).
The Transit Connect measures 180.7 inches long on a 114.6-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,470 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Van |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $20,780 ($30,965 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.0L Duratec I4 |
| Displacement | 2 L |
| Horsepower | 136 hp @ 6,300 rpm |
| Torque | 128 lb-ft @ 4750 rpm |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 22 MPG |
| Highway | 25 MPG |
| Combined | 23 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular |
| Tank Capacity | 15.1 gal |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 15.0 in |
| Wheels Rear | 15.0 in |
| Tires Front | P205/65R15 |
| Tires Rear | P205/65R15 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 180.7 in |
| Width | 83.2 in |
| Height | 79.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 114.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,470 lbs |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 2010 Ford Transit Connect XL Cargo with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | Not rated |
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2010 Ford TRANSIT CONNECT. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Apr 17, 2012 · EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
MAIN MOBILITY IS RECALLING CERTAIN CONVERSION VANS BUILT ON MODEL YEAR 2008-2010 CHEVROLET EXPRESS, 2009 GMC SAVANA, AND 2010 FORD TRANSIT CONNECT CHASSIS, AND FITTED WITH CERTAIN BRAUN WHEELCHAIR LIFTS. OVER TIME AND WITH FREQUENT USE, THE ROLL STOP LATCHES ON THE WHEELCHAIR LIFT’S OUTER BARRIER MAY BECOME BENT OR MISALIGNED.
Consequence: A WHEELCHAIR OCCUPANT MAY DEFEAT OR RIDE OVER THE INSUFFICIENTLY LATCHED ROLL STOP. IF THIS OCCURS WHEN THE LIFT PLATFORM IS IN AN ELEVATED POSITION, THE WHEELCHAIR’S OCCUPANT COULD FALL AND SUSTAIN INJURY.
Remedy: MAIN MOBILITY IS WORKING WITH BRAUN TO NOTIFY OWNERS, AND BRAUN DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES, FREE OF CHARGE. MAIN MOBILITY HAS NOT PROVIDED A NOTIFICATION SCHEDULE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MAIN MOBILITY AT 1-716-759-6811.
NHTSA campaign 12V169000
Jul 7, 2010 · STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 TRANSIT CONNECT VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM DECEMBER 5, 2008 THROUGH MAY 31, 2010 FOR FAILING TO MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 201, "OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACT." DURING VEHICLE TESTING THE VEHICLE EXCEEDED HEAD INJURY CRITERIA REQUIREMENTS SET BY THE STANDARD. THE HEADLINER RETENTION PUSHPIN LOCATED ON THE HEADLINER ABOVE THE B-PILLAR TRIM ON BOTH THE LEFT AND RIGHT SIDE OF THE VEHICLES NEEDS TO BE REPLACED.
Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, AN OCCUPANT COULD BE AT AN INCREASED RISK OF INJURY.
Remedy: FORD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 19, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD MOTOR COMPANY AT 1-866-436-7332.
NHTSA campaign 10V316000
42 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2010 Ford TRANSIT CONNECT WAGON
Owner Complaints
42 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2010 Ford TRANSIT CONNECT WAGON (4 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 2 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Service Brakes | 9 |
| Power Train | 8 |
| Electrical System | 7 |
| Engine | 5 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 5 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 4 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2010 FORD TRANSIT CONNECT VAN. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.