Shopping for a used Ford Transit Van can be complicated, especially since you’ll find so many body styles and powertrains available. But our used buying guide is here to help. We’re here to take a look at how these vans have evolved since they first debuted for the 2015 model year.
First Generation: 2015-Current Model Year
What you’ll love about the used Ford Transit Van:
- Impressive range of body styles and upfitting options
- Strong towing and hauling performance
- Easy to maneuver, despite its size
- Tech features are modern and easy to use
These used full-size commercial cargo vans are available with so many body style configurations that it’s easy to find one perfectly suited to your company needs. To start, the used Transit offers both standard and long-wheelbase models. You’ll also find low-, medium-, and high-roof body styles out there. Also, some long-wheelbase models will feature an extended-length body style for maximum cargo capacity.
Three weight ratings—150, 250, and 350—help you tow and haul increasing amounts of cargo and supplies. Throughout this generation of used Ford Transit vans, you’ll find various engines on offer, including a couple of turbocharged diesel engines to help you balance hauling capabilities with fuel economy. But all powertrains do an excellent job of transporting company goods.
The used Transit is available as one trim model. Standard features vary a bit according to body style. For instance, the low-roof van comes standard with a 60/40-split hinged passenger-side door. The medium- and high-roof vans, on the other hand, come standard with a sliding passenger-side door. But all models include standard power windows and locks, as well as handy cargo area tie-down points.
As you shop for your used Ford Transit Van, look for these year-to-year changes:
- There were a lot of powertrain upgrades for the 2020 model year. Shoppers could choose from new, more powerful engine options. A 3.5-liter V6 (275 horses, 262 pound-feet of torque) became the standard engine. Also, a new turbocharged 2.0-liter diesel four-cylinder engine (210 horses, 369 pound-feet) replaced the outgoing diesel engine. And all engines were paired with a brand new 10-speed automatic transmission, designed for quick shifts and greater efficiency at high speeds. Also, all-wheel drive became optional, increasing on-road safety in bad weather conditions.
- The 2020 Transit also introduced a standard Wi-Fi hotspot and driver safety aids, including forward collision mitigation.
- For long-wheelbase versions of the 2019 Transit Van, new door hinges mean wider openings and easier access to cargo.
- The 2018 model introduced a number of new options, including high-mounted rearview cameras for medium- and high-roof models. Shoppers could upgrade their day-to-day utility with new heavy-duty cargo flooring and heavy-duty rear scuff plate kids.
- Beginning in 2017, shoppers could choose from a wider variety of body style configurations for the Transit 350. They include van, chassis cab, and cutaway cab styles.
- The 2016 Transit Van introduced a standard rearview camera with tow-hitch assist. This same year, the optional Sync 3 infotainment system replaced the outgoing MyFord Touch system. Also, dual sliding side doors became optional. Upfitters will be pleased to note that the 2016 model made auxiliary fuse panels and a single absorbed glass mat battery newly available.