2012
Ford Transit Connect

Starts at:

$23,660

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Available trims

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114.6" XL w/o side or rear door glass

Starts at

$22,035

21 City / 27 Hwy

MPG

2

Seat capacity

Gas I4

Engine

Front Wheel Drive

Drivetrain

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114.6" XL w/rear door privacy glass

Starts at

$22,220

21 City / 27 Hwy

MPG

2

Seat capacity

Gas I4

Engine

Front Wheel Drive

Drivetrain

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114.6" XL w/side & rear door privacy glass

Starts at

$22,290

21 City / 27 Hwy

MPG

2

Seat capacity

Gas I4

Engine

Front Wheel Drive

Drivetrain

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114.6" XLT w/o side or rear door glass

Starts at

$23,095

21 City / 27 Hwy

MPG

2

Seat capacity

Gas I4

Engine

Front Wheel Drive

Drivetrain

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114.6" XLT w/rear door privacy glass

Starts at

$23,435

21 City / 27 Hwy

MPG

2

Seat capacity

Gas I4

Engine

Front Wheel Drive

Drivetrain

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114.6" XLT w/side & rear door privacy glass

Starts at

$23,505

21 City / 27 Hwy

MPG

2

Seat capacity

Gas I4

Engine

Front Wheel Drive

Drivetrain

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4dr Wgn XLT

Starts at

$23,660

22 City / 27 Hwy

MPG

5

Seat capacity

Gas I4

Engine

Front Wheel Drive

Drivetrain

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4dr Wgn XLT Premium

Starts at

$23,810

22 City / 27 Hwy

MPG

5

Seat capacity

Gas I4

Engine

Front Wheel Drive

Drivetrain

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Notable features

Hails from Europe

Passenger and cargo versions

Optional onboard computer

Optional tool locator

Front-wheel drive

The good & the bad

The good

Drives like a car

Forward visibility

Around-town engine power

Smooth-shifting transmission

Low load floor, ride height

The bad

Modest acceleration on highway

Panel van's rear visibility

Noisy cabin at highway speeds

Diesel engine not offered

Parking sensors not standard on panel van

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Safety review

Based on the 2012 Ford Transit Connect base trim

NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.

Overall rating: 2/5
Combined side rating front seat: 1/5
Combined side rating rear seat: 5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver: 3/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger: 3/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating: 3/5
Overall side crash rating: 2/5
Rollover rating: 3/5
Side barrier rating: 3/5

Side barrier rating driver: 2/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat: 5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat: 1/5

25.6%

Risk of rollover

Side barrier rating driver: 2/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat: 5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat: 1/5

25.6%

Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic

3 years / 36,000 miles

Corrosion

5 years

Powertrain

5 years / 60,000 miles

Roadside Assistance

5 years / 60,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage

Fords and many non-Ford vehicles up to 10 years old with less than 150,000 miles

Basic

90-Day / 4,000-Mile (whichever comes first) Comprehensive Limited Warranty

Dealer certification

139-point inspection

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By jangrusp from Tucson, AZ

Owns this car

September 16, 2020

This van has been the most cost effective

For it's size, it's incredible for hauling items you may have thought were too big for most vehicles. Also comfortable on long trips with great gas mileage. as well.

Purchased a New car
Used for Commuting
Does recommend this car

Comfort 5.0

Interior 5.0

Performance 5.0

Value 5.0

Exterior 5.0

Reliability 5.0

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By VanLover from Tucson, AZ

Owns this car

September 16, 2020

Entirely Reliable with Multiple Uses.

Hauling all the gear you can imagine for a family trip or camping, or just a great gas saving commuter that seats 5...this is a great all-around low-cost vehicle to own. The high seating position was good for my back, and excellent visibility.

Purchased a New car
Used for Commuting
Does recommend this car

Comfort 4.0

Interior 5.0

Performance 4.0

Value 5.0

Exterior 5.0

Reliability 5.0

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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2012 Ford Transit Connect?

The 2012 Ford Transit Connect is available in 3 trim levels:

XL (3 styles)
XLT (4 styles)
XLT Premium (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2012 Ford Transit Connect?

The 2012 Ford Transit Connect offers up to 21 MPG in city driving and 27 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2012 Ford Transit Connect?

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Is the 2012 Ford Transit Connect reliable?

The 2012 Ford Transit Connect has an average reliability rating of 3.1 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2012 Ford Transit Connect owners.

Is the 2012 Ford Transit Connect a good Cargo Van?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2012 Ford Transit Connect. 51.3% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

3.2 / 5

Based on 39 reviews

Comfort: 3.2
Interior: 3.4
Performance: 2.8
Value: 3.2
Exterior: 3.5
Reliability: 3.1

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