Ford Transit 2006-2014 used car review

The Ford Transit is a practical cargo van that is reasonable to drive. There are some issues to check for when you shop.

Richard Edwards
Richard Edwards
Expert Reviewer | Auto Media Group
Exterior , 3.5 out of 5 Drive , 3.5 out of 5 Safety , 3 out of 5 Value , 4 out of 5 Interior , 3.5 out of 5

Overall score , 3.5 out of 5

The good
  • Huge volume and load capacity
  • Surprising grip and handling
  • Useful storage touches for tradespeople and couriers
The not-so-good
  • A lot of noise and vibration from the engine and road
  • Faults can be expensive

Inside and out

On the road

Safety

Reliability

Cost of ownership

Buyers’ guide

Variants

Timeline

Details

Review vehicle

2012 Ford Transit T350

Price

$19,000 to $45,000 for models which have travelled 70,000 to 120,000km

Engine

2.4-litre five-cylinder turbocharged, 114kW/385Nm (claimed)

Transmission

Six-speed manual, rear-wheel drive

Safety rating

Three-star ANCAP rating

Servicing

30,000km

Spare wheel

Full size wheel

Fuel economy

7.9-litres per 100km (claimed)

Fuel type

Diesel

Length

6403mm

Width

1974mm

Height

2622mm

Towing capacity

750kg (unbraked), 2800kg (braked)

Turning circle

13.3m

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