Crash Test Rating
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MPG (up to)
22 City / 25 HWY
Horsepower
136
Seats
4 -5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Chris G
Great car mostly minor issues
The vehicle has great gas mileage, however... There are some major flaws 1) the vehicle computer shortened out when the gas tank overfilled 1 time. 2) the molding on the sides of the seats will break if heavier people sit in the front seats, the interior trim plastic seems to break easily with Florida heat example the side seat adjustment handles the plastic all broke off, the sliding door rubber which I assume is for anti-vibration purposes all broke within 3 years. The sliding door rollers seem to be made of graphite and all 4 rollers have broken. The yellow plastic door locking trigger broke off way to easily, if you have cargo in the car on both the back and the sides and it blocks the latches, the doors will not open even with keyless entry have to climb in and shift things around. Fuel economy is great I get about 350 miles to the tank which is around 11.5 gallons I think... Even when gas prices are high I never pay more than $35 to fill it up... When gas is around $2 a gallon it's more like $28 for a full fill up. It's easy to maintain, if you do regular oil changes and filter changes everything lasts. I've changed tires 3 times in 10 years. No majors repairs. Florida sun is Harsh on Batteries they last about 3 years instead of 5, so 3 battery changes.
accountCircle Mary Catherine H
Ford transit connect - it's not just for business or commercial use - it makes a good family car.
It is a surprisingly comfortable vehicle. It is easy to see while driving in traffic as the driver's seat is elevated. I love the a/c which works quickly and well..the only complaint I can think of off hand is the ride is a little stiff or firm, the suspension system could use a little improvement.
accountCircle joseph w
Very solid van if you don't need a bunch of room to hall large items
I bought this vehicle because I like the gas mileage compared to other similar vehicles, also the front wheel drive makes me feel more comfortable in the winter time. Complaint would be it's awfully expensive to work on. Alternator took my mechanic 7 hours to install a new one, but overall a solid van.
accountCircle Julian G
Transit connect gas saver.
Car is a real gas saver and depending on what you use it for space can sometimes be a problem, although the height of the vehicle is phenomenal and you probably will not be able to pull much with the size motor, besides it get about 23 mpg so who cares.
accountCircle Jim M
Great cargo space, gas mileage and overall functionality.
My transit connect is great for my vending business. It is great on gas, tons of cargo space and an all around great vehicle. Only issue is there is not much power, but drives great. The overall size of the vehicle is very good for large items. As long as you do the required maintenance there really has been no major issues with the vehicle. It is not the most comfortable but it does what it needs to do.
accountCircle Joe C
Handy little van, big enough to pick up and move most things.
A little bit underpowered, and no powered locks or windows, not so easy to clean out the cargo area, and in hot wealth it is like an oven.
accountCircle Michael A
Ford In-Transit worth the money
It is a pretty nice compact vehicle. Gets really good mileage for the gas. Its goes pretty fast and has really good storage and its roomy
accountCircle Armin S
Car can survive thick and thin.
It is comfortable, and has stayed up in good condition. However, it gets a little breezy sometimes, especially in the winter. It also gets very hot inside during the summer, and the ac is not very good at cooling. But, the driving is smooth, and the car looks pretty decent for being used for more than 10 years. Other than that, great car!

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Genevieve Léonard
Cheap construction and lot of rust
I had to remake the bottom ailes, since they were all rusty (there where holes in it). Every Transit I have seen in Québec are very much that rusty. Then, the mirror broke suddently with no previous accident that could have cause this to happen, also the paint on the roof simply come off with no reason, some rubber part around the door went off as well, I had to glue it. But the very last event has been the power train control module (the car computer) has stopped working. My car has only 120K km.
accountCircle Daniel P
Tons of room and works well for a handicap needs family.
Good van for space and has a mobility ramp in it for wheelchair. At 90,000 miles and had to replace brakes three times already. Common problem with this model. Also only averages about 20 mpg. Beyond the brake repairs and poor mileage, the vehicle has been fairly reliable.
accountCircle Armin S
Car can survive thick and thin.
It is comfortable, and has stayed up in good condition. However, it gets a little breezy sometimes, especially in the winter. It also gets very hot inside during the summer, and the ac is not very good at cooling. But, the driving is smooth, and the car looks pretty decent for being used for more than 10 years. Other than that, great car!
accountCircle Lin W
It is fine I guess. Not great.
It is a decent vehicle for what it is. Not super sturdy, but ok for hauling around work stuff. The ac stops working occasionally, and the gas gauge has stopped working, but I guess this van is over 10 years old and still going. I do not love that there are no flip down mirrors.

Ford Transit Connect Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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XL Wagon
136 HP 23 MPG 4 Seats
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XL
136 HP 23 MPG 4 Seats
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XLT Wagon
136 HP 23 MPG 5 Seats
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XLT
136 HP 23 MPG 5 Seats
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2010 Ford Transit Connect Owner Reviews

3.64
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5 stars 18%
4 stars 45%
3 stars 18%
2 stars 18%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Armin S on May 7, 2021
Car can survive thick and thin.
It is comfortable, and has stayed up in good condition. However, it gets a little breezy sometimes, especially in the winter. It also gets very hot inside during the summer, and the ac is not very good at cooling. But, the driving is smooth, and the car looks pretty decent for being used for more than 10 years. Other than that, great car!
accountCircle joseph w on March 26, 2021
Very solid van if you don't need a bunch of room to hall large items
I bought this vehicle because I like the gas mileage compared to other similar vehicles, also the front wheel drive makes me feel more comfortable in the winter time. Complaint would be it's awfully expensive to work on. Alternator took my mechanic 7 hours to install a new one, but overall a solid van.

Pros from Owners

likeFilled Angie S.

It has great AC and the volume for the speakers is loud. And the seats are very comfortable. The car itself is great and I love to drive it just to drive it. The backseat is the best for my kids. It is very spacious and comfortable for them. I always keep it clean and tidy.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Angie S.

The cons of my vehicle is that the gas goes down very quickly. You always have to refill every week. There is not much compartments to put your personal belongings into so that is an issue for me because I have a lot of things for my car.

Ranks #2 Fullsize Vans by Owners

The 2010 Ford Transit Connect has an average owner rating of 3.64 out of 5 which ranks it #2 of 3 other Fullsize Vans.

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3.67
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3.64
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3.57

Ranks #1 Fullsize Vans by Fuel Economy

The 2010 Ford Transit Connect has a combined MPG of 25 which ranks it #1 of 3 other Fullsize Vans.

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25 MPG
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Tie
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17 MPG
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17 MPG

Is The 2010 Ford Transit Connect A Good Car?

Yes but after a while the coolant malfunctioned on my last 2 transits. I like the space and how they ride. Also mpg.
William B.

How Reliable Is The 2010 Ford Transit Connect?

Yes, but it overheats here and there. The axle broke, but I did get the car with a salvage title. It advertises my business and is good on gas.
William B.

Is The 2010 Ford Transit Connect A Good Value?

10000 dollars. It is a good value because of the amount of miles I put on it. Also, it holds a ladder and keeps all my sales material nice and dry in bad weather.
William B.

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What's the 2010 Ford Transit Connect oil capacity?

Answer: The 2010 Ford Transit has an oil capacity of 4.5 quarts. Using Motorcraft Premium Synthetic Blend or Full Synthetic motor oil is preferred with a viscosity rating of SAE 5W-20. You should inspect the oil level...

What's the 2010 Ford Transit Connect coolant type?

Answer: The 2010 Ford Transit Connect uses zereX1 gallon yellow 50/50 coolant or antifreeze in its reservoir. BeinG50/50 means that the mixture comes pre-diluted. The blend is half water, and half coolant. This will...

What are some of the 2010 Ford Transit Connect transmission problems?

Answer: The 2010 Ford Transit Connect transmission problems are noisy transmission and hard shifts. The transmission is one of the most important parts of the vehicle. You will come into problems at some point. You may...

What are some of the 2010 Ford Transit Connect door lock problems?

Answer: Depending on the issue You're getting, there are a few things that could go wrong with the 2010 Ford Transit Connect's door locking mechanism; most likely, You'll be seeing an electrical failure, either in one...

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