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New Connect Detailed Technical SpecificationsWith
Transit Connect, Ford aims to set new class standards in a number of key areas
including:
Class leading durability ·
Extensive use of high-strength steel and heavy duty components ·
Polycarbonate headlamp/tail lamp lenses for increased durability ·
Body swage lines for added stiffening ·
Exterior panels have high grade steel for resistance to denting · High strength extends useful vehicle life The
selection of 1.8 litre engines gives customers a choice of three British-built
modern power units of varying performance to suit most requirements. Advanced
combustion and catalytic converter technology is common to all engines, as well
as lightweight and low internal friction.
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Improved engine response ·
Clean, fuel efficient engines ·
Engineered for maximum reliability ·
Engines to suit a wide range of requirements Duratorq
1.8 TDdi Built
at Ford's UK Dagenham plant, the 75PS/55kW Duratorq TDdi unit has been designed
to minimise engine weight, and special attention has been paid to minimising
noise, vibration and harshness (NVH), both within the engine itself and its
transmission to the body and cab area. Maximum torque is 175 Nm@1800rpm. The
engine already exceeds all existing European emissions level requirements. Duratorq
1.8 TDCi Also
built at Dagenham is the new Duratorq 1.8-litre TDCi (90PS/66kW) engine
incorporates the latest diesel technology, DOHC
1.8 Duratec Built
at Ford's Bridgend plant in Wales, the 115PS/86kW Duratec petrol engine uses a
cast iron block and a twin camshaft-equipped aluminium head. The 1.8-litre
petrol engine boasts an extremely flat torque curve throughout its rev range
thanks to the latest developments in 16-valve gas dynamics.
Over 80 per cent of the maximum 160 Nm @ 4400 rpm torque is produced from
idling speed to well beyond the torque peak at 4400rpm.
All
engines are mated with the MTX75 five-speed transmission providing a high torque
capacity and low internal friction to prolong transmission life. It features a
low-effort gear shifter and gears run on needle
roller bearings to reduce friction and reduce maintenance.
Payload SWB models have two gross payload levels of 625kg with all engines. A 825kg option is available on both diesel versions. LWB petrol models have a 700kg gross payload and diesel models offer 825kg and 900kg payload with 75PS and 90PS engines respectively. Load
box Crucially
for any business, Transit Connect provides a large, useable load space area,
greater than any competitor. For the customer, this manifests itself in the
width between wheel arches, the ability to load two euro pallets (SWB) and 8x4
boards (LWB) and a flexible load restraint system to name a few. It is also
100mm wider at the roof height than any competitor. Key
Dimensions
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with passenger seat folded. Competitor
manufacturer information is unverified brochure data.
*
with passenger seat folded
Competitor
manufacturer information is unverified brochure data.
Transit
Connect can be fitted with a wide variety of bulkheads behind the seats. A
ladder bulkhead is standard for all models. People
in business, particularly sole operators for example, need a vehicle that can
adapt to meet their ever-changing ergonomic needs. Transit Connect is designed
to offer load space functionality, load space versatility and ultimate space
utilisation. It combines innovation, comfort and roominess to make it a more
pleasurable vehicle to drive and own.
The
driver’s seat is six-way adjustable. It
has rake, front/rear and height adjustment, while the passenger seat can be
specified as a folding seat that integrates into the passenger load floor to
give a flat, extended load platform, or alternatively with four-way adjustment
for rake, and front/rear movement with stowage underneath. Lumbar support and a
foldable and removable armrest can be specified on the driver’s seat. Two
durable trim levels are available, including cloth and vinyl upholstery. Interior
stowage
Interior
stowage space is plentiful and class-leading. This creates a neat and tidy
appearance and prevents items from scattering while driving. The centre console
features a coin tray, a pen/pencil holder, a large indented section for
additional loose items and a cup holder designed to accommodate most drink
container sizes or two standard drink cans. A glove box is provided of A4
size for notebooks or maps. It also
features a hook on the front to hold a ‘take-away’ meal or to hold carrier
bags upright and securely. The front passenger four-way seat features a storage
area under the seat, which can hold up to 4.5 kg – ideal for stowing a laptop
computer out of sight! Map pockets can be found in the backrest of the
driver’s and co-driver's seats. The
front doors feature compartmentalised door bins to take drink bottles or to keep
the cabin tidy, while rear door stowage nets are fitted within the doors. Additionally,
a full-width overhead stowage shelf above the windscreen is standard on the long
wheelbase model (optional on short wheelbase). Coat hooks and a stowage strap
for small items, such as tickets, is incorporated into each sun visor as
standard on all models. Doors
The
driver and passenger doors have large door apertures, designed for ease of
entry/exit. This attribute, in
conjunction with the optimised seat height, is particularly attractive for
couriers and delivery fleets where the operator enters and leaves the vehicle
many times a day. Transit
Connect is available with single or dual sliding side doors on both SWB and LWB
models. The rigid, partially
double-skinned doors have been designed to prevent flexing, reduce noise,
vibration and harshness, and allow for good quality closing.
The reinforced side track and roller mechanisms are built into the side
of the vehicle in a smooth, integrated design. Rear
doors, either glazed or unglazed, are fitted with reinforced hinges and can be
secured at 90, 172 or even at 250 degrees.
Thoughtfully, twin roof mounted lights are fitted in the cargo area to
illuminate the load space, while the optional tailgate on short wheelbase can be
specified glazed or unglazed to aid security. Security Security
of the vehicle and its contents is paramount to businesses that rely on their
work vehicle for their livelihood. Transit Connect will be among the leaders in
security worldwide. It will either meet or exceed two minutes to break into the
vehicle ·
Boasts pioneering lock-in-latch system of Transit ·
Shielded wiring protected from attack ·
Key
operated bonnet lock ·
Double locking system for additional security ·
Visible VIN theft deterrent ·
Passive
Anti-Theft System (PATS) engine immobiliser is completely integrated. ·
Remote
locking is standard on all models and operates in the same way as on the Ford
Transit. Transit
Connect meets fully the insurance categories for vehicle security established by
Thatcham (UK). Safety From
the foundation of its strengthened and reinforced platform, to its comprehensive
list of safety features, Transit Connect has been designed
to offer outstanding vehicle and occupant safety.
Structural strength is achieved through the use of heavy gauge thicker
metals and extensive inclusion of ultra-high-strength and high-strength steels
and additional reinforcements. Transit
Connect is available with a full airbag system. A driver’s dual-stage airbag
is fitted as standard and there are optional front passenger and side airbags
(side airbags are not available with the fold-flat seat). Anti-lock brakes (ABS)
with Traction Assist (TA) and rear disc brakes are options available on all
models. Driving dynamics In
keeping with Ford's commitment to driving quality, both front and rear
suspension systems have been designed and engineered
to provide class-leading levels of durability, reliability, ride and handling
characteristics. This approach enhances driver control to provide high standards
of active safety. Front
MacPherson struts feature gas-pressurised shock absorbers for longer service
life, increased durability and good ride The
rear suspension features multi-leaf springs with anti-roll bar as standard, to
give the correct travel and vehicle height, For
vehicles that regularly carry a full payload an optional rear suspension
attitude/ride height pack has been developed. Both
front and rear anti-roll bars are fitted to all Transit Connect models to reduce
body roll in cornering and further improve ride. Accurate
and responsive rack and pinion, power-assisted steering is fitted as standard on
all models. The system requires little effort for ease of use, which is designed
to respond immediately to input, feels smooth in operation and sends clear
signals to the driver's hands. Additionally, the
steering column is adjustable for both rake and reach.
None of the competitor vehicles offer the range of adjustment on the
driver's seat and steering wheel that is standard on Transit Connect.
At
the front, 278mm x 24mm ventilated front discs and large pads are designed to
cope with heavy use and keep operating temperatures
to a minimum. At the rear, 228mm x
55mm drums are fitted. The system
is designed to meet all current and planned regulatory brake tests and exceeds
all EU braking requirements. A
combined Anti-Lock Brake and Traction Assist (ABS/TA) system can be specified as
an option on all models. TA shares
the ABS wheel sensors but acts to reduce wheel spin during acceleration from
rest on steep slopes or on slippery roads. Transit Connect is fitted as standard with five-stud 15x6 inch wheels. The stamped steel wheel is available with a centre cap on base models or partial wheel cover on LX models. The five-stud wheels provide a far greater load-carrying capacity than the more commonly used four-stud wheels and therefore are a more durable choice for light and medium commercial vehicles. Unique, optional, light-alloy five-spoke wheels and locking wheel nuts can also be specified. Cost
of ownership Transit
Connect has been thoroughly and thoughtfully engineered to be immensely durable,
easy to repair, to follow straightforward servicing procedures at extended
service intervals, to provide competitive fuel economy, low insurance ratings
and low running costs for owners and operators.
Service intervals under normal operating conditions on diesel engines are
at 15,000 miles, and on petrol engines at 12,000 miles.
Ford offers a three years/100, 000 miles manufacturer warranty, a 10-year anti-perforation guarantee and three years breakdown cover on all Transit Connect models. Back
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