Ford Transit Connect Mk1
The purpose-built compact van that redefined durability for small businesses.
- Power
- 90 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 14.5 s
- Top speed
- 98 mph
- Est. value
- $2k–$6k
About the Ford Transit Connect Mk1
The first-generation Ford Transit Connect was a clean-sheet design developed by Ford of Europe to replace the smaller Escort and Fiesta-based vans. Unlike its predecessors, it was built on a dedicated commercial vehicle platform using components from the Focus, resulting in car-like handling and class-leading rigidity. The 1.8-litre TDCi engine provided a balance of fuel efficiency and torque, making it a staple for urban deliveries. Its high-roof design and side-loading doors offered practicality that set a new benchmark for the compact LCV segment.
Ford Transit Connect Mk1 specs
The Ford Transit Connect Mk1 produces 90 bhp (67 kW) and 220 Nm (162 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 14.5 seconds and has a top speed of 98 mph (158 km/h).
| Make | Ford |
|---|---|
| Model | Transit Connect |
| Generation | Mk1 |
| Trim | 1.8 TDCi |
| Years | 2002–2013 |
| Type | Van |
| Body style | Van |
| Country | United States |
| Engine | 1.8-litre turbocharged inline-4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,753 cc (1.8 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 90 bhp (67 kW) at 4,000 rpm |
| Torque | 220 Nm (162 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 4,500 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 14.5 s |
| Top speed | 98 mph (158 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,428 kg (3,148 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 63 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Ford Transit Connect Mk1 worth?
A typical Ford Transit Connect Mk1 is estimated to be worth $1,500 – $5,500 (about £1,100 – £4,100).
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Ford Transit Connect Mk1 rarity in CarSpot
The Ford Transit Connect Mk1 is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 0 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Ford Transit Connect Mk1 fun facts
- The Transit Connect was named International Van of the Year in 2003, shortly after its European launch.
- To avoid the 'Chicken Tax' in the US, Ford imported these vans with rear seats and windows, then removed them at the port to re-classify them as passenger vehicles.
- The Mk1 Transit Connect was manufactured at the Ford Otosan plant in Kocaeli, Turkey, and later in Craiova, Romania.
