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ON THE MOVE
FORD TRANSIT CONNECT
Versatile and built for business
The Ford Transit Connect has proved successful with businesses and it is now even
more capable than ever, thanks to a new 1.5-litre TDCi engine and better power output.
AS A WINNER of International Van compact vehicle that offers a robust, roll-out of this engine across the Easy access to the load compartment
of the Year, the Ford Transit Connect practical and cost-effective solution model range as a replacement for the is via side-hinged rear doors and a
is an extremely capable and practical for their day-to-day operations. outgoing 1.6 TDCi, with commensurate kerbside sliding door.
panel van designed to suit the needs The introduction of the new- benefits in terms of performance, fuel
of business owners that require a
generation 1.5 TDCi continues the
consumption and running costs.
Matching improved efficiency with
Ambiente specification is very
comprehensive. On the safety front
output of the new turbocharged it comes equipped with ABS and disc
direct injection 1.5 TDCi diesel brakes all round, along with Electronic
engine climbs from 85 to 88kW, Stability Programme (ESP) which
while the maximum torque is an includes Hill Launch Assist, Load
impressive 270Nm. Combined with Adaptive Control, Emergency Brake
a six-speed manual transmission, it Assist, Emergency Brake Warning and
ensures outstanding load-lugging Roll-Over Mitigation. A driver’s airbag
capability matched to budget- is standard, with a passenger airbag
friendly improvements in fuel available as an option.
Adding to the Transit Connect’s
The Ford Transit Connect 1.5 TDCi
LWB Ambiente Van 6-speed manual
segment-defining versatility, the carries a recommended retail price
standard full-width steel bulkhead of R323 900, including VAT and
separating the load compartment emissions tax.
from the cabin can now be ordered
All Transit Connect models are
with a load-through hatch and sold with Ford Protect, which
window coupled with a dual provides a holistic suite of
passenger seat, available as a maintenance, warranty and roadside
no-cost option, in place of the assistance products. This includes a
single bench-type seat. four-year/120 000km comprehensive
Available only in long-wheelbase
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greater performance, the power
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The list of standard features
warranty, four-year/60 000km
(LWB) configuration, the Transit service plan, three-year unlimited
Connect Van boasts a payload distance Roadside Assistance, and
of 1 000kg and a cargo volume a five-year unlimited km corrosion
of 3.6m 3 , with six tie-down points warranty. Service intervals are set
provided to safely secure loads. at 15 000km.
// THE TRANSIT CONNECT VAN BOASTS A
PAYLOAD OF 1 000kg AND A CARGO VOLUME
OF 3.6M 3 , WITH SIX TIE-DOWN POINTS
PROVIDED TO SAFELY SECURE LOADS //