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Ford Transit Connect I (2006–2013)

4.7/5
Reliability score Good
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Engine reliability summary

Petrol

Engine Score Reports Common issues
2.0 (136 Hp) Automatic (Duratec) No reports 0 No issues reported

Diesel

Engine Score Reports Common issues
1.8 TDCi (110 Hp) (Duratorq / RWPA, RWPB, RWPC, RWPD) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.8 TDCi (110 Hp) DPF (Duratorq / RWPA, RWPB, RWPC, RWPD) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.8 TDCi (75 Hp) (Duratorq / BHPA, P7PA, R2PA) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.8 TDCi (75 Hp) DPF (Duratorq / BHPA, P7PA, R2PA) No reports 0 No issues reported
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1.8 TDCi (90 Hp) (Duratorq / HCPA, P9PA, R3PA) No reports 0 No issues reported
1.8 TDCi (90 Hp) DPF (Duratorq / HCPA, P9PA, R3PA) No reports 0 No issues reported

Electric

Engine Score Reports Common issues
28 kWh (71 Hp) Electric No reports 0 No issues reported

Owner reviews

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Transit v

Bought in 2019 with 358,000 km for hauling junk to work. Sold it this year (2021) due to the bodywork, which rusted at a terrifying rate over two years. The engine was reasonably good despite 90 HP. PS: In total, I drove 64,000 km in those two years.

Pros: Engine still decent despite high mileage
Cons: Rapid body rust over two years, High initial mileage
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Transit vi

One of the few vans offering comfortable travel. Plenty of storage compartments, space, and excellent visibility from the driver's seat. Clutch and dual-mass flywheel replaced at 350,000 km. No breakdowns throughout its use. In its class, I think it's the best choice.

Pros: Comfortable ride for a van, Ample storage and space, Excellent driver visibility, Reliable with no breakdowns
Cons: Clutch and dual-mass flywheel eventually needed replacement
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Transit v: A Beast of Burden

Awesome. Cheap to run. Parts are cheap. Doesn't break down, and if it does, it's usually minor things. It's like a cactus, drinks very little compared to other vans. No problems with the gearbox or suspension either. Only the brakes I had to do often. Drives almost like a car, good weight distribution and has a quiet engine.

Pros: Low running costs, Affordable parts, Reliable, minor issues only, Excellent fuel economy, Car-like handling, Quiet engine
Cons: Frequent brake maintenance

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