Ford Transit Connect Vehicle Class & EPA Size Category
The EPA classifies the 2023 Ford Transit Connect as a Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD, a rating based on body style and interior volume.
Latest model year (2023):
The Ford Transit Connect is classified by the EPA as a Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD.
Ford Transit Connect Vehicle Class — All Years
| Year | Trim | Vehicle Class | Drive | Fuel Type | MPG Comb. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 25 |
| 2023 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 26 |
| 2022 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 22 |
| 2022 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 22 |
| 2022 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 22 |
| 2022 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 26 |
| 2022 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 25 |
| 2022 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 25 |
| 2022 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 26 |
| 2021 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 22 |
| 2021 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 22 |
| 2021 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 22 |
| 2021 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 25 |
| 2021 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 26 |
| 2021 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 26 |
| 2021 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 25 |
| 2020 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 22 |
| 2020 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 22 |
| 2020 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 22 |
| 2020 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 26 |
| 2020 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 25 |
| 2020 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 25 |
| 2020 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 26 |
| 2019 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 22 |
| 2019 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 22 |
| 2019 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 22 |
| 2019 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 25 |
| 2019 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 26 |
| 2019 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 26 |
| 2019 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 25 |
| 2018 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 23 |
| 2018 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 22 |
| 2018 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 22 |
| 2018 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 23 |
| 2018 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 22 |
| 2018 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 22 |
| 2017 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 22 |
| 2017 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 23 |
| 2017 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 22 |
| 2017 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 22 |
| 2017 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 23 |
| 2017 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 22 |
| 2016 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 25 |
| 2016 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 24 |
| 2016 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 22 |
| 2016 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 23 |
| 2016 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 22 |
| 2016 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 23 |
| 2016 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 22 |
| 2016 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 22 |
| 2015 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 25 |
| 2015 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 25 |
| 2015 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 23 |
| 2015 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 24 |
| 2015 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 23 |
Data sourced from fueleconomy.gov (U.S. Department of Energy). MPG figures are EPA-tested. Fuel costs are estimates based on average fuel prices and 15,000 miles/year.
Ford Transit Connect Vehicle Class FAQ
What class of vehicle is the Ford Transit Connect?
The EPA classifies the Ford Transit Connect as a Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD. This classification is based on interior volume and body style and affects how its fuel economy is compared with other vehicles.
Is the Ford Transit Connect considered a small or large vehicle?
Based on its EPA class (Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD), the Ford Transit Connect is grouped with vehicles of similar size and interior volume. The class can change between model years when the body is redesigned.