2018 Ford Transit Connect XL

The Transit Connect is Ford's compact van, the smallest of its commercial vans and a common choice for delivery fleets and small businesses. It drives more like a car than a truck, with light steering and a tidy turning radius that makes city work easy. Inside, the cabin is basic but functional, with hard plastics and a straightforward layout that prioritizes durability over luxury. The sliding rear doors and low load floor make it easy to load cargo, and the tall roof option adds serious space for tall items. The XL is the base Transit Connect, sitting below the XLT and Titanium trims with fewer convenience features but the lowest starting price. Its 2.5L I4 makes 169 horsepower and pairs with a six-speed automatic and front-wheel drive, returning 23 mpg combined in mixed driving. The XL comes with steel wheels and a vinyl floor, so expect a work-ready interior that's easy to hose out after a messy job.