2017 Ford Transit Connect XL

The Transit Connect is Ford's compact cargo van, the one you'd pick over a full-size van if you're running errands in town. It drives more like a car than a truck, with light steering and a tight turning radius that make parking in tight spots easy. Inside, the cabin is functional and straightforward, with plenty of headroom and a tall seating position that gives you a good view of the road. The rear cargo area is square and low, so loading boxes is easy, and the sliding side doors make curb-side access a breeze. The XL is the work-ready base van, skipping the XLT's extra trim and the Titanium's luxury touches to keep the price down. Its 2.5L I4 makes 169 horsepower and pairs with a six-speed automatic, which is enough for city deliveries but won't win any races on the highway. With 128.6 cubic feet of cargo space and a flat load floor, you can slide in full sheets of plywood or stack boxes to the roof without a second thought.