2021 Ford Transit Passenger Reviews, Pricing & Specs
Overview
The Ford Transit Passenger is a full-size van designed to carry large numbers of passengers, similar to versions of the Chevrolet Express,...
The Ford Transit Passenger is a full-size van designed to carry large numbers of passengers, similar to versions of the Chevrolet Express, Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, and Nissan NV. It gets light updates for the 2021 model year.
Ford offers the Transit Passenger with maximum seating for five, 10, 12, or 15 passengers, depending upon configuration. Those configurations include Low Roof, Medium Roof, and High Roof variants, in Regular, Long, and Extended wheelbases. No matter which one you choose, you’ll get a sliding side door and 50/50 split-hinged rear doors.
The standard engine is a 3.5-liter V6 with 275 horsepower and 262 pound-feet of torque. You can specify a more potent twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter V6 with 310 hp and 400 lb-ft. Both engines come paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission, and while rear-wheel drive (RWD) is standard, while all-wheel drive (AWD) is available. The gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) maxes out at 10,360 pounds.
The Transit Passenger comes in XL and XLT grades. The base XL trim includes 16-inch steel wheels with black hubcaps, 12-volt power points, a cloth headliner, roof marker lights, tinted glass, a rear window, air conditioning, automatic high-beams, an AM/FM radio, a 4-inch multimedia LCD screen, and a new power parking brake. The XLT gets exterior upgrades, keyless entry, power windows and locks, and additional safety equipment. Features like an 8-inch infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, a hinged passenger-side door, an alarm, running boards, a rear-window deflector, and privacy glass are extra-cost options. New for 2021 is a Livery Package, bundling premium options like leather upholstery, 10-way power seats, a power sliding side door, privacy glass, and 16-inch silver wheels.
Standard safety features on all Transit Passengers include forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, post-collision braking, lane-keeping assist, and automatic high-beams. The XLT trim adds Ford CoPilot 360, which consists of blind-spot monitoring with trailer coverage and cross-traffic alert, reversing sensors, adaptive cruise control, afront and rear split-view camera, and an active parking assistant.
The Transit Passenger keeps its status as one of the most cost-effective ways to transport large groups.
What owners say
We previously owned a 2016 Ford Transit XLT 15 passenger van and I miss some of the features from the XLT model. Namely, the arm rests on the seats. Only the drivers side has an arm rest, and we also miss the extra space in front of the cup holders between the dash (where plugs for chargers are located). There isn’t enough space to pick up your drink without disrupting the chargers. It also does not have the sensors that beep when backing up although the back up camera is nice. We are enjoying the blue tooth feature that connects our phone to the car. We also like the rubber floor as opposed to the carpet we had in our previous van. I also like the steering wheel features (cruise control, volume control, display changing controls, Bluetooth & phone controls).
June 19, 2024We bought 15 passenger Medium roof Transit. 2021 model AWD great for the snow and mountains. Rear camera, dual ac, great for big families and vacation trips.
February 6, 2023Okay value, Needs Sync 3 or 4 , Adaptive cruise
April 20, 2024Trims & specs
Base MSRP $65,780 | Seating 15 |
Engine N/A | Cargo Capacity 100.5 cu ft |
Combined MPG N/A | Drivetrain N/A |
Base MSRP $53,850 | Seating 10 |
Engine 3.5L 275 hp V6 Flex Fuel Vehicle | Cargo Capacity 39.1 cu ft |
Combined MPG 16 | Drivetrain AWD |
Base MSRP $68,165 | Seating 15 |
Engine N/A | Cargo Capacity 93.9 cu ft |
Combined MPG N/A | Drivetrain N/A |
Base MSRP $54,970 | Seating 10 |
Engine 3.5L 275 hp V6 Flex Fuel Vehicle | Cargo Capacity 51.8 cu ft |
Combined MPG 16 | Drivetrain AWD |
Base MSRP $51,345 | Seating 10 |
Engine 3.5L 275 hp V6 Flex Fuel Vehicle | Cargo Capacity 39.1 cu ft |
Combined MPG 16 | Drivetrain AWD |
Base MSRP $62,665 | Seating 15 |
Engine N/A | Cargo Capacity 70.1 cu ft |
Combined MPG N/A | Drivetrain N/A |
Base MSRP $52,470 | Seating 10 |
Engine 3.5L 275 hp V6 Flex Fuel Vehicle | Cargo Capacity 51.8 cu ft |
Combined MPG 16 | Drivetrain AWD |
Base MSRP $63,965 | Seating 15 |
Engine N/A | Cargo Capacity 93.9 cu ft |
Combined MPG N/A | Drivetrain N/A |
Base MSRP $65,180 | Seating 15 |
Engine N/A | Cargo Capacity 93.9 cu ft |
Combined MPG N/A | Drivetrain N/A |
Base MSRP $64,965 | Seating 15 |
Engine N/A | Cargo Capacity 107.0 cu ft |
Combined MPG N/A | Drivetrain N/A |
Base MSRP $59,680 | Seating 15 |
Engine N/A | Cargo Capacity 70.1 cu ft |
Combined MPG N/A | Drivetrain N/A |
Base MSRP $69,165 | Seating 15 |
Engine N/A | Cargo Capacity 107.0 cu ft |
Combined MPG N/A | Drivetrain N/A |
Base MSRP $60,980 | Seating 15 |
Engine N/A | Cargo Capacity 93.9 cu ft |
Combined MPG N/A | Drivetrain N/A |
Base MSRP $66,865 | Seating 15 |
Engine N/A | Cargo Capacity 70.1 cu ft |
Combined MPG N/A | Drivetrain N/A |
Base MSRP $68,765 | Seating 15 |
Engine N/A | Cargo Capacity 100.5 cu ft |
Combined MPG N/A | Drivetrain N/A |
Base MSRP $66,180 | Seating 15 |
Engine N/A | Cargo Capacity 107.0 cu ft |
Combined MPG N/A | Drivetrain N/A |
Base MSRP $61,980 | Seating 15 |
Engine N/A | Cargo Capacity 107.0 cu ft |
Combined MPG N/A | Drivetrain N/A |
Base MSRP $63,880 | Seating 15 |
Engine N/A | Cargo Capacity 70.1 cu ft |
Combined MPG N/A | Drivetrain N/A |
Base MSRP $49,155 | Seating 10 |
Engine 3.5L 275 hp V6 Flex Fuel Vehicle | Cargo Capacity 39.1 cu ft |
Combined MPG 17 | Drivetrain RWD |
Base MSRP $50,280 | Seating 10 |
Engine 3.5L 275 hp V6 Flex Fuel Vehicle | Cargo Capacity 51.8 cu ft |
Combined MPG 17 | Drivetrain RWD |
Base MSRP $46,645 | Seating 10 |
Engine 3.5L 275 hp V6 Flex Fuel Vehicle | Cargo Capacity 39.1 cu ft |
Combined MPG 17 | Drivetrain RWD |
Base MSRP $47,775 | Seating 10 |
Engine 3.5L 275 hp V6 Flex Fuel Vehicle | Cargo Capacity 51.8 cu ft |
Combined MPG 17 | Drivetrain RWD |
Pricing trends
MSRP range
$41,945 - $51,380
Current avg. market price
$28,574
Trending down by 2.4% this month
May 2026 - November 2026
