2020 Ford Transit Connect
US · Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD
The 2020 Ford Transit Connect is listed in the US market. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 2.5L 4-cylinder, 2.0L 4-cylinder (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder (SIDI; FFV)
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Fuel
- Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Flex fuel
- Economy
- 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 2.5L 4-cylinder, 2.0L 4-cylinder (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder (SIDI; FFV) | |
| Displacement | 2.0 L to 2.5 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Fuel type | Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Flex fuel | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| Gears | 6 to 8 | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
7 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
- Transit Connect USPS · 2.5L · FWD · 6-speed automatic
- Transit Connect Van 2WD · 2.0L · FWD · 8-speed automatic
- Transit Connect Van 2WD · 2.5L · FWD · 6-speed automatic
- Transit Connect Van FFV · 2.0L · FWD · 8-speed automatic · FFV
- Transit Connect Wagon LWB FFV · 2.0L · FWD · 8-speed automatic · FFV
- Transit Connect Wagon LWB FWD · 2.0L · FWD · 8-speed automatic
- Transit Connect Wagon LWB FWD · 2.5L · FWD · 6-speed automatic
Recalls
NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 8, 2026.
25V442000: BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera…
Remedy: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.
Reported June 27, 2025. View on NHTSA
25V196000: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Transit Connect vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 20V-636. The powertrain control module (PCM) software has fail-safe temperature threshold values higher than intended for the engine. This may delay engine cooling and result in engine overheating.
Remedy: Dealers will update the powertrain control module (PCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 21, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S32.
Reported March 28, 2025. View on NHTSA
22V413000: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2019 Escape, 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2016 Fusion, 2013-2021 Transit Connect, and 2015-2018 Edge vehicles. The bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the transmission may degrade or detach.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the under hood shift bushing and add a protective cap over the shift cable bushing, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters, informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed July 1, 2022. Remedy parts are…
Reported June 10, 2022. View on NHTSA
22V192000: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016 and 2020 Transit Connect vehicles. The front windshield may have been manufactured with inadequate adhesion to the vehicle body structure.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the windshield and, if necessary, remove and reinstall the windshield, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 11, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's…
Reported March 25, 2022. View on NHTSA
21V376000: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2021 Transit Connect vehicles equipped with 2.5L engines. The bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the transmission may degrade or detach.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the underhood shifter cable bushing, and add a protective cap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 29, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for…
Reported May 24, 2021. View on NHTSA
20V791000: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 EcoSport and 2019-2020 Transit Connect vehicles. Depending on the model, either the driver side or passenger side frontal air bag modules are missing the first-stage booster propellant and sleeve. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected air bag module on either the driver or passenger side, free of charge. This recall began February 18, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.…
Reported December 17, 2020. View on NHTSA
20V636000: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Transit Connect vehicles equipped with 2.5L engines. The powertrain control module (PCM) software has fail-safe temperature threshold values higher than intended for the engine. This may delay the fail-safe cooling strategy in the event of coolant loss and result in engine overheating.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the PCM software, free of charge. The recall began November 10, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S60.
Reported October 15, 2020. View on NHTSA
20V550000: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Edge, Transit Connect and Lincoln MKX and 2020 Escape and Lincoln Corsair vehicles. The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing or loose bolts.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the start/stop accumulator, free of charge. The recall began September 23, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S49.
Reported September 10, 2020. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 4, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 12, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 4, 2026
Data verified: November 4, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
Related vehicles
- 2019 Ford Transit Connect
Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Flex fuel
Varies by configuration: 2.5L 4-cylinder, 2.0L 4-cylinder (SIDI; FFV), 2.0L 4-cylinder (SIDI) · FWD
26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) - 2021 Ford Transit Connect
Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Flex fuel
Varies by configuration: 2.5L 4-cylinder, 2.0L 4-cylinder (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder (SIDI; FFV) · FWD
26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2020 Ford Transit Connect have?
Varies by configuration: 2.5L 4-cylinder, 2.0L 4-cylinder (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder (SIDI; FFV). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2020 Ford Transit Connect?
Combined fuel economy is 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2020 Ford Transit Connect front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: FWD.
Are there recalls for the 2020 Ford Transit Connect?
NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 8, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.