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2018 Transit Connect in Deep Impact Blue with available 16-inch aluminum wheels

Smart from the start.

Choosing the 2018 Transit Connect is a smart move from the get-go. Its compact dimensions, manoeuvrability and big capacities are perfect for the business plan that doesn’t require the size and cost of a full-size cargo van or passenger wagon. Now factor in the intelligent options available like the latest SYNC® 390  connectivity system — and your decision to go with the Transit Connect becomes just that much smarter.
2018 Transit Connect with available Forward and Reverse Sensing Systems

Available Forward and Reverse Sensing Systems10

The available Forward and Reverse Sensing Systems use ultrasonic sensors in the bumpers to audibly alert you to certain objects when you’re moving forward or backing up at a slow speed. The closer you get, the quicker it beeps.10
Shown with optional equipment. Reverse Sensing System is standard on all Passenger Wagons.
2018 Transit Connect with available rear view camera

Available Rear View Camera10

The compact and manoeuvrable Transit Connect is designed to work efficiently in tight places, especially when you’re driving or making deliveries in congested areas. So the available rear view camera10  is a feature you won’t want to be without. When you shift into Reverse, it displays a video image of what’s behind your vehicle in the screen on the centre stack. It also provides guidelines to help you align your vehicle trailer hitch with the trailer’s hitch receiver. The rear view camera is available with select entertainment systems.
Quickclear electric windshield defroster available on the 2018 Transit Connect

Available Electric Windshield Defroster

The available Quickclear™ Electric Windshield Defroster gets you going on the job fast. With the engine running, the press of a button rapidly removes ice, snow, or mist. Thin heating elements embedded between two layers of glass heat up, providing quick defogging/defrosting. And it isn’t just the windshield that is cleared quickly. The washer jets and outside mirrors are also heated.
Ford Telematics powered by Telogis

Ford Telematics™ powered by Telogis® 116

Ford Telematics powered by Telogis®116 is designed specifically for Ford commercial vehicles, providing complete visibility of vehicle operations, to improve productivity and operational savings. Ford Telematics provides maintenance reminders based on the actual condition of the vehicle to lower maintenance costs, reduce downtime and assists in keeping vehicles within their recommended service intervals.

Other benefits:

·     Exclusive diagnostics – Real-time alerts, custom dashboards and reports

·     Driver behaviour – Safety belt use, speeding, hard braking/accelerating and more

Factory-orderable – Cost can be capitalized with vehicle purchase
Learn more at telogis.com/ford.
2018 Transit Connect interior with available technologies

Available SYNC® 390 with Apple CarPlay™111 and Android Auto™110

In addition to the voice-activated benefits of SYNC®6, available SYNC® 390 adds convenience to your driving experience with its 6.5-inch LCD capacitive touchscreen and easy-to-use interface. Discover the system’s quick reactions to your conversational commands and experience the smartphone-like touchscreen with impressive responsiveness. You’ll also find a sleek user-friendly interface to help you connect to and control your compatible smartphone via Apple CarPlay111 or Android Auto110. Locate your favourite places with simple destination entry via optional navigation. SYNC AppLink™93 lets you use your voice to control some of your favourite compatible mobile apps while driving.

 

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Instrumentation panel with available message centre on the 2018 Transit Connect

MyKey®

The available MyKey® lets you configure certain vehicle settings. It’s helpful when loaning your vehicle and is also utilized by fleet managers to set parameters for their drivers. Configurable features include:

·         Speed minders chime set at 72, 88, 104 km/h

·         Radio volume limited to 45 percent

·         Belt-Minder™ set to chime continuously while muting the audio system until the safety belt is buckled

·         Low-fuel warning set sooner (120 km to empty)

MyKey is standard in XLT and Titanium models; included in the Taxi Package.

U.S. Model Shown.
2018 Transit Connect Passenger Wagon in Deep Impact Blue with available 17-inch wheels

Available Remote Start System with Perimeter Alarm

Enjoy the comfort and convenience of a pre-warmed or pre-cooled vehicle. The available Remote Start System has a small, single-button key fob that provides long-range remote start and stop. Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) Interface Kit included. Available with XLT and Titanium models.
Front and side impact Safety Canopy System airbags deployment in the 2018 Transit Connect

Airbags8

All 2018 Transit Connect models are equipped with front- and side-impact airbags8  for the driver and front passenger. And the Safety Canopy® System with side-curtain airbags and rollover sensor helps protect front seat occupants, as well as passenger wagon rear seat outboard occupants. Located in the roof side rail behind the headliner, the side-curtain airbags are designed to stay inflated longer for added protection in a rollover or in multiple side impacts.

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