2024 Ford Transit: Perfectly Customizable for Work
Business owners and fleet managers continue to choose the 2024 Ford Transit for work purposes just like they chose previous iterations of the full-size van. This is a smart pick for people who want to work from anywhere, from deliveries to construction and gig work. When you stop by O’Brien Ford of Shelbyville, you’ll see that the van is highly configurable to suit your purposes.
Available Configurations
Choices abound with the Ford Transit. For example, you’ll have two wheelbases, three body lengths, and three roof heights. Contractors who use the van as a workstation may want to opt for the longer wheelbase and the mid-height roof to store and access their tools easily.Fleet managers will want to select a van with three or 15 seats depending on whether they’re in the business of delivering things or transporting people. With the option to install an elevator bed, this van is even an excellent choice for those who’ve gone all-in on “van life.”
Engine Options
When you visit our Shelbyville, KY, Ford dealership, you’ll find a pair of robust engine choices. The van’s standard engine is a 3.5-liter V6 unit that produces 275 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque. A turbocharged 3.5-liter V6 engine is optional, and it delivers 400 lb-ft of torque and 310 horsepower.A 10-speed automatic transmission pair with both engines and completes gear shifts seamlessly. Rear-wheel drive is standard, but all-wheel drive is available as an option. The Ford Transit can tow up to 4,500 lbs with the appropriate equipment.
Active Safety Equipment
New Ford vehicles boast an impressive list of advanced safety and driver-assistive features, which is undoubtedly true for the Ford Transit. A forward collision warning and intervention system is standard for the sought-after van. This feature will issue a warning if it detects an accident is about to occur and apply the brakes if necessary.Drowsy driving is one of the leading causes of roadway accidents in the United States. The van’s driver attention monitor will emit an alert if it senses you’re too tired or distracted to drive safely.