2025 Ford Transit 150 Cargo Van

The Ford Transit was among the top 25 best-selling vehicles in America last year. A cargo van outsold popular models like the Nissan Sentra, Honda HR-V, and Jeep Wrangler. That speaks volumes about the versatility and appeal this van offers. The 2025 Ford Transit provides a variety of lengths, roof heights, and powertrains — even one that’s fully electric. In addition, once you decide on the ideal size for your business or household, there are tons of ways to customize the interior — many of which are available from the factory. There’s no diesel or V8 available, but if these are must-haves, you can find them elsewhere. The Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana offer optional V8s, while the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is the lone option in the U.S. available with diesel. Aside from that, the Transit does a fantastic job of addressing the needs of people and companies looking for full-size vans.

We’ve spent hundreds of hours driving and evaluating this generation of full-size vans, including the Ford Transit.

While the van is mechanically the same as it was last year, Ford is offering four factory-installed trade packages. These packages are bundles for electricians, HVAC, general contractors, and a foldable shelving package for deliveries. They are warrantied, and the cost is included with the van, making financing decisions easier. New individual options include large grab handles and a mobile power cord with a fast-charger adapter. In addition, for vans equipped with a 50/50 hinged rear door, the 253-degree opening is standard on all high-roof cargo vans and optional on low- and medium-roof vans. (Standard is 180 degrees.)

The Transit’s starting price sits higher than that of most competitors, such as the Chevy Express and GMC Savana. The base Express Cargo Van starts at $43,695. The Transit’s front-wheel-drive (FWD) rival, the Ram ProMaster, starts at $46,955. However, the base Transit is more affordable than the entry-level Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, which starts at $53,195.

The Transit E-Series Cutaway and Transit Chassis Cab models primarily target commercial truck buyers.

Before buying the Ford Transit, check the Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price to know what you should really pay. To date, the Ford Transit sits atop the value-retention ladder with the Ram ProMaster. Both have higher residual values after five years than the rest of the large-van pack.

Most 2025 Ford Transit vans will be powered by one of two gas V6 engines. The base version develops 275 hp. For additional performance, Ford offers a 310-hp turbocharged V6. Picking it adds $2,700 to the bottom line. No matter the V6, Transit models come with rear-wheel drive (RWD), and all-wheel drive is available as an option. As far as base engines are concerned, you can get more horsepower with the V8-powered GM vans and the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, which all make more than 290 hp with their base engines. But there are fuel economy or cost tradeoffs to consider with those.

Then there’s the 2025 Ford E-Transit, a rear-drive cargo van with a fully electric powertrain. It makes 266 hp. Ford says the E-Transit has an estimated range of up to 159 miles.

The Ford Transit remains an easy van to drive despite its substantial size. We find the steering precise, the brakes responsive, and the ride quality smooth and comfortable on long-distance drives. In fact, our readers often cite the Transit’s drivability as among their favorite features. One even suggested using the EcoBoost turbo V6, transmission, steering, and suspension underpinnings as the foundation for a Ford sports car. We think that might be taking things a bit far, but you get the idea. We also noticed that Ford made it surprisingly quiet inside, even on the highway.

When he drove the electric version, Senior Editor Sean Tucker noted that “The E-Transit isn’t precisely quick. This is still a full-size cargo van. A high-roofed one, in the case of my tester. But it’s quicker than any gas-powered cargo van I’ve ever experienced. The ability to merge easily into highway traffic even with little run-up is refreshing.” He continues, “A conventional gas-powered van has most of its weight up front with the engine. That can leave vans tail-happy and rough-riding when empty. The characteristic squeak and crash of an empty cargo van ride comes from the rear suspension, designed to handle the weight of cargo, feeling stiff with nothing much to carry. That’s not a problem here. The E-Transit has an 89 kWh battery centered under its floor, distributing weight almost evenly. It means an astonishingly smooth ride.”

The standard V6 engine does the job for most drivers who need a big van, but the available EcoBoost turbocharged V6 adds significant muscle. Plus, payload ratings aren’t significantly different between the two V6 engines. For example, the base Cargo Van can carry 3,668 pounds of payload with the standard V6 and 3,603 pounds with the optional turbo V6. If your Transit’s towing capabilities are a concern, we advise opting for the turbo V6. In the base Cargo Van, the towing limit is 6,900 pounds with the turbo V6. That is 500 pounds more than with the standard V6. If you require more towing ability than that, consider the V8-powered GM vans that can tug up to 10,000 pounds.

The available all-wheel-drive system inspires confidence if you’re driving this big van in slippery road conditions. All-wheel-drive-equipped models have a Mud/Ruts drive mode, adding a measure of rough-road capability.

Fuel Economy

The government doesn’t post estimated mileage numbers for the Transit’s class of vans. However, you can expect it to deliver better fuel economy than the older GM vans.

The inside of the Ford Transit opens to a massive and highly customizable space. Whether you’re a plumber, a flower shop owner, or see this van as the basis for a sweet RV, the Transit can be customized just right with a wide variety of upfits available. For 2025, Ford is offering new pre-bundled trade packages specifically for electricians, HVAC specialists, and more.

What you put behind the front seats depends on the configuration. The cargo van is what it should be: a big, empty customizable box. The passenger van has 12 or 15 seats, depending on the length. When comparing like-configured competitors against the Transit’s cargo room, they are all about the same.

We’re impressed with how nice the front seat area is for a Ford work van. We found the seats to be supportive and comfortable for all-day driving. The cargo van and cutaway have available swivel front seats, making it easy to access the cargo area. There’s plentiful storage space with roomy cubbies and cup holders in easy-to-reach places.

Whether for work or play, keeping your devices powered up is easy in the Transit. There’s a USB port and 12-volt outlet in the storage spaces, plus more outlets in the available medium or large center consoles. In the passenger van models, there’s a 5-amp USB port in every row.

With three roof heights and three body lengths available, the look of the Ford Transit can vary quite a bit. We argue that it looks especially good in the XLT trim of the passenger van with a painted front bumper and a chrome grille surround. The electric E-Transit has a distinct 3-bar grille design with blue bars.

Among its many available exterior features are wide-opening (253 degrees) rear cargo doors, a power sliding passenger-side door, long-arm/power-adjustable mirrors, a step integrated into the rear bumper, and much more.

The cargo and passenger vans have traditional van bodies, but the cutaway and chassis cab models are slightly different. Both have a ladder frame behind the cabin that’s ready to be customized with a flatbed, refrigerated cargo box, etc. The cabin is fully enclosed on the chassis cab model and open in the back on the cutaway.

E-Transit
The electric E-Transit is a commercial van that burns no gas. It’s capable of up to 159 miles of range, and you can get one as a cargo van, cutaway, or chassis cab. Three body lengths and roof heights are available.

EcoBoost V6
The optional EcoBoost turbocharged V6 makes 310 hp and 400 lb-ft of torque in the Transit. Whether you want a work van with some extra muscle or more excitement while driving the family around, the EcoBoost V6 is a nice performance upgrade.

All-wheel drive
The Transit’s optional all-wheel drive makes it a good van for snowy climates. The Mud/Ruts drive mode even adds some off-road chops.

Co-Pilot360
The Ford Co-Pilot360 safety tech suite comes standard in the Transit. It bundles features like automatic emergency braking, lane-keep assist, and automatic high beams. Safety tech like this usually costs extra or isn’t available on full-size vans.

SYNC 4
This easy-to-use 12-inch touchscreen is loaded with features, such as wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, SiriusXM, Amazon Alexa, navigation, and more.

Ford Pro Telematics
Ford makes it easy to keep track of your fleet using the modems that already come standard in most Ford vehicles.

The 2025 Ford Transit offers the flexibility of three different powertrains: a V6, a turbocharged V6, or a fully electric system. The 10-speed automatic transmission on the gas-powered Transit models works seamlessly with the V6 engines. It has four selectable drive modes: Normal, Eco, Slippery, and Tow/Haul. It’s easy to switch modes on the fly to best suit your needs and the conditions.

The E-Transit has a single-speed transmission distributing the electric motor’s power to the rear wheels. Its maximum estimated range of 159 miles is for low-roof versions. Range will vary based on the weight of the van and the weight of the cargo inside.

3-Year/36,000-Mile Warranty

The Ford Transit is covered by a 3-year/36,000-mile basic warranty and a 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty. This coverage matches most of its rivals. Additionally, the battery in the electric E-Transit comes with an 8-year/100,000-mile warranty.

Safety Ratings

Neither the government nor the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has crash-tested the Transit or its competition. Standard on every Ford Transit is The Ford Co-Pilot360 safety tech suite. It includes features like automatic emergency braking, lane-keep assist, and automatic high beams.