The 2013 Ford Transit Connect did not have a single universal transmission; it varied by market and trim. In the United States, the van commonly paired its 2.0-liter gasoline engine with a 4-speed automatic transmission, while a 5-speed manual gearbox was available on certain configurations. In Europe and other markets, diesel and petrol variants typically used manual transmissions, commonly 5- or 6-speed units. The exact setup depends on the vehicle’s country, engine, and trim level.
United States: transmission options
For buyers in the U.S. market, two main transmission choices were offered for the 2013 Transit Connect, tied to the available engine and trim.
- 4-speed automatic transmission (Ford automatic commonly paired with the 2.0-liter Duratec I-4).
- 5-speed manual transmission (available on select base/commercial trims and configurations).
In the U.S. model lineup, the 4-speed automatic was the most common pairing for everyday cargo-van duty, with the manual option remaining available for buyers who preferred a traditional shift or required specific payload configurations.
Europe and other markets: manual gearboxes predominate
Outside the United States, the Transit Connect was mostly offered with manual gearboxes, especially with diesel engines that were common in European fleets.
- 5-speed manual transmission (typical for most diesel variants).
- 6-speed manual transmission (found on certain higher-output diesel or petrol configurations).
Manual transmissions have historically been favored in European vans for durability, fuel efficiency, and simpler maintenance, and the 2013 Transit Connect followed that pattern in most markets.
Summary
The 2013 Ford Transit Connect did not have a single, universal transmission. In the U.S., it most often used a 4-speed automatic with an available 5-speed manual, while European models predominantly used 5- or 6-speed manual transmissions. For precise specifications, check the vehicle’s VIN or build sheet, as exact options can vary by country and trim.