2016 Ford Transit Connect Wagon FWD (1.6L 4-cyl) MPG & Specs

Quick answer

The 2016 Ford Transit Connect Wagon FWD gets an EPA-estimated 22/29 MPG (city/highway) and 24 MPG combined, with an estimated $2,550/year fuel cost and 364 g/mi CO₂. Engine: 1.6 L 4-cyl.

The 2016 Ford Transit Connect Wagon FWD with the 1.6-liter 4-cylinder regular gasoline engine returns an EPA-estimated 22 MPG in the city and 29 MPG on the highway, for a combined 24 MPG. This page summarizes the official EPA fuel-economy and emissions data for this configuration.

Key EPA specifications
Engine1.6 L 4-cyl
TransmissionAutomatic (S6)
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
Fuel typeRegular Gasoline
Vehicle classSpecial Purpose Vehicle 2WD
MPG — city22
MPG — highway29
MPG — combined24
Annual fuel cost*$2,550
CO₂ tailpipe364 g/mi
EPA GHG score6/10
*Estimated annual fuel cost assumes 15,000 miles/year at recent average fuel prices (EPA). Figures are official EPA estimates; real-world mileage varies.

How efficient is it?

With a combined 24 MPG, the 2016 Ford Transit Connect Wagon FWD sits in the moderate range for fuel economy. That is about 29% better than the typical Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD of its era (19 MPG class average), making it one of the more efficient choices in its class.

Fuel economy and running costs

At about $2,550 per year in fuel (EPA estimate, 15,000 mi/yr), fuel is a major part of the cost of owning the 2016 Ford Transit Connect Wagon FWD. Over five years that is roughly $12,750 at today's prices — before insurance, maintenance, and depreciation.

Emissions

The 2016 Ford Transit Connect Wagon FWD emits approximately 364 grams of CO₂ per mile at the tailpipe, earning an EPA greenhouse-gas score of 6 out of 10. Lower emissions generally track higher fuel economy.

How to read these numbers

EPA figures come from standardized laboratory test cycles and are the same estimates shown on the vehicle's window sticker. Your real-world mileage depends on driving style, conditions, fuel grade, and maintenance. Use combined MPG and annual fuel cost to compare vehicles fairly.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2016 Ford Transit Connect Wagon FWD?
The 2016 Ford Transit Connect Wagon FWD gets an EPA-estimated 22 MPG city, 29 MPG highway, and 24 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2016 Ford Transit Connect Wagon FWD per year?
The EPA estimates about $2,550 per year in fuel for the 2016 Ford Transit Connect Wagon FWD, based on 15,000 miles of driving per year at recent average fuel prices.
What engine and transmission does the 2016 Ford Transit Connect Wagon FWD have?
This 2016 Ford Transit Connect Wagon FWD configuration uses a 1.6-liter 4-cylinder engine with Automatic (S6) transmission and Front-Wheel Drive.