Ford Transit 12 Passenger Van Review - Is it good for Family Trips?
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- čas přidán 2. 07. 2019
- Hopefully this overview and inside look at the Ford Transit 12 Passenger Van is helpful. We rented this for a Family trip. I did enjoy driving it. Passenger foot and leg room leaves some to be desired though.
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Seats do recline. Just pull the side strap.
I pinned this comment so others know. Thank you!
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We rented the exact same thing and the seats only recline a tiny bit
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We rented one of these for a 2-week, 4,800+ mile road trip from Texas to California and back. We are a family of two adults and three kids aged 10-14. We removed the next to last row, which gave each kid tons of room. We put two ice chests plus a tote of snacks in the space where the missing row was.
The cargo area behind the back seats is huge. Our road trip included camping about half the time, so we had a lot of gear (tents, sleeping bags, about 2 weeks worth of food, etc.), and all of that easily fit behind the last row of seats.
The driver seat was very comfortable, and that included a few 10+ hour days of driving. The front passenger seat was also comfortable and reclines almost completely flat. There are a lot of cup holders and storage pockets easily accessible to the driver and front seat passenger.
I would highly recommend for long trips, although I could see where adults in the back would be cramped if all rows were left in.
Thank you for posting up your experience. Removing that row of seats like you did sounds like a great plan to give lots of leg room if you can. Looking back, I really enjoyed driving this Van. I did all the driving and didn't tire from the drivers seat.
Are they reliable cause Fords are not reliable 🤨🤨🤨
We bought a 2016 in July of 2017 and love ours. It is great for our family with 5 kids and a dog. We love the room that the 12 passenger configuration gives you. We also like the low roof setup on the longer wheel base. It gives you great storage options behind the rear seat. We have put tens of thousands on it over the last two years and have no complaints. When it was time to replace the tires, we changed from the factory Continental tires to Firestone Transforce tires and like them much better. Also, I have the regular V6 engine as well
and have had no problem passing anyone on the interstate. Push the gas pedal down farther! ;)
Awesome
Thank you for the review. I will be renting one for a family trip and this video really helped me with some questions I had about the cargo area.
Thank you so much for the review. I loved how you stayed on topic and was in depth showing us everything. It's just what I needed on making my decision to rent one for a family trip coming up.
thanks
i remembered watching this video back in 2019 with one of my other accounts and it takes me back to the day of 8/20/2019 and i still remembered the day even when i'm in the year 2024 and it is shocking how fast these years go and then i'm in 2019 then i'm in 2021 then i'm in 2022 and now i'm in 2024 and it is a little frightening that it would still go that fast feeling like the 2010s and it's nuts how far back i can remember??
Thank you so much. Got all the answer I need. Really appreciated. You the best 👍🏻👍🏻
You're welcome 😊
Thanks for posting. I'm looking at renting one for a vacation next year.
Have fun!
Thanks for making this. Great info! I didn’t realize the 12 and 15 seater were actually the same size.
You bet!
thanks for this review, I have a trip planned next yr from Michigan to Tennessee and have 6 children going lol. I was considering renting this.
and i have watched the video with a desktop back in 2019 but with a laptop now!!! but things have stayed the same in 2019 vs. now
2019: i have watched this video in the morning and do it as my morning routine
2024: i have watched this video in the night and do it as my nightly routine
and i can't believe that it has been almost five years since i've watched this for the first time and then it feels like a teleportation system that can go into 5 years into the future and it seems like i have been blown into the future kind-of???
Hello & Thanks Buddy!! :) Great and informative Video. Everything I needed to know. As am Renting one of these vans this summer.
Good info sir....Good stuff.....
I lol’d when you commented on the cup holders 🤣 my husband’s first question is always “how many cup holders does it have” lol!
Thank you so much for the review. I am looking for a van or shuttle bus to transport elderly parents on long road trips for vacation. Your review is very helpful.
Glad it was helpful!
nice ride Matt..enjoy
Thanks Dude.
Thank you for sharing... family trip coming up and never drive a 12 passenger
You can do it!
Great video, looking to rent this for long family trip to Toronto from NYC. Video definitely helped
Great to hear!
@Syed Mahfuz I get about 10mpg in my 2003 F150. You?
Good to be the designated driver.
yep!
I'm thinking of renting one of these 12 passenger vans for a family trip next year to Pigeon Forge, TN. Main goal would be to use this when we're on the way to the destination of the day. I do plan on having at least another person to split up driving duties.
Thank you for this helpful demonstration.
I have some questions you may help me with. I’m planning to visit US with my family ( 5 adults, 3 children and 1 infant) and make our trip start from Orlando, FL all the way to Niagara, NY then back to DC where we leave US thru Dulles airport.
The whole trip may take a month. There will be trips between the destinations taking 3-6 hours. We will be traveling with our luggage on board the whole trip.
The questions are, will Ford Transit 12-passenger be the solution for my trip? Are there any alternatives that I can rent? What’s the best rental company for vans in term of price, options and after sale services?
I’m planning to make it the trip of the life. So I need the best vehicle for the maximum comfort.
Good info.....
Thanks Great Video
You're welcome
this is a good review sir
thank you
you have Bluetooth for your phone, you do not have the Sync 4 Multifunctional Navigation System that came later on with the 2022 Transit XLT Vans. I'm just before getting one myself to live in full time after selling my house. I'm looking so forward to this! I'm an old truck driver so Van Life is something I'm getting into.
Portable Snake pit. Boom! Happy 4th Cobra family
Boom!
Too bad he's been missing the recline function. But a great vid; it's been a big help. Thanks.
It was a rental, so I only missed it for a week. Lol. But would have been nice during the trip. However, if an adult was behind the reclining seat, their knees may suffer. Lol
Nice 👍
loved this van for my 29 kids not enough seats but it was fun ig my wife is morbidly obese so this van was an OKAY size… ❤🎉😮😊
Great reviews, the 12 should be able to go forward or back for each seats in the back. And recline , electric and liquid cup holder should not be in the same area
indeed
Thank you!
You're welcome!
Me and my fam which in total is 8 people (including me) we are taking this to Disney springs so yeah I’m excited
Awesome. Have fun, buckle up and stay safe!
How was your trip? We have 6 adults, 2 kids in car seats driving to Disney next week… concerned about comfort and drive quality.
Good for range trip
eltenda's channel Agreed! But you imagine trying to park it in NYC! 😬😬 that'd be a struggle
Do you think this engine is powerful enough to run it up the Berthoud Pass in Colorado during December? He mentioned it didn’t have any passing power, makes me feel like it would run at a snails pace.
Nice review. 3.7...wow..it's a wonder it could get out of its own way.
It didn't have good passing speed but it could hold its speed in the mountains. I think the current year has the ecoboost standard but I could be wrong. Ecoboost has way more power for sure.
@@TheRealCobraBurnoutI hope everyone appreciated you renting that to accommodate them all.
@@brianonthego Overall, it was a good trip. The "crew" did get Hangry at one point and a stop at Dairy Queen led to some interesting things that are funny in hindsight. lol
@@TheRealCobraBurnout future memories...
I was wondering how this compared to my 15 passenger Chevy Express Van. I did get the 6 liter v8 and it has a lot of get up and go. Passing no problem. We took out the Front row of passenger seat for lots of leg room and for sticking in a large cooler and the groceries. We took out the Rear seat to have some storage for tools and gear. I was getting 16-18 mpg last winter and now with summer it dropped to 14-16.
The Driver seat is not that comfortable (I am 6-3) and my left leg gets real cramped. No telescoping steering wheel, but tilt. I wondered about Ford using a 5 lug wheel on a 3/4 and 1 ton transit, it just don't seem right. I can pull my 14 foot stock trailer and 14 foot utility trailer just fine with my chevy.
I think Ford is going to update the Transit platform for 2020. But I'm not positive. Apparently USA got the old generation used in Europe.
Nice job 👍 bro
Tow good
Thanks ✌️
Great video - thanks! Question - you mentioned you wouldn't take on a long trip - was that because of the number of adults on he trip and limited leg room? We're thinking of taking this thing cross country but with only three adults and two kids. Would love your thoughts, thanks!
Ride is fine...leg room is an issue in the back rows. So with only 3 adults and 2 kids, should be room to space out.
We have the base model at work it runs good we have the ecoboost.
ecoboost would be excellent in this.
What’s eco boost Nd what’s the gas tank size?
Im renting 2023 to make 18 hour trip from ohio to texas. Only 7 passenger's so just thinking take out a row of seats between this and chrysler pacifica just not sure chrysler would have enough bag room
I'm looking at renting one of these for a cross country move, because big truck rentals cost $1500 more than getting a transport van. Do the seats fold down (I know they can be removed, but that doesn't really work for a rental that I need to return to a different location 1000 miles away)? Do you think a queen sized mattress would be able to fit inside?
Seats don't fold down but they can be removed which you already stated the draw back. You might call Budget or the other rental companies and see if they have one without the rear seats. Slim possibility but worth a few phone calls at least.
It would be good for lots of beer!
Lol
thats what im talking about lol
Are we able to take out the rear 2 seats because we only need the first row including the driver seats :))? Also where did you rent your van from?
Yes, the seats are removable. I rented from Budget.
Can I put more seats to a ford transit of 12 passengers to convert on 15 passengers??
Are the seat/floor bracket locations the same for the second row bench and the third row 2 seat bench? I am curious if you can remove the 2nd row and place the short third row in the second row.
That's a good question. I believe that would work but with this van being a rental, no way for me to check now.
I have 3 young kids, we are looking at 17 hours in the car, I'm thinking that removing the 2nd row would give them more opportunity to stretch out, and not fight each other. What do you think?
definitely removing a row would be nice for extra leg room.
For driving on snow, you did not need any tire chains? Is that correct? Thank you for the great video.
I didn't have any but the snow was freshly falling on the road. So one inch or less on accumulation at most.
@@TheRealCobraBurnout got it. Thank you
Thanks for this video. You mentioned the seats would fit a carry on size luggage....what about a ski bag? If I wanted to run a ski bag up the left side would it go under each row? I only need 6 seats and two of those are for kids so we could stick them over the bag where we don't need room. I am trying to figure out if I should go this route or try to get a large suv and ski rack or something
Well if the Ski bag is only 14"wide and 9" thick it should. It would extend up to the next row of seats.
Oh, if you think you might need 4 wheel or all wheel drive, that could be a factor. I did drive thru some sleet and snow but it wasn't too heavy so I can't speak to that if your going up some mountains to ski.
@@TheRealCobraBurnout ahhh...i didn't realize it wasn't 4 wheel drive. That would be a problem. Thanks
NO problem. Have a fun and safe trip!
Do the seats fold flat to put dry wall in there? I have a 13 ram 1500. It got the hemi tick now i'm looking to get a van because trucks now days start at 70k, which is ridiculously high. Before you could get a nice work truck for 25k out the door, now they cost 2 times the cost in 4 years.
I dont think so.
Do the seats fold down flat so you can load up the inside with household items? Thinking about renting this vehicle for a cross country move
Not that I saw. But the latest year model may be a bit different.
That would be good if you had a load of kids. Great review.
Or a bunch of people tag along your trip
TheRealCobraBurnout Yep!
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Nice info, can you fold or removethose second and third row seats
removable
Renting a 2017 transit 350 clt for my family this weekend in Orlando, will it fit in one parking spot? We are staying at a Disney hotel and I’m thinking finding parking will be tough enough.
It should as long as its not compact car only parking. I didn't have any issues.
@@TheRealCobraBurnout thanks
How is the drivers seat/area? Being a big guy myself. Little concerned about renting one for family get away and being comfy behind the wheel
It was good for me and I'm a bit hefty now a days. Passengers in the row behind didn't complain. I think that row has the best foot room out of all the rows.
TheRealCobraBurnout thanks
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Has transit got same towing package as the Ford E series? Also looking for a 4X4 van I know Ford E series use to have a 4X4 van
James Croad, 4400 lbs for the cargo 5800 for the passenger. It may be better for the 2020 models
B.I.G! If you took out all the seats you could ALMOST fit all your collections inside.
Good thinking!
can all seats be folded down? I don't want to have to take them out just fold them down for extra cargo space
Not that I saw. Although I found out later they do recline a bit.
You said you wouldn't recommend it for a long road trip. So what would you recommend for a longer trip?
A 737
I planing on renting one to go from one airport to my house. So it would be a one way. 9 people are traveling. Could I fit 7 big luggage bags on the cargo area and maybe on the last row. I think all the passengers will fit on the first 4 rows.
You should be able to. If they have carry on size luggage, the seats are designed so those bags can slide under each seat.
(Passenger POV)Ok I’m 13 and I like planes so this is bacisly a road plane in my opinion and I love it and when I look out the window I feel like I’m on a plane and it is so cool
excellent
I want one
It did the trick
Same
Then buy one.
I'm going on a trip with 12 people or more I don't know yet if it is just 12 people which do y'all think would be best a 12 passenger van or a 15 passenger van?
Luggage room shrinks with 15 passenger version. The 12 passenger is the same van with the last row removed.
I may need to rent one for a trip to Canada for a group of 10 adults. How does this Ford Transit van ride? It is like driving a large van or does it feel like driving a truck or bus?
Like a van. I found it easy to drive. Didn’t take long to get very comfortable in the drivers seat.
Do the rear seat fold down in some way to put some trunks with clothes in?
No but you can take them out.
How would it work with 8 people? How best to configure it with a few 6'3" boys. Long 12 hour trip. Two vehicles or this one?
Let the tall ones sit in second row or in a set they can stretch their legs out. Back rows dont have as much leg room.
How tall is it? Would it fit into an 8 foot parking garage clearance? Thanks.
Low roof as shown: 83.6"; Medium roof: 100.8"; High roof: 110.1" At least thats what I found on a google search.
Thx for the video. Looking at a 15 hour drive each way. Was wondering if the length makes it harder to drive
Not at all
Any reviews using car seats with this vehicle?
Not from me.
Do you know if there a was a receiver hitch?
I don't recall one but it is capable of having one.
Do you think Is this thing safe to take into the Rocky Mountains? Want to bring my family of 11 there.
Well, I went thru the rockies. But it was up in Wyoming. I didn't go off roading with it
Its like airplane seating.
Not quite as good though..............unless your up front
I would like rent this van next summer. Avis and Budget says 4 luggages in back area. Do you think is true ? Thanks
Sure. I show the back in this video. It had enough room for another row of seats
For you can I load 8 regular suitcases?
How many hours could you drive before needing to refuel?
more hours than my bladder could hold out.
What year is this? & how many total charging ports are there?
If I remeber right, it was a 2018 model. New models are improved. I believe it had 3 charge ports. 2 up front, 1 in the back..so lacking in the back for sure on this model.
Is it a 4wd ? Would I be able to rent one and take it to Colorado
This one was not but I believe new model is. Definitely verify with rental company as they have different models.
Its great for road trips ,but don't drive it on wet grass ...it has the power of a golf cart .
Interesting
Could you easily take it through a drive-thru?
yes, about like driving a pickup truck.
How much is it to rent one for a week
Prices vary but ours was around 650 back then if I remember correctly. But I did get the insurance which almost double the price!
can you put all the seats down?
Not that I'm aware of.
Is there car chargers
Yes
How big is it in length feet and inc qnd height ?
Dimensions
Maximum Cargo Capacity 336.1 cu.ft.
Length 235.5 in.
Maximum Towing Capacity 4500 lbs.
Gross Weight 9000 lbs.
Cargo Capacity, All Seats In Place 93.9 cu.ft.
Height 99.2 in.
Maximum Payload 2800 lbs.
Wheel Base 147.6 in.
Width 81.3 in.
@@TheRealCobraBurnout thanks happy easter
Does this drive like truck or car?
about like an F150 (ford truck)
What year is this?
2019
I use your youtube videos as my white noise to help me sleep at night. also I am autistic. i like 15 passenger vans, and Airbus A321 aircraft as a hobby. i also like Yamaha stereo equipment.
excellent
I want a BIG YELLOW ONE!!
excellent
How much to rent one
www.budget.com/en/offers/us-offers/summer-sale?AWD_NUMBER=D956101&&msclkid=aa3cc01becb41b1d2cfca2ad9bddbc63&gclid=aa3cc01becb41b1d2cfca2ad9bddbc63&gclsrc=3p.ds
Did the seats go down?
No, mine did not fold. They do remove though. But then you need to store the seats somewhere.
@@TheRealCobraBurnout thank you
How much was the price?
Well, this was back in 2019. But base rate was $374 for 7 days. Insurance is extra. Always best to check the current rates and deals though.
@@TheRealCobraBurnout ty! Will look into the tour helped out alot😁
In the UK police use it as a riot van to carry the police to a rioy
interesting
Now this reminds of bible people driving this around
Me 16 hour drive
have fun
I feel like this van Is Competing with Nissans NV
yes
Automatic Door opener?
Here is alternative option for Ford Transit by AdorUSA.com
Compliment greatly to the vehicle use and comfort!
Automatic Electric Power Sliding Door opener for side door.
Works for all Ford Transits, years and versions.
Easy to install even for DIY. Made to last (-50C to +-50C). Affordable! around $1000
Designed for commercial use - 800 openings/closing a day for life time of the car!
You can control speed and distance to door operation. Works from buttons, handle and remote keys.
They are also working on great automatic PowerStep.
Pretty Cool!
groovy
I wish I wasnt snipped.
How can I rent this
I got mine via Budget Rent-a-car at the time. www.budget.com/en/cars/vehicles/us
Price ? Conpay ?
www.budget.com/en/cars/vehicles/us/p
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