Passenger Van XLT AWD AWD
What the Passenger Van XLT AWD adds over the Cargo Van
| Spec | Cargo Van | Passenger Van XLT AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 246.7 cu-ft | 223.5 cu-ft |
| Curb weight (maximum) | 5552 lbs | 6523 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 5004 lbs | 6250 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 8670 lbs | 9250 lbs |
| Overall height | 82.2 in | 82.4 in |
| Overall length | 219.9 in | 237.6 in |
| Passenger seating capacity | 2 | 12 |
| Payload capacity | 3665 lbs | 3000 lbs |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 43.5 ft | 48.5 ft |
| Wheelbase | 129.9 in | 147.6 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 12-Passenger Seating (1st row: 2 seats, 2nd row: 3 seats, 3rd row: 3 seats, 4th row: 4 seats) – Standard with Long Length Passenger Van, 50/50 Hinged Rear Door (180-degree opening standard on low/medium-roof cargo vans and all passenger vans; 253-degree opening standard on high roof cargo vans), Blind Spot Assist (Includes Blind Spot Information System (BLIS®) with Cross-traffic Alert and Trailer Coverage), Carpet, Front and Rear floor covering, Exterior Upgrade Package – SRW (18D): Includes Black HID Lamps, Wiper Activated Headlamps, Front Fog Lamps, Honeycomb Mesh Grille with Chrome Surround, 16" Steel Wheel with Full Silver Wheel Cover or Silver Wheel with Exposed Lug Nuts, Front Bumper – Body Colored (includes Front Fog Lamps), Front Fog Lamps, Front Sensing System, Front and Rear Air Conditioning, Front/Rear Aux A/C and Heater (Driver controlled), Full Rear Compartment Lighting (LED lights at C-pillar, D-pillar and mid-ship), Full-size Spare Tire and Wheel, Headlamp Courtesy Delay, Headliner – Cloth, Full length, High Resolution Digital Camera, Honeycomb Mesh Grille with Chrome Surround, Illuminated Sun Visors, Lane Keeping System with Blind Spot Information System (BLIS®) (Includes BLIS® with Cross-traffic Alert and Trailer Coverage, Short-Arm Power Folding Heated Mirrors, Reverse Sensing System), Large Center Console with Integrated Shifter, dual cupholders and additional storage area, Modified Vehicle Wiring System, Rear Recovery Tow Hook, Rear-Seat(s) Recline and Inboard Armrest (Last row of seats do not recline), Rearview Mirror (when equipped with rear glass), SYNC 4 with AM/FM stereo and 12" display, Bluetooth, Dual USB ports, Embedded Voice Recognition and Connected Navigation, Short-Arm, Power Adjusting, Power-Folding Heated with Turn Signals, Short-Arm, Power Adjusting, Power-Folding Heated with Turn Signals, Side Sensing System, Sliding Passenger-side Door, Step Well Pads – Black, USB Ports – 5 amps (Depending on seating configuration, one located in each of 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th rows), Windows All-around, Fixed (Includes Rear-window Defroster), Wiper Activated Headlamps
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 307.3 mm |
| Front brake type | Power anti-lock disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 307.3 mm |
| Rear brake type | Power anti-lock disc |
| Parking brake type | Rear brake integrated caliper, hand-operated mechanical or electric |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 223.5 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 150 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 3rd row | 91.5 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | FordPass Connect |
Dimensions Exterior
| Overall height | 82.4 in |
| Overall length | 237.6 in |
| Overall width | 81.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 147.6 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 6 |
| Engine displacement | 3500 cc |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | 3.5L PFDI V6 |
| Valve configuration | Double overhead cam, 24 valves |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 275 hp |
| Torque | 260 lb-ft |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 25 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 40.8 in |
| Second-row headroom | 41.1 in |
| Third-row headroom | 40.6 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 41.3 in |
| Second-row legroom | 33.7 in |
| Third-row legroom | 35.6 in |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 12 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 67.9 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 71.4 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 67 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Electric power-assisted |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 48.5 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | Front independent MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar |
| Rear suspension type | Solid rear axle, leaf springs |
Tires
| Tire size | 235/65R16C |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.7 |
| Transmission speeds | 10 |
| Transmission type | automatic |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 6523 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 6250 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 9250 lbs |
| Payload capacity | 3000 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 16 in |
| Wheel material | steel |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety21 std · 5 opt
- Forward Collision Warning
- 360-Degree Camera with Split View and Front Washer optional
- Driver and Passenger Airbags
- Driver and passenger front-seat mounted side airbags
- Safety Canopy® Side-curtain Airbags
- Front Sensing System
- Side Sensing System
- Side Wind Stabilization
- AdvanceTrac® w/Roll Stability Control™ (RSC®)
- Auto High-Beam Headlamps
- Autolocking Drive Away with Crash Unlocking
- Blind Spot Assist (Includes Blind Spot Information System (BLIS®) with Cross-traffic Alert and Trailer Coverage)
- Brakes – 4-wheel Anti-lock Disc Brakes
- Cruise Control which includes Adjustable Speed Limiting Device (ASLD)
- High Resolution Digital Camera
- Hill Start Assist
- Lane Keeping System with Blind Spot Information System (BLIS®) (Includes BLIS® with Cross-traffic Alert and Trailer Coverage, Short-Arm Power Folding Heated Mirrors, Reverse Sensing System)
- Post-Collision Braking
- Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
- SOS Post-Crash Alert System™
- Adaptive Cruise Control (includes Adjustable Speed Limiting Device (ASLD) and Intersection Assist) optional
- Back Up Alarm (97 dB(A) warning capability) optional
- Enhanced Active Park Assist optional
- Reverse Brake Assist (Requires Lane Keeping system with BLIS® (65A); Includes Reverse Sensing System (43R) and 360-Degree Camera with Split View and Front Washer (61D)) optional
- SecuriLock® Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) with engine immobilizer
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Infotainment3 std · 6 opt
- Remote Start optional
- FordPass™ Connect (4G Wi-Fi Modem available with SYNC 4 only) optional
- SYNC 4 with 12.0" multi-function display, AM/FM stereo, Bluetooth, Dual USB ports, Embedded Voice Recognition and Connected (Subscription) Navigation optional
- FordPass™ Connect / Embedded Modem
- SYNC 4 with AM/FM stereo and 12" display, Bluetooth, Dual USB ports, Embedded Voice Recognition and Connected Navigation
- Telematics Essentials (complimentary version of Ford Telematics giving fleet customers access to vehicle health insights)
- SYNC 4 with SiriusXM® with 360L, HD Radio™ and 12" multi-function display, AM/FM stereo, Bluetooth, Dual USB ports, Embedded Voice Recognition and Connected Navigation (90 Day Trial) optional
- SYNC 4 with SiriusXM® with 360L, HD Radio™, Navigation and 12" multi-function display, AM/FM stereo, Bluetooth, Dual USB ports, Embedded Voice Recognition and Connected Built-In Navigation (1 Year of Service) with Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR) and Intelligent Speed Assist (ISA) optional
- SYNC 4 with SiriusXM® with 360L, HD Radio™, Navigation, Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control (iACC) and 12" multi-function display optional
Convenience4 std · 4 opt
- Modified Vehicle Wiring System
- Power Equipment Group (Power Locks and Windows) with Remote Keyless-Entry
- PowerPoint – 12V (One in instrument panel and one in center console)
- USB Ports – 5 amps (Depending on seating configuration, one located in each of 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th rows)
- Auxiliary Fuse Panel with High Spec Interface Connector (includes Dual AGM Batteries and Modified Vehicle Wiring System) optional
- Intelligent Access with push-button start optional
- Keyless Entry Keypad optional
- Upfitter Package (67C) – Includes High Capacity Upfitter Switches, Large Center Console and Auxiliary Fuse Panel with High Spec Interface Connector; Not available with E-Transit optional
Climate2 std · 0 opt
- Front and Rear Air Conditioning
- Front/Rear Aux A/C and Heater (Driver controlled)
Seating4 std · 1 opt
- 12-Passenger Seating (1st row: 2 seats, 2nd row: 3 seats, 3rd row: 3 seats, 4th row: 4 seats) – Standard with Long Length Passenger Van
- Driver and Front-passenger Manual Reclining Bucket Seats with Adjustable Headrest
- Manual Driver-side Lumbar Support
- Rear-Seat(s) Recline and Inboard Armrest (Last row of seats do not recline)
- 15-Passenger Seating (1st row: 2 seats, 2nd row: 3 seats, 3rd row: 3 seats, 4th row: 3 seats, 5th row: 4 seats) – Standard with Extended Length Passenger Van optional
Interior14 std · 6 opt
- A-Pillar Assist Handles (Driver and Passenger-side)
- Accessory Delay – 30 minutes
- Carpet, Front and Rear floor covering
- Front Dome Lamp with Map Lights and Theater Dimming
- Full Rear Compartment Lighting (LED lights at C-pillar, D-pillar and mid-ship)
- Glove Box – Locking
- Headliner – Cloth, Full length
- Horn – Single-note
- Large Center Console with Integrated Shifter, dual cupholders and additional storage area
- Rearview Mirror (when equipped with rear glass)
- Steering Wheel – Tilt and Telescoping
- Step Well Pads – Black
- Tachometer, Fuel Level and Coolant Temperature (Gas Engines)
- All-Weather Floor Mats (Front) – Available with vinyl floor covering optional
- B-Pillar Assist Handle (Passenger-side) optional
- Digital Rearview Mirror (always-on, auto-dimming enhanced mirror; not available with Low Roof) optional
- Front Overhead Shelf (Not available on Low Roof Cargo Van and Passenger Van) optional
- Heavy Duty Tray Style Floor Mats (Front) – Only available with carpet floor covering optional
- Vehicle Maintenance Monitor (Includes Engine Hour Meter on gas engines) optional
- Illuminated Sun Visors
Exterior15 std · 8 opt
- 50/50 Hinged Rear Door (180-degree opening standard on low/medium-roof cargo vans and all passenger vans; 253-degree opening standard on high roof cargo vans)
- Automatic Rain-Sensing Windshield Wipers
- Exterior Upgrade Package – SRW (18D): Includes Black HID Lamps, Wiper Activated Headlamps, Front Fog Lamps, Honeycomb Mesh Grille with Chrome Surround, 16" Steel Wheel with Full Silver Wheel Cover or Silver Wheel with Exposed Lug Nuts
- Front Bumper – Body Colored (includes Front Fog Lamps)
- Front Fog Lamps
- Full-size Spare Tire and Wheel
- Halogen Headlamps with Autolamp
- Headlamp Courtesy Delay
- Honeycomb Mesh Grille with Chrome Surround
- Short-Arm, Power Adjusting, Power-Folding Heated with Turn Signals
- Sliding Passenger-side Door
- Tinted Glass
- Windows All-around, Fixed (Includes Rear-window Defroster)
- Wiper Activated Headlamps
- 253-Degree Rear Door (Optional on all 148" Wheelbase low/medium roof variants) optional
- Body Side Moldings – Carbon Black optional
- Chrome or Black High-Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlamps (optional) optional
- Extended Length Running Boards (covers A-B Pillar Driver-side and A-C Pillar Passenger-side); Not available with E-Transit optional
- Passenger Running Board (covers B-C Pillar Passenger-side) optional
- Roof Marker Lamps optional
- Wheel Well Liners – Black (Front only) optional
- Rear-window Defroster
- Privacy Glass optional
Powertrain5 std · 5 opt
- Front engine, all-wheel drive (AWD) optional
- 10-Speed Automatic Overdrive with SelectShift®
- 3.5L EcoBoost® V6 engine (310 HP @ 5,000 rpm, 400 ft.-lbs. @ 2,500 rpm, Twin-turbocharged, Flex-Fuel E85 capable)
- 3.5L PFDi V6 engine (275 HP @ 6,250 rpm, 260 ft.-lbs. @ 4,000 rpm, Port Fuel Direct-Injection, Flex-Fuel E85 capable)
- Single AGM Battery – 70 amp-hr
- Stationary Elevated Idle Control (SEIC)
- Dual AGM Batteries (70 amp-hr each) optional
- Dual Alternator (250 amps each). Includes Auxiliary Fuse Panel with High Spec Interface Connector (87E). Included with Ambulance Prep Packages. optional
- Engine Block Heater (400W Rating) – Not available with E-Transit optional
- Extended Range Fuel Tank – Capless Fuel Fill, 31 U.S. gallons (midship) optional
Chassis5 std · 0 opt
- Electric Power Assisted Steering (EPAS)
- Front independent MacPherson-strut, Stabilizer Bar suspension
- Parking Brake – Electric (SRW configurations only)
- Parking Brake – Mechanical (9,950lb DRW GVWR configurations only)
- Rear – Leaf Springs, Heavy-duty Gas Shock Absorbers (Gas engine configurations only)
Cargo1 std · 3 opt
- Tow/Haul Mode with Trailer Wiring Provisions optional
- Rear Recovery Tow Hook
- Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package optional
- Trailer Brake Controller (TBC) – must be added at time of ordering; requires Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package or Tow/Haul Mode with Trailer Wiring Provisions; not available with E-Transit optional
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Common questions about the Passenger Van XLT AWD
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhat does the 2025 Ford Transit Passenger Van XLT AWD add over the Cargo Van?
Against the Cargo Van, 32 features become standard that the Cargo Van does not and 10 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.