Tourneo and Transit Connect Active launched

Last month, Ford introduced the Tourneo Custom Active and Transit Custom Active. Now it’s the turn of the smaller Tourneo Connect people carrier and Transit Connect van to receive the Active treatment.

SUV-inspired design features include a mesh grille, front and rear skid plates, 17” five-spoke alloy wheels, roof rails and protective body cladding. The upholstery is unique to this new trim grade, too.

Ford Transit Connect Active Panel Van (2021) Front Side

Power is provided by a 1.5 litre EcoBlue turbocharged diesel engine. Offered in 99 bhp (74 kW / 100 PS) and 118 bhp (88 kW / 120 PS) forms, this four-cylinder unit can be mated to either a six-speed manual gearbox or an eight-speed automatic transmission.

Ford Tourneo Connect Active (2021) Dashboard

To help the Active models tackle rough terrain, their ride height has been raised by 24 mm (0.9”) at the front and 9 mm (0.3”) at the rear. However, if more off-road ability is required, then an optional mechanical limited-slip differential (mLSD) is available in conjunction with the higher output motor.

Ford Tourneo Connect Active (2020) Interior

Developed in collaboration with Quaife, mLSD instantaneously sends torque to the wheel that has the most grip. A specially recalibrated traction control system adds to its effectiveness.

Ford Tourneo Connect Active (2021) Rear Side

Customers will soon be able to place orders for the Transit Connect Active, five-seat Tourneo Connect Active and seven-seat Tourneo Grand Connect Active. Deliveries aren’t expected to begin until the end of the year, though.

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