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1996 Ford Transit
The 1996 Ford Transit is a van offered in a Single Cab body style. When it was new, prices in Australia started around $25,690.
There is 1 variant of the Transit available in Australia and this generation went on sale in mid-1996.
The 1996 Transit was offered with a 2 year, 50,000 km warranty.
Engine options for the Ford Transit include 2 in-line 4-cylinder (85kW/168Nm), 2.5 in-line 4-cylinder turbo (74kW/220Nm) and 2.5 in-line 4-cylinder turbo (63kW/200Nm). Available with 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmissions. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.
- Retail Price
- $25,690 - $34,990â€
- Transmission
- 4-speed auto or 5-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- Rear
- Fuel Type
- Unleaded or Diesel
- Body Types
- Cab Chassis or Panel Van
- Powertrain Type
- N/A
- Retail Price
- $25,690 - $34,990â€
- Transmission
- 4-speed auto or 5-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- Rear
- Fuel Type
- Unleaded or Diesel
- Body Types
- Cab Chassis or Panel Van
- Powertrain Type
- N/A
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1996 Ford Transit
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
1996 Ford Transit
Available Variants
The Ford Transit comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being Base.
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Power to Weight
33.16 - 51.52 kW/t
33.16 kW/t
51.52 kW/t
Price
$25,690 - $34,990
$25,690
$44,219
Warranty (Years)
2 years
2 years
Warranty (Distance)
50,000 km
50,000 km
100,000 km
Years on Sale
6 - 7 years
1 year
5 years
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Base
2025
$59,990
Year
2025
Engine Type
2.0L Combustion
Fuel
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Body Type
Panel Van
Cab Chassis
bus
Number of Doors
4 Doors
2 Doors
Drivetrain
Front
Rear
Maximum Power
121 kW
125 kW
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1996 Ford Transit
Dimensions
5,376 mm
1,974 mm
2,018 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 5,376 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,974 mm |
| Overall Height | 2,018 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,570 mm |
| Turning Circle | 13,800 mm |
| Load Capacity | 1,850 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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1996 Ford Transit
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Ford Transit is the base variant that starts from $25,690.
See all Ford Transit PricingThe most expensive Ford Transit is the base variant that starts from $34,990.
See all Ford Transit PricingThe best towing capacity of a Ford Transit is offered by the base variant which can tow 2000 kg.
See all Ford Transit towing capacityThe largest Ford Transit is the base variant which measures 1974mm wide, 5368mm in length and sits 2662mm tall.
The most powerful Ford Transit is the base variant which has 85kW of power and 168nm of torque.
The heaviest Ford Transit is the base variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 3500 kg.
The Ford Transit may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Diesel or Unleaded.
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