Especificaciones y análisis del Ford Connect
Power
75HP
Torque
175Nm
Consumption
6.4l/100
Emissions
171g/km
0-100 km/h
17.1s
Top Speed
147km/h
Weight
-kg
Price
16,960€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Manual 5v
FWD
5 / 4 doors
1200 L
60 L
55 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Ford Connect Kombi Batalla Corta 1.8 TDCi 75cv (2008-2010)
General description
The 2007 Ford Connect Kombi is not just a van; it's a statement of intent. Born for hard work, this Kombi version opens its steel heart to welcome the family, merging the worlds of work and personal life in an honest, versatile vehicle. It's the tireless companion that takes you from the scaffolding to a weekend getaway without asking for anything in return.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the 75 horsepower of its 1.8 TDCi engine isn't about breaking records, but about completing missions. Every shift of its five-speed manual transmission is a pact of trust, a mechanical sound that reminds you you're in command of a reliable machine. Don't expect acceleration that pins you to your seat, but rather the feeling of a steady, serene push, the calm of knowing its robust suspension and chassis are designed to withstand everything, kilometer after kilometer, load after load.
Design and aesthetics
Its aesthetic is the pure expression of functionality. The square lines and generous height don't seek beauty awards but aim to offer a cavernous interior space, a 1200-liter sanctuary ready for any challenge. Its exterior design is a reflection of its soul: strong, direct, and without unnecessary frills. It's a beauty that isn't seen but lived in its daily practicality and the solidity conveyed by each of its panels.
Technology and features
In a world of touch screens and virtual assistants, the Connect brings us back to the essence of driving. Its technology is what matters: a diesel engine with a turbo and intercooler designed to last, and simple mechanics that prioritize reliability over artifice. You won't find digital luxuries, but the comforting certainty that every component is there for a reason, to function flawlessly and be repaired without complications. It's down-to-earth technology.
Competition
In the competitive arena of light commercial vehicles, the Connect faced giants like the Citroën Berlingo, Renault Kangoo, and Volkswagen Caddy. Against them, Ford played the card of a more elaborate chassis, partly inherited from the dynamics of the Focus, offering a driving feel that was a bit more car-like and less van-like, a balance that many professionals and families came to appreciate.
Conclusion
The Ford Connect Kombi is much more than the sum of its parts. It's the rational choice that ends up winning your heart through loyalty and unconditional service. It won't win you over with its speed or luxury, but with its infinite capacity to solve problems, carry dreams, and be the pillar on which projects and adventures are built. It's a tool, yes, but the kind that ends up becoming another member of the family.