Ford Transit Connect
2014-present
Payload: 590 kgGVWR: 2200 kgFWD
Interior dimensions
Measurements for LWB cargo version (the preferred model for mini-camper builds)
| Cargo length | 2155 mm |
| Cargo width | 1495 mm |
| Cargo height | 1275 mm |
| Usable width | 1260 mm |
| Door width | 1220 mm |
| Door height | 1150 mm |
Recommended layouts
Stealth Sleeper
Full-length sleeping platform with storage below + pull-out kitchen drawer in rear
Urban stealth campers who need to blend in while city camping
Weekender Kit
Folding bed platform + removable kitchen box + 12V power station
Weekend adventurers who need the van for daily driving during the week
Minimalist Traveler
Fixed bed diagonally placed + side kitchen nook + gear closet
Solo travelers on extended road trips who pack light
Estimated budget
Basic
$1,500
DIY bed platform, window covers, portable power station
Standard
$5,000
Custom cabinetry, 100W solar, water jug system, insulation
Premium
$12,000
Full mini-camper: pop-top, fridge, heater, professional finish
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Excellent gas mileage (24-29 mpg) — the most fuel-efficient van to convert
- Small enough to park anywhere and drive daily as a regular vehicle
- Very affordable to buy — used models available for under $15,000
- Stealthy appearance — looks like a regular commercial van, not a camper
- Simple mechanical systems make maintenance easy and affordable
Cons
- Very limited interior space — best suited for solo travelers under 6 feet
- Cannot stand or sit up straight inside without a pop-top modification
- Payload capacity of 590 kg limits build weight significantly
- No factory high-roof option — stuck with the stock low roof
- Limited aftermarket parts specifically designed for camper conversions
Compatible components
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