2016 Ford Transit T150 Wagon — Full Specifications
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The 2016 Ford Transit T150 Wagon is a van/minivan offered with 2 engines (3.5L 6-cyl turbo, 3.7L 6-cyl). It returns around 19 mpg (UK) / 16 mpg (US EPA) combined. Owners often keep a Ford Transit T150 Wagon workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Compared with the 2015 Ford Transit T150 Wagon: Fuel economy is essentially unchanged at around 19 mpg (UK) combined. The engine line-up listed by EPA is unchanged.
Full Specifications
| Engine (most efficient) | 3.5L 6-cyl turbo |
|---|---|
| Engine options | 3.5L 6-cyl turbo · 3.7L 6-cyl |
| Transmission (most efficient) | Automatic (S6) |
| Fuel Type | Regular Gasoline |
| Powertrain | Conventional |
| Drive | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Body Style | Van/Minivan |
| Fuel Economy (UK) | 19 combined / 18 urban / 23 extra-urban mpg |
| Fuel Economy (US EPA) | 16 combined / 15 city / 19 highway mpg |
| CO₂ Emissions | 341 g/km |
| EPA Greenhouse Gas Score | 3 / 10 (10 = lowest emissions) |
| EPA Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $4,200 (15,000 mi/yr, US prices) |
Engine & Transmission Options
EPA lists 2 configurations for the 2016 Ford Transit T150 Wagon across 2 engines (3.5L 6-cyl turbo, 3.7L 6-cyl). The headline figures at the top of this page describe the most fuel-efficient configuration.
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG (UK) | MPG (US) | CO₂ g/km | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 16 (15/19) | 341 | $4,200 |
| 3.7L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 16 (14/18) | 354 | $4,200 |
MPG (US) shows combined, with city/highway in brackets. Highlighted row = the configuration used for the headline figures. Source: US EPA fueleconomy.gov.
Owner Essentials for the 2016 Ford Transit T150 Wagon
Running Costs: 2016 Ford Transit T150 Wagon
Covering around 8,000 miles a year in a 2016 Ford Transit T150 Wagon at 19 mpg combined, expect roughly 1,914 litres of fuel annually — multiply by your local price per litre for a cost estimate. For US owners, the EPA estimates about $4,200 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration (15,000 miles, national average prices). Work out exact fuel costs with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2016 Ford Transit T150 Wagon Safety Ratings (NHTSA)
No NHTSA crash-test rating is on record for this model year. The NHTSA rates only a subset of vehicles each year; you can browse every rated vehicle on our NHTSA Safety Ratings hub.
Recalls & Owner Complaints (NHTSA)
NHTSA lists 21 safety recall campaigns that include the 2016 Ford Transit T150 Wagon (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Seats (9), Power train (3), Equipment adaptive/mobility (2). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
- Back over prevention — campaign 25V572000, reported 4 September 2025. Risk: A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Parking brake — campaign 21V631000, reported 11 August 2021. Risk: Parking brake failure can result in unintended vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Power train — campaign 19V767000, reported 25 October 2019. Risk: If the coupling fails, the vehicle will not be able to move under its own power and the disconnected driveshaft may impact and damage the brake and fuel lines. Additionally, the separated driveshaft may allow…
- Seats — campaign 19V333000, reported 29 April 2019. Risk: In the event of a crash, if the seat back moves, the seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
Showing the 4 most recent of 21 campaigns.
Owners have filed 156 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 Ford Transit T150 Wagon. The most-reported areas are Power train (60), Unspecified (23), Engine (20). Complaints include 7 reported crashes, 4 reported fires, 7 reported injuries, 1 reported death. That is well above the median of 98 complaints across the 5 Ford Transit T150 Wagon model years in our data.
Used-buyer checklist for the 2016 Ford Transit T150 Wagon
Based on where NHTSA recalls and owner complaints cluster for this model year, these are the areas worth checking before you buy:
- Transmission & drivetrain (3 recall campaigns · 60 owner complaints) — On the test drive, watch for hesitation, jerking or slipping between gears and ask for transmission service history.
- Seats (9 recall campaigns) — Check seat adjusters, head restraints and seat-mounted sensors work, and confirm seat recalls were completed.
- Engine (20 owner complaints) — Listen for unusual noise on a cold start, check for warning lights and ask for the service records.
- Electrical system (2 recall campaigns) — Test every switch, window, light and warning lamp on a test drive, and ask about battery or alternator replacements.
Source: US NHTSA recall and consumer-complaint databases, retrieved 6 October 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects. Check any vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, and see our guide to checking a used car for recalls.
How It Compares
How does the Ford Transit T150 Wagon compare to similar van/minivans? For context, van/minivans in our database average around 24 mpg (UK) combined — this model's 19 mpg figure is 5 mpg below that average. Its 341 g/km CO₂ figure is 49 g/km higher than the 292 g/km average for van/minivans on this site. This comparison is based on 157 van/minivans in our dataset.
Ford models in our database average about 28 mpg (UK) combined on their most efficient configuration; the 2016 Ford Transit T150 Wagon's 19 mpg is 9 mpg below that make average. Its 341 g/km CO₂ figure is 86 g/km higher than the 255 g/km Ford average.
Of the 8 Ford Transit T150 Wagon model years we cover, the 2016 ranks 3rd for combined fuel economy on its best configuration (19 mpg UK combined, against a high of 20 mpg). See every Ford Transit T150 Wagon year side by side.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What engine does the 2016 Ford Transit T150 Wagon have?
EPA lists 2 engines for the 2016 Ford Transit T150 Wagon: 3.5L 6-cyl turbo, 3.7L 6-cyl. The most fuel-efficient configuration pairs the 3.5L 6-cyl turbo with a automatic (s6).
What is the fuel economy of the 2016 Ford Transit T150 Wagon?
The most efficient configuration returns around 19 mpg (UK) combined, or 16 mpg on the US EPA cycle.
How much does the 2016 Ford Transit T150 Wagon cost to fuel per year?
The US EPA estimates about $4,200 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration, based on 15,000 miles of mixed driving and national average fuel prices. Your own cost will depend on mileage and local prices.
Does the 2016 Ford Transit T150 Wagon have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 21 safety recall campaigns that include the 2016 Ford Transit T150 Wagon (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Seats (9), Power train (3), Equipment adaptive/mobility (2). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
What are the most common problems reported for the 2016 Ford Transit T150 Wagon?
Among the 156 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are Power train (60 complaints), Unspecified (23 complaints), Engine (20 complaints). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects, and raw counts rise with how many cars were sold.
Is the Ford Transit T150 Wagon's fuel economy good for a van/minivan?
It returns around 19 mpg (UK) combined, against a same-body-style average of roughly 24 mpg among the van/minivans we track.