How many seats are in a Ford Transit?
The number of seats in a Ford Transit depends on configuration: cargo vans typically have two front seats, while passenger variants can accommodate up to 15 people.
For clarity, this article breaks down seating counts by body style—Cargo Van, Crew Van, and Passenger Wagon—and notes how many seats these variants offer in common factory configurations as of the 2023–2025 model years across major markets.
Seating by body style
Ford classifies Transit seating into three main families. The numbers below reflect typical factory configurations and may vary by trim, market, and optional seating packages.
- Cargo Van: 2 seats (driver + front passenger) as standard. Some markets or trims offer a 3-seat front bench, increasing capacity to 3.
- Crew Van: 5 seats (2 front seats + 3 in the rear row).
- Passenger Wagon: 8, 12, or 15 seats depending on configuration and number of passenger rows.
These ranges reflect common factory configurations. For a specific vehicle, verify the exact seating arrangement in the build sheet or VIN details.
Details by variant
Cargo Van specifics
In most markets, the Transit Cargo Van is optimized for cargo with two front seats. A three-person front row is less common and usually limited to specific upfits or regional specs.
Crew Van specifics
The Crew Van adds a second row of seating, commonly configured as a three-seat rear bench for a total of five seats. This layout balances passenger capacity with open cargo space behind the second row.
Passenger Wagon specifics
Designed for passenger transport, the Transit Passenger Wagon offers multiple seating configurations: a typical eight-seat setup, a twelve-seat version, or the top-end fifteen-seat configuration with five rows of three across. Availability depends on model year and market.
Summary
In short, the Transit’s seat count ranges from 2 (cargo variant) up to 15 (full passenger wagon), with mid-range options like 5 seats (Crew Van) and 8 or 12 seats available in various configurations. Always verify the exact seating plan for your vehicle at the point of sale or in the official build documentation.
