What is the MSRP for a 2016 Ford Transit?
In short, the base MSRP for a 2016 Ford Transit cargo van began around $31,000, with prices rising for longer wheelbases, higher roofs, and more powerful engines; fully loaded, diesel-equipped configurations could approach or exceed $50,000 before destination charges and taxes.
In 2016, the Ford Transit was offered in multiple configurations for the U.S. market, including various wheelbases, roof heights, and engine options. This article provides a historical snapshot of typical MSRPs for common Transit setups during that model year, while noting that actual prices varied by dealer, region, and optional equipment.
Pricing snapshots by configuration
The following ranges reflect common 2016 U.S. Transit cargo van configurations, shown before destination charges and taxes. They illustrate how price scales with wheelbase, roof height, and engine choice.
- 130-inch wheelbase, standard (low) roof, cargo van: approximately $31,000–$33,000
- 148-inch wheelbase, standard roof: approximately $33,000–$35,000
- 130-inch wheelbase, high roof: approximately $37,000–$41,000
- 148-inch wheelbase, high roof: approximately $40,000–$45,000
- 178-inch (long) wheelbase, high roof, diesel option: approximately $46,000–$52,000
These figures are historical estimates drawn from 2016 Ford brochures and dealer listings. Actual MSRPs varied by region, package selections, and dealer incentives, and did not include destination charges or taxes.
Other price factors to consider
Beyond the base MSRP, buyers in 2016 faced additional costs and options that could alter the final price, including destination charges, trim level (Base vs. XLT), transmission choices, and dealer-installed options. Diesel engines, premium roof heights, and longer wheelbases typically commanded higher MSRPs than the most basic configuration.
Summary
The 2016 Ford Transit offered a broad price spectrum. Base models started in the low $30,000s, while the most equipped, long-wheelbase, high-roof configurations—especially those with diesel—could push past the $50,000 mark. For precise pricing of a specific setup, archival brochures or dealership records from 2016 are the most reliable sources.
