Ford Transit Trail vs. The ContraTrail
Ford released the upfit Trail version of the popular Ford Transit in 2023. The Transit Trail is available in medium and high roof cargo van configurations, including the extended length high roof model.
What if you already have a Transit? What if you want to improve the ride and handling in addition to adding ground clearance? That’s where Contravans can help with our Transit Trail version dubbed the ContraTrail!
Why You Should Choose the ContraTrail Over the Ford Transit Trail
Better handling and stability
Lower cost
Works with any existing Ford Transit model
Customized options
Other accessories to choose from
What’s the Contravans Difference?
| Ford Transit Trail $14,250* | Contra Trail $8,898** | What’s the CONTRA difference? |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5” Body Lift | 2” suspension lift includes: Rear 5-Leaf Mini-Spring Pack High Clearance Rear Shock Brackets Tuned Front Springs Tuned Falcon 2.1 Rear Shocks | Improved: Ride, handling, & ground clearance |
| Goodyear 245/75R16 tires | Goodyear 245/75R16 tires | Other tires options are available (BFG, etc.) |
| 16” gloss black wheels | Your choice of wheels | Fit your style |
| Trail side steps | Aluminess Touring Side Steps come standard; other options are available | Fit your style |
| Plastic wheel arch cladding | Not included; Ford Transit Trail wheel arch cladding is available upon request | Aesthetics |
| Grille with lights | Grille upgrades are available, depending upon your model | Aesthetics |
| Non-matching, small spare tire | Not included; full size spare and tire carrier are available | Security & safety if you get a flat, especially off road |
| Rear ground clearance 7″ | Rear 8-1/4″ | +1-1/4″ clearance |
| Front ground clearance 9″ | Front 10-1/4″ to 11-1/4″ | +1-1/4 to +2-1/4, depending upon tire selection |
| 2.75″ Wider Track | 3.0″ Wider Track (depending upon wheels) | Equal |
*The Trail package is $11,755. However, Ford forces other default options to be included in the Trail package which increases the cost to $14,250.
New 2024 Transit Trail vans start at $71,970.
**Many other upfit options available including: bumpers, winch, roof rack, grille lights, skid plates, matching spare tire and carrier, and more!
Contact us to order your ContraTrail Conversion today!
Our replies will come from sales@contravans.com. We typically respond with 24 hours. Please check your SPAM folder and/or add us to your email whitelist so that our correspondence comes through.
