Test Drive: The 2015 Ford Transit van

At the wheel of a 2015 Transit 350 high-roof model, powered by a 3.2-liter I5 diesel mated to a six-speed automatic. Biggest takeaway? The van's smooth driveability.

Ford's 2015 Transit features wide-opening doors for easy entry/egress.

Expansive windshield allows for a clear and full view of the road ahead.

Big wide-opening rear doors for all the high-, medium- and low-roof Transit models makes loading and unloading cargo an easy task.

Diesel and DEF refueling ports are cleverly tucked away out of sight behind a flip-open panel next to the driver's door.

A simple and ergonomically friendly dashboard and instrument display makes vehicle operation much easier. A plethora of cupholders is a welcome feature for excessive coffee consumers, such as yours truly.

The high-roof model's tall interior space helps immensely when carrying cargo.

The over 6' interior height (ably illustrated by Ford engineers along for the ride) of the 2015 Ford Transit high-roof model also appeals to commercial users who plan to use the van as a mobile workshop. (Photo: Ford Motor Co.)

The low-, medium-, and high-roof versions of Ford's new 2015 Transit full-size van line. (Photo: Ford Motor Co.)

The back of a low-roof 2015 Transit van.

The wide rear-door openings on all 2015 Transit models are designed to appeal to various vocational applications.

A view of the passenger side of a low-roof 2015 Transit van.