The E-Series is available as a commercial van and as a passenger van that can carry up to 15 people. Formerly called the Econoline, the E-Series competes with the Chevrolet Express and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. The E-150 is the base version, with the E-250 Super Duty and E-350 Super Duty versions providing higher gross vehicle weight ratings. (Skip to details on the: E-250 Super Duty, E-350 Super Duty) New for 2014 There are no significant changes for 2014. Exterior Highlights
Large front grille and squared-off headlights
Rear doors swing out 178 degrees
Standard swing-out 60/40-split doors on passenger side; available sliding cargo door
Standard 16-inch steel wheels
Available chrome bumpers
Interior Highlights
Passenger E-150s seat up to eight on two front bucket seats and two three-passenger bench seats
Standard air conditioning
Available Sync voice-activated multimedia system
Available power windows, locks and mirrors
Available navigation system with real-time traffic data and fuel prices
Under the Hood
E-150 has a standard 225-horsepower, 4.6-liter V-8 with 286 pounds-feet of torque
Available 255-hp, 5.4-liter V-8 with 350 pounds-feet of torque
Standard four-speed automatic transmission
Safety Features
Dual front airbags
Antilock brakes
Electronic stability system with Roll Stability Control
Available backup camera
Available factory-installed integrated trailer-brake controller
E-250 Super Duty Rated for heavier duty than the E-150, the E-250 Super Duty has the same engine choices and comes in both regular and extended lengths. Extended vans are 20 inches longer overall. Passenger models aren’t available in this series.
Standard 225-hp, 4.6-liter V-8
Available 255-hp, 5.4-liter V-8
Standard four-speed automatic transmission
Back to top E-350 Super Duty The E-350 Super Duty is available in regular and extended lengths. The E-350 Super Duty passenger wagon can seat seven, eight, 11 or 12 people; extended-length versions seat 11, 14 or 15 occupants. The standard E-350 Super Duty engine is a 5.4-liter V-8. A 6.8-liter V-10 is available, and it works with a five-speed automatic transmission.
Standard 255-hp, 5.4-liter V-8 with 350 pounds-feet of torque
Available 305-hp, 6.8-liter V-10 with 420 pounds-feet of torque