2012 Ford E-Series

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Rating8.0

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Fullsize Van
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$26,630 - $35,620
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Flexible seating configurations

Limited rear-row legroom

No significant changes except for new wheels and an audio jack

Sturdy build quality

Dated design

Well-appointed and spacious interiors

Plenty of customization options

Specs & Features

$27,840

price

225 hp @ 4800 rpm

horsepower

286 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm

torque

4-Speed Automatic

transmission

4.6L 8cyl RWD 4A

engine

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basic warranty

Overview

In the realm of fullsize passenger vans, the 2012 Ford E-Series Wagon Van is well known. Prices go up to MSRP $28,760, with a total of 2 trims with 2 wheelbases and 3 seating configurations being offered. With gorgeous, and in fact quite roomy, interiors, the E-Series Wagon offers seating for up to 15 people. The standard engine on offer is a 4.6L V8 engine mated to a 4-speed automatic transmission. This engine maintains a combined MPG of 14 while making 225 horsepower and 286 lb-ft of torque. However, if more power is required, one can get a 5.4L V8 for an additional $975. This engine is also mated to a 4-speed automatic transmission, making 255 horsepower and 350 lb-ft of torque. The optional engine returns a combined fuel economy of 13 mpg. There is also a 6.8L V10 engine coupled with a 5-speed automatic transmission. It produces 305 horsepower and 420 lb-ft of torque. Ford offers a decent amount of practical as well as cosmetic features, further increasing the prospects of the E-Series Wagon among competitors like the GMC Savana Passenger Van, the Chevrolet Express 2500 Passenger Van, and the Nissan NV Passenger Van.

Buying Advice

We recommend opting for the XLT trim bundled with the Premium package that adds features like alloy wheels, running boards, leather-trimmed quad captain's chairs, a power driver seat, keyless entry, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, privacy glass, and more. 

Trims

    E-150
    $26,630 onwards
    • Engine: 4.6L 8cyl RWD 4A
    • Horsepower: 225 hp @ 4800 rpm hp
    • Torque: 286 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 9.8 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 15 mpg
    E-250
    $27,630 onwards
    • Engine: 4.6L 8cyl RWD 4A
    • Horsepower: 225 hp @ 4800 rpm hp
    • Torque: 286 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 9.8 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 15 mpg
    E-150 XL
    $28,760 onwards
    • 19-inch silver AMG aluminum Wheels
    E-150 Recreational
    $29,830 onwards
    • Engine: 4.6L 8cyl RWD 4A
    • Horsepower: 225 hp @ 4800 rpm hp
    • Torque: 286 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 9.5 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 15 mpg
    E-250 Recreational
    $30,355 onwards
    • Engine: 4.6L 8cyl RWD 4A
    • Horsepower: 225 hp @ 4800 rpm hp
    • Torque: 286 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 9.7 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 15 mpg
    E-350
    $30,560 onwards
    • Engine: 5.4L 8cyl RWD 4A
    • Horsepower: 255 hp @ 4500 rpm hp
    • Torque: 350 lb.-ft. @ 2500 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 9.3 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 13 mpg
    E-150 XLT
    $31,200 onwards
    • AM/FM/Satellite
    • Bench Third row seats
    • Cloth Seat trim
    • Rear air conditioning
    • Seek-Scan Radio
    E-350 XL
    $31,855 onwards
    • Bench Third row seats
    E-350 Recreational
    $31,875 onwards
    • Engine: 5.4L 8cyl RWD 4A
    • Horsepower: 255 hp @ 4500 rpm hp
    • Torque: 350 lb.-ft. @ 2500 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 9 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 13 mpg
    E-350 XLT
    $34,320 onwards
    • AM/FM/Satellite
    • Bench Third row seats
    • Cloth Seat trim
    • Rear air conditioning
    • Seek-Scan Radio

Compare to similar cars

Price

$26,630- $35,620

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.97

Horsepower

305 hp @ 4250 rpm

Torque

420 lb.-ft. @ 3250 rpm

Capacity

15

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$28,940- $46,940

Gasoline

6.6

310 hp @ 5200 rpm

334 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

8

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$25,090- $42,745

Gasoline

7.15

195 hp @ 4600 rpm

260 lb.-ft. @ 2800 rpm

2

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$26,595- $46,940

Gasoline

6.65

324 hp @ 4700 rpm

373 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

-

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$25,090- $42,745

Gasoline

7.61

195 hp @ 4600 rpm

260 lb.-ft. @ 2800 rpm

2

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$31,690- $37,390

Gasoline

7.33

261 hp @ 5600 rpm

281 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

12

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$25,050- $32,800

Gasoline

7.83

261 hp @ 5600 rpm

281 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

2

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2012 Ford E-Series vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    10.2 sec-138 mph
    7.9 sec16.3 sec128 mph
    9.8 sec19.5 sec110 mph
    10.1 sec--
    10.1 sec-80 mph
    11 sec20.4 sec108 mph

    2012 Ford E-Series vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
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      13 mpg16 mpg14 mpg33 gal.455/560 mi.
      15 mpg20 mpg17 mpg31 gal.465/620 mi.
      15 mpg20 mpg17 mpg31 gal.465/620 mi.
      13 mpg17 mpg14 mpg31 gal.403/527 mi.
      ---28 gal.-
      ---28 gal.-

      2012 Ford E-Series vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
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        216.7 in.79.4 in.82.1 in.9 in.138 in.
        244.1 in.79.2 in.82.8 in.7.7 in.155 in.
        240.6 in.79.9 in.83.9 in.8.1 in.146.1 in.
        240.6 in.79.9 in.84 in.8.1 in.146.1 in.
        224.1 in.79.2 in.83.7 in.7.4 in.135 in.
        224.1 in.79.2 in.83.7 in.7.4 in.135 in.

        2012 Ford E-Series vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
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          34.3 cu.ft.172 cu.ft.236.5 cu.ft.
          65.8 cu.ft.-252.8 cu.ft.
          18.9 cu.ft.-120.7 cu.ft.
          239.7 cu.ft.100.3 cu.ft.239.7 cu.ft.
          234.1 cu.ft.75.2 cu.ft.7.2 cu.ft.
          92.1 cu.ft.78 cu.ft.216.2 cu.ft.

          2012 Ford E-Series vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            100.7 cu.ft.34.3 cu.ft.236.5 cu.ft.-
            133.5 cu.ft.18.9 cu.ft.120.7 cu.ft.75 ft.
            4.9 cu.ft.239.7 cu.ft.270.4 cu.ft.362 ft.
            6.6 cu.ft.92.1 cu.ft.216.2 cu.ft.362 ft.
            15 cu.ft.239.7 cu.ft.239.7 cu.ft.-
            7.2 cu.ft.234.1 cu.ft.7.2 cu.ft.-

            2012 Ford E-Series vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              7000 lbs.2820 lbs.5679 lbs.
              7000 lbs.2759 lbs.5791 lbs.
              6700 lbs.2259 lbs.4918 lbs.
              6700 lbs.2332 lbs.4918 lbs.
              6200 lbs.1532 lbs.5644 lbs.
              6200 lbs.2823 lbs.6697 lbs.

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