2001FordEconoline WagonFord Econoline Wagon2001 Ford E-350 SD XLT WagonFull-size VanWagonRWDLorain & Avon Lake, OH2001 Econoline Wagons are virtually the same as last year, with a deluxe engine cover console, dual illuminated sunvisors and a heavy-duty battery now standard on all models. One interesting new option is the Traveling Package for the E-150 XLT. This package features seven-passenger leather seating, a video cassette player with two 6-inch headliner mounted LCD screens, a electronic AM/FM/clock/cassette/CD sound system, a leather wrapped steering wheel and a unique two-tone paint combination.Massive people-hauling ability, powerful engines, wide range of configurations.Offers few convenience features, really too big for normal family use.Tough, roomy, rugged and reliable, Ford's Econoline Wagon has a favorable, well-earned reputation. Since its introduction in 1960, Ford says it has sold more than 6 million Econolines. The current lineup is extensive. There is the base-model E-150, the tougher E-350 Super Duty, and the E-350 Super Duty Extended. Each of these vehicles is offered in either XL or XLT trim. Both XL and XLT come standard with items like driver and passenger second-generation airbags, air conditioning and a class one trailer-towing package. XL models have front bucket seats, while XLTs get front captain's chairs. Major option packages (depending on model) include a sliding side cargo door, an upgraded towing package, heavy-duty cooling and electrical components, a power driver's seat and upgraded stereos. The E-150, E-350 Super Duty and E-350 Super Duty Extended are all designed to haul passengers. Each rides on a 138-inch wheelbase and can accommodate seven or eight (E-150), 12 (E-350 Super Duty) or 15 (E-350 Super Duty Extended) passengers. The Econoline Wagon is available with five different engines (or six, if you count the special-order 5.4-liter natural gas V8). E-150s, E-250s and E-250 Extended models come with a standard 191-horsepower, 4.2-liter V6. Optional on the E-150 is either a 4.6-liter V8 or a 5.4-liter V8. The 4.6-liter produces 225 horsepower and 293 foot-pounds of torque, while the 5.4-liter makes 225 horsepower and 300 foot-pounds of torque. E-350 Super Duty and Super Duty Extended models have the 5.4-liter V8 as standard. To upgrade, you can go with a 305-horsepower, 6.8-liter V10 or Ford's 7.3-liter Power Stroke turbodiesel V8. This monster cranks out 215 horsepower and 425 foot-pounds of torque. Trailer ratings range from 6,600 pounds for an E-150 Wagon powered by a 4.2-liter V6, to 10,000 pounds for an E-350 Super Duty. Driving an Econoline, despite its passenger seating, differs little from piloting a delivery vehicle, so it's not a logical choice for everyday motoring -- though quite a few families happily employ their Wagons exactly that way. The virtues of sitting tall with a panoramic view of the road ahead can outweigh many a minor inconvenience. Handling is light, seats are acceptably comfortable, and Econolines don't ride badly at all, considering the old-fashioned suspension configurations they employ. And then there's the matter of cargo space -- up to 309 cubic feet of it! Let's see an Excursion try and match that. If you want to purchase a new full-size van or wagon, you're going to end up with the Econoline, the Chevrolet Express, the Dodge Ram Wagon or the GMC Savana. All four vehicles have similar prices, wheelbases and maximum passenger capacities (15 people). The Express has the most powerful engine lineup this year, but beyond that, we recommend buyers in this market focus on pricing and getting the desired options. 336,000336,000336,0005UnlimitedNANANA85.4 litersV8225 hp @ 4500 rpm325 ft-lbs. @ 2400 rpm230 cu.ft.2848 lbs.10000 lbs.211.9 in.79.3 in.83.4 in.5852 lbs.138 in.48 ft.NA42.5 in.40.2 in.68.4 in.NA65.6 in.NA40 in.36.9 in.12StandardStandardNot AvailableNot AvailableNot AvailableNot AvailableNot AvailableRating = GoodRating = GoodNot TestedNot TestedNot TestedNot Tested35 gal.Insurance costs can vary greatly for this vehicle, depending on such factors as driver age, driver gender, teenage drivers in the household, driving records, theft loss data for your particular geographic region, miles driven per year, and other widely variable factors. Additionally, some companies charge a premium for certain makes and models, while others do not.$25,435$28,8957.35%$690N/AXL WAGON (4A): 4.2L V6 OHV SMPI 12-valve engine; 4-speed electronic OD automatic transmission with lock-up converter; 650 amp HD battery; 130 amp HD alternator; rear-wheel drive, 3.55 axle ratio; stainless steel exhaust; front independent suspension with anti-roll bar, front coil springs, HD front shocks, rigid rear axle leaf spring suspension, HD rear shocks; recirculating-ball power steering; front disc/rear drum brakes with 4-wheel antilock brakes; 35 gal. capacity fuel tank; side impact bars; 3 doors with split swing-out right rear passenger door, split swing-out rear cargo door; class I towing, trailer wiring harness; front and rear argent bumpers; clearcoat monotone paint; sealed beam halogen headlamps; driver's and passenger's manual black folding outside mirrors; 15" x 6" steel wheels with P235/75SR15 BSW A/S tires; full-size steel spare wheel; air conditioning; AM/FM stereo w/clock, seek-scan feature, 4 speakers, fixed antenna; 2 power accessory outlets, front lighterelement, smokers' package; instrumentation display includes oil pressure gauge, water temperature gauge, volt gauge, trip odometer; warning indicators include oil pressure, water temp, battery, lights on, key in ignition; driver's and passenger's front airbags; tinted windows, fixed 1/4 vent windows; variable-speed intermittent front windshield wipers, sun visor strip; seating capacity of 8, front bucket seats with fixed headrests, driver's and front passenger's armrests, driver's and front passenger's seats include 4-way adjustment; removable 2nd-row bench seat; removable 3rd-row bench seat; height-adjustable front seatbelts with pretensioners; vinyl seats, full cloth headliner, full vinyl floor covering; interior lights include dome light; front passenger's vanity mirror; day/night rearview mirror; engine cover console with storage, front cupholder, dashboard storage, front underseat tray; vinyl cargo floor, cargo light; argent grille, black side window moldings, black frontwindshield molding and black door handles.
XL WAGON (4A) (in addition to or instead of XL WAGON (4A) equipment): 5.4L V8 SOHC SMPI 16-valve engine; 4-wheel disc brakes; 16" x 7" steel wheels with LT225/75SR16E BSW A/S tires; seating capacity of 12.
XLT WAGON (4A) (in addition to or instead of XL WAGON (4A) equipment): Front and rear chrome bumpers; aero-composite halogen headlamps; rear air conditioning, rear heat ducts, rear heater; cassette player, 6 speakers; cruise control with steering wheel controls; driver's window 1-touch down function, front captain's seats; cloth seats, door trim, full color-keyed carpet floor covering, deluxe sound insulation; interior lights include front reading lights, illuminated entry; steering wheel with tilt adjustment; dual illuminated vanity mirrors; driver's and passenger's door bins; carpeted cargo floor; chrome grille.
XL EXTENDED WAGON (4A) (in addition to or instead of XLT WAGON (4A) equipment): Front and rear argent bumpers; sealed beam halogen headlamps; LT245/75SR16E BSW A/S tires; seating capacity of 15.
XLT EXTENDED WAGON (4A) (in addition to or instead of XLT WAGON (4A) equipment): LT245/75SR16E BSW A/S tires; seating capacity of 15.