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2002 Ford E-250 4.6 V6
Bruce, 07/12/2020
updated 01/14/2022
2002 Ford Econoline Cargo E-250 3dr Van (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
As a work truck (I haul pianos around in a 12' enclosed trailer, it's excellent. I got it at 155k and put another 155k on and still going strong. Rebuilt the transmission at about 250k or so. Very reliable and nearly no breakdowns. Awesome work horse. Gas mileage is not so good especially with a trailer but, I am still happy as a clam with this one. 4.6 v6 not 4.2 Update: The van now has 322K miles and still running good. Last Summer I had the steering rebuilt. Other than that, still hauls like a champ. An amazing van that keeps on going.
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Needed a reliable van
Barry, 04/26/2009
2002 Ford Econoline Cargo E-250 3dr Van (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I am a disabled driver. My E-250 van has been modified to fit my needs. The floor is lowered 6 inches, which is done by jacking the body off the frame and lowering body where needed. Appropriate relocation of gas tank, exhaust and whatever else gets done. Spacers (approved) are installed as needed with suspension modifications if needed. A two post, high capacity side lift is installed with full electric controls for opening and closing doors. Van has been very reliable. 14 mpg in town, 20 on a long trip. Has 5.4 engine, 4 sp od trans, 3.73 trac lock differential and 16 inch E load rated tires. Next time I'll get a softer tire, which should improve ride.FOR ME, THIS FORD IS A DREAM.
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best in its class
Shokat, 01/12/2003
2000 Ford Econoline Cargo E-250 3dr Van
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I have owned a whole plethera of cargo vans. I would have to say that ford makes the best one by far. Overall I would have to say that it is an excellent van for what it is.
Maybe the most gas thirsty vehicle
datadave, 02/11/2009
2003 Ford Econoline Cargo E-150 3dr Van (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
6 of 8 people found this review helpful
I love my new (used) van. However it is misnamed Econoline. I got the 6 cylinder to save at least a gallon or two mpg but see little difference with the more powerful V8 so consider a very thirsty 8 as the 6 is fairly underpowered up hills. Also, need winter tires if in snow or ice, worst traction of any vehicle. Typical van! I knew that going into this, so I am very happy otherwise. It's a great tool shed on wheels, and visibility and safety seems above others. Drive slow and coast (in gear) down hills and maybe gain a mile per gallon. Yet to get above 16 and half mpg even with a v6. Otherwise awesome.
e-150 is great!
Paul, 07/29/2009
2002 Ford Econoline Cargo E-150 3dr Van (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
7 of 10 people found this review helpful
I bought this van with 45,000 miles. I get 18-20 MPG as long as I drive under 70 miles per hour. On one tank I got 21 MPG, but that was with driving speeds under 60 miles per hour and little stop and go driving. Many reviews state that the V6 is under powered. The V6 is a work truck engine and is not a sports car engine. Its got plenty of power for the weight rating, just don't expect rapid acceleration. Th van hauls a lot of stuff. If you baby these vans, they will last. I change fluids often. It runs great and very dependable. I now have put 11,000 miles on the van without a single problem. I paid 3 times less than a used Dodge Sprinter...same utility and the same mileage.