2002 Ford Econoline Wagon Review
Price Estimate: $1,821 - $2,585

Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Massive people-hauling and cargo-toting ability, powerful engines, wide range of configurations, available Traveler package.
Cons
- Fuel economy, size.
What’s new
All Econolines get A-pillar grab handles, tilt steering, backlit cruise control switches, an illuminated rear auxiliary climate control switch, low-fuel and cruise-control-on indicators in the gauge cluster. Newly optional on the XL is an overhead console. XLT has standard dual illuminated sun visors and front floor mats. E-350 Super Duty models can now be equipped with the luxury Traveler package, while E-350 Super Duty Extended vans get an upgraded transmission. Optional on XLT is an in-dash six-CD changer, and models equipped with the Chateau package get a dual-media cassette/CD stereo, privacy glass and an overhead console.
Edmunds says
Why buy a minivan when for the same price you can have a full-size van? Oh right, parking and fuel economy, to name just two. Well, if you've got nothing but wide-open spaces and lots of cash to plug into the tank, give the Ford Econoline Wagon a try. And look closely at the XLT Traveler, which is to family road trips what Valium is to stress.
For sale near Aurora, CO
5 listings
- 277,017 miles
- 1 accident, 2 owners, personal use
- Scott Harrison Motor (862 mi away)
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Located in Houston, TX
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
Listing Information:
VIN: 1FBSS31LX2HA56209
Stock: 2HA56209
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 12-20-2024- 155,736 miles
- No accidents, 4 owners, personal use only
- 12 Seats
- TX Auto Group Houston (870 mi away)
- Third-row seating
- Rear Bench Seats
- 10,000lb+ Towing Cap...
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Located in Houston, TX
- 2002 Ford Econoline E350 Chateau Super Duty Passenger Van- Legendary 215 Horsepower 7.3L V8 Power Stroke Turbo Diesel Engine- Extra Clean / Adult Ow...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
Listing Information:
VIN: 1FMNE31F42HB66565
Stock: B66565-AL
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Vehicle overview
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, tilt steering, air conditioning and a class one trailer-towing package. XL models have front bucket seats, while XLTs get front captain's chairs.
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 7 or 8 (E-150), 12 (E-350 Super Duty) or 15 (E-350 Super Duty Extended) people.
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 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 286 pound-feet of torque, while the 5.4-liter makes 255 horsepower and 350 lb-ft 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 lb-ft of torque way down at 1,800 rpm. 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 to match that.
To make owning a full-size van more palatable to the masses, Ford has conjured up the Traveler package, which can be added to XLT versions of the standard-length Econoline Wagon. Adding the Traveler package provides buyers with such goodies as leather seats, an onboard entertainment system with two 6-inch flip-down LCD monitors, an in-dash six-CD changer and even aluminum wheels on the E-150.
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 GM vans have the most powerful engine lineup, but beyond that, we recommend buyers in this market focus on the pricing and packaging that meets their needs.
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in Colorado
$254/mo for Econoline Wagon E-150 XL
Econoline Wagon E-150 XL
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$262/mo
Avg. Midsize Van
Ford Econoline Wagon Owner Reviews
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Proven Winner
4.63 out of 5 starsProven Winner, 02/07/2009
2000 Ford Econoline Wagon E-150 XL 3dr Van
You ever notice how many emergency vehicles and fleet vehicles are the Econoline. There is a reason there are nowhere near as many Chevy/GMC or Dodge vans chosen by the pros. This is my second E150 conversion and I put over 250,000 miles on my 1st ('88) but couldnt pass smog in SoCal so I had to trade it in for this one. So far, only had the alternator go out on this one and my 88 went a … quarter million mile on the orig motor and transmission without ever a problem. Take care of these American Icons and they can last nearly forever. In the 70's I used to drive an Econoline between SD and LA for years as a Bonded Courier. Would not want any other ride because I never once had a problem!
Ford- poor quality
2.25 out of 5 starstuxedo, 11/10/2002
2000 Ford Econoline Wagon E-150 XL 3dr Van
This is our first ford and we bought it
new. In its first two years, the AC
system broke down five times
(compressor was replaced twice,
expansion valve replaced four times,
electrical switch replaced, flapper
door repaired), the transmission had to
be rebuilt, a door latch broke, the
connection between the steering column
and the steering box needed replacement …
twice, one front seatbelt replaced, a
horrendous grinding noise at start-up
from the AC compressor from day one to
this day (the dealer showed us a Ford
service bulletin that says such a noise
is normal). Other than that, the truck
has been trouble free.
Killer Traveler Van
5 out of 5 starssuburbank2500, 07/25/2003
2002 Ford Econoline Wagon E-150 XLT 3dr Van (4.2L 6cyl 4A)
This van is my daily commuter; It's got
the Traveller package, and the kid
quiet option (2 screens with a VCP).
I've always been 'get the bigger motor'
but the 289 (4.6L) v8 is just fine. I
get about 20-21 on highway, 15-17
mixed. the ONLY thing is it's a rear
wheel driver, so I'll have to retrain
myself for winter. Don't waste your
money on some tinny, mini-van. They …
don't have nearly the room and cost
about $2-$3K more
FORD 100% BETTER THAN CHEVY
5 out of 5 starsJOE MASTENCIA, 12/09/2002
2002 Ford Econoline Wagon E-350 SD XLT 3dr Van (5.4L 8cyl 4A)
I DROVE BOTH VANS AND HANDS DOWN THE
FORD KILLED THE CHEVY. I ORIGINALY
WANTED A CHEVY BUT I WAS SWAYED BY
FRIENDS THAT OWNED FORD VANS AND THEIR
FEEDBACK MADE ME MAKE THE SWITCH. FORD
CARS ARE IFFY BUT THEY SURE KNOW HOW TO
MAKE A TRUCK.
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2002 Ford Econoline Wagon, so we've included reviews for other years of the Econoline Wagon since its last redesign.
2002 Econoline Wagon Highlights
E-150 XL
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $23,560 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 14 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $254/month |
Seating | 8 seats |
Drivetrain | rear wheel drive |
Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
Safety
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver4 / 5Passenger4 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriverNot RatedPassengerNot Rated
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRollover2 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
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