Ford E-Series Wagon

Introduction

Ford E-Series Wagon is another gem from the prestigious and highly reputed company of Ford.

This full size can be rightly labelled as one of the most favourite vans of America. It has been serving for 35 years and still now it has retained its popularity among the car lovers.

What's New For 2014?

This popular line of vans can easily accommodate the cargo and the passengers with ease it these are full-size vans. The 2014 E-350 Super Duty XLT 3dr Van (5.4L 8cyl 4A) comes with all features that are meant to offer you great comfort. The E-150 too offers the same comfort and usability.

Models and Features

Basically, Ford E-Series Wagon 2014 is available in two different models, like E-350 Super Duty and E-150. Both have trim levels -XL and XLT. Both the vans come with 3 engine options as well as 2 different body lengths.

In both the vans you will find 2 rear side door and these are in 2 different types- like either a sliding door or 40/60 split hinged doors. Both the doors are situated on the side of the passenger. However, in both the models you will not find any rear door option for the driver’s side.

The E-150 model comes with a body length of 216.7-inch and it allows a spacious interior space of 237 cubic feet, and offers seating space for 8 passengers.

The Ford E-150 model is available two trim levels, like XL and XLT. The XL model comes with an AM/FM stereo, front A/C, front bucket seats, vinyl upholstery, windows and locks (manual), and exterior trim of black plastic, and steel wheels of 16-inch and these are with hubcaps.

The XLT model comes with a CD player, locks and power windows, front captain's chairs (cloth), rear carpeting, cloth front, extra insulation, material for extra sound deadening, front and rear A/C system of high-capacity, and chrome exterior trim.

The model E-350 comes with more or less specifications as of the E-150. This model is available in 236.7-inch body that comes with a cabin space of 275 cubic feet, and the 216.7-inch body that comes with the same specifications of the E-150 model.

However, there are some differences in the two models, like the short body style of E-350 comes with larger space and seating arrangements for 12 passengers. It also features bench seat in the additional fourth row. Also, in the longer bodystyle of the E-350 you will find 15-passenger configurations, five-row, and 11 passenger and four-row.

 Options and Packages

Both the models of this line come with cool options and packages. To make the vans more useful and worthy there are options like a rearview camera, a navigation system that comes with a touchscreen display of 6.5-inch, a rear parking aid (ultrasonic), a power outlet of 110-volt, remote keyless entry, SiriusXM satellite radio, and running boards. SiriusXM Travel Link is there with the navigation system and this link provides useful information such as movie lists, sports scores, weather forecasts, fuel prices, and more.

SYNC is also there in the technology option. It is the connectivity system based on Ford's Bluetooth and it allows users to stream music, make phone calls, and others.

Options for capability boosting include 2 different batteries of heavy duty, 2 different alternators of high capacity, and 1 trailer towing package to bring 1 frame-mounted hitch receiver, 1 trailer lights relay system, 1 trailer wiring harness and that is in bumper bracket, and an electric brake controller that have tap-in capability.

Under The Hood

The model E-350 is offered 2 trim levels of XL and XLT with the features that are same as the E-150 model.

However, the powertrain lineup, interior, and chassis have seen some minor changes than their predecessors but still the E-Series models nonetheless provide reliability, durability, and space that many buyers particularly of this segment do value the most.

Fuel Economy

The 5.4-liter V8 will offer you the standard E-350, while the massive upgrade engine of 6.8-liter V10 will produce 305 horsepower, and it will also give 420 lb-ft. It is also paired with a 5-speed automatic and it comes with 10/13 mpg return.

If it is properly equipped, the V10 powered model is able to tow 10,000 pounds that is stunning indeed. On the other hand V8 vans can tow 6,700 pounds.

Safety Ratings and Technology

Though the E-Series Wagon line does not feature side-curtain airbags and side airbags, but still the line offers standard safety features that include 1 a tire-pressure monitoring system, dual front airbags, and stability control.

The recent line that will replace E-Series is Transit, and this line will offer more comfort, durability, and other features that will mark Ford’s use of advanced technology.

Conclusion

The E-Series Wagon is no doubt a loveable van from Ford. Though it lacks many features and particularly those that are present in its competitors of present time, but it can be said, that this line of full-size vans is appreciable. Not to forget that this line has served the market of the automotive for long years. And its reputation itself speaks of its value.

The major areas where these vans excel are spacious interior and comfort. 8 to 12 passengers can travel in these vans with comfort. Some years before these vans have been considered as the vans that are most compact that were even manufactured. And this line was in high demand. These vans were available in different colours as well as many designs. These vans also come with amazing features and latest components that these vans highly worthy to use.

Though these are going to be replaced by their successors, but it can be said that they have served nicely till they reign in the market. Offering high comfort and durability along with modern features and options these vans are in all senses valuable to use. If you want to experience the comfort of E-Series wagon, you can try out any of the 2 available models of the 2014 E-Series Wagon line.