Ford E250 Econoline 2WD
15 MPG The 2005 Ford E250 Econoline 2WD is EPA-rated at 15 MPG combined (13 city / 17 highway). Over 15,000 miles a year that is about 1000 gallons, $3200 a year in fuel, or $0.213 per mile at $3.20/gal.
Across its full 1984–2005 run it averages 13.1 MPG, improving by 2.7 MPG over 22 model years.
Running cost at different fuel prices and mileages
The figure everyone actually wants, and the one the EPA does not publish — because it depends on a fuel price no agency will commit to.
| Fuel price | Per mile | 10,000 mi/yr | 15,000 mi/yr | 20,000 mi/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $2.50/gal | $0.167 | $1667 | $2500 | $3333 |
| $3.00/gal | $0.200 | $2000 | $3000 | $4000 |
| $3.20/gal | $0.213 | $2133 | $3200 | $4267 |
| $3.50/gal | $0.233 | $2333 | $3500 | $4667 |
| $4.00/gal | $0.267 | $2667 | $4000 | $5333 |
| $4.50/gal | $0.300 | $3000 | $4500 | $6000 |
| $5.00/gal | $0.333 | $3333 | $5000 | $6667 |
Every model year
| Year | Combined | City | Highway | EPA fuel cost/yr | CO₂ g/mi | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 15 MPG | 13 | 17 | $4150 | 592 | 1 |
| 2004 | 15 MPG | 14 | 18 | $4150 | 592 | 1 |
| 2003 | 13.7 MPG | 12 | 16 | $4567 | 651 | 3 |
| 2002 | 13.5 MPG | 12.5 | 17 | $4625 | 659 | 2 |
| 2001 | 14 MPG | 12.5 | 17.5 | $4450 | 635 | 2 |
| 2000 | 13.5 MPG | 12 | 16.5 | $4625 | 659 | 2 |
| 1999 | 13.5 MPG | 11.5 | 16.5 | $4625 | 659 | 2 |
| 1998 | 14 MPG | 12.5 | 16.5 | $4475 | 638 | 2 |
| 1997 | 13.5 MPG | 11.5 | 16.5 | $4625 | 659 | 2 |
| 1996 | 12.3 MPG | 11 | 14.7 | $5067 | 722 | 3 |
| 1995 | 12.3 MPG | 11 | 14.7 | $5067 | 722 | 3 |
| 1994 | 12.3 MPG | 11.3 | 14.3 | $5067 | 722 | 3 |
| 1993 | 12.7 MPG | 11.3 | 15 | $4967 | 709 | 3 |
| 1992 | 12.7 MPG | 11.7 | 14.7 | $4967 | 709 | 3 |
| 1991 | 12.8 MPG | 11.5 | 15 | $4925 | 702 | 4 |
| 1990 | 12.8 MPG | 11.6 | 14.6 | $4900 | 699 | 5 |
| 1989 | 12.7 MPG | 11.3 | 14.3 | $4967 | 709 | 3 |
| 1988 | 12.3 MPG | 11 | 14 | $5083 | 725 | 3 |
| 1987 | 12.3 MPG | 11 | 13.8 | $5138 | 734 | 4 |
| 1986 | 13 MPG | 12 | 14.7 | $4850 | 692 | 3 |
| 1985 | 12.2 MPG | 11.2 | 13.5 | $5192 | 740 | 6 |
| 1984 | 12.3 MPG | 11.4 | 13.7 | $5173 | 737 | 11 |
Where a model year offered several engines or drivetrains, the figure is the average across all EPA-tested trims that year — the trim count is shown so you can see how much averaging is involved.
How it compares in its class
Among the 32 vans models tracked here, the Ford E250 Econoline 2WD ranks 15 on current figures, against a class average of 15.0 MPG.
Closest more-efficient alternatives in the same class: GMC G15/25 Vandura 2WD (15.5), Chevrolet G10/20 Van 2WD (15.7), GMC Vandura G15/25 2WD (15.7), Chevrolet Astro 2WD (passenger) (16), Ford Aerostar Van AWD (16).
Tailpipe CO₂ is rated at 592 grams per mile, which works out to roughly 8.9 tonnes a year at 15,000 miles.
Questions
What MPG does the Ford E250 Econoline 2WD get?
The 2005 Ford E250 Econoline 2WD is rated at 15 MPG combined by the EPA — 13 city and 17 highway. Across all 22 model years in the database it averages 13.1 MPG, ranging from 9 to 15 depending on year and trim.
How much does a Ford E250 Econoline 2WD cost in fuel per year?
At 15 MPG and 15,000 miles a year, it burns about 1000 gallons — roughly $3200 a year with fuel at $3.20 a gallon, or $0.213 per mile. The EPA's own published annual figure for the 2005 model is $4150.
Has the Ford E250 Econoline 2WD become more efficient over time?
Yes. It has gone from 12.3 MPG in 1984 to 15 in 2005 — an improvement of 2.7 MPG, or 22% across 22 model years.
Is the Ford E250 Econoline 2WD efficient for its class?
It ranks 15 of 32 in the Vans class on current figures, against a class average of 15.0 MPG. That is 0.0 worse than typical for the class.
EPA test figures from fueleconomy.gov. Cost per mile and annual fuel spend are computed at a reference price of $3.20 per gallon — use your own price. Estimates based on official test figures and average fuel prices. Real-world consumption varies with driving style, load, terrain and maintenance.