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1997 Ford E150 Econoline MPG & fuel economy

The 1997 Ford E150 Econoline is a van offered in 3 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 15 MPG combined (14 city / 18 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 13 to 15 MPG. That's up 1 MPG from the 1996 model. Among 19 vans rated for 1997, it ranks 8th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $3,100 a year to fuel.

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Combined 15 MPG 14 MPG city · 18 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $3,100 15,000 mi/yr · $20.67 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1997 #8 of 19 Vans by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1997 Ford E150 Econoline's fuel average is 6.4 km/L (15.7 L/100 km), or 15 MPG combined: 6.0 km/L in the city and 7.7 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City146.016.8
Highway187.713.1
Combined156.415.7

How it ranks among 1997 Vans

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  1. 1Chevrolet Astro Cargo17 MPG $2,735
  2. 2Ford Aerostar Van17 MPG $2,735
  3. 3Ford Aerostar Wagon17 MPG $2,735
  4. 4Toyota Previa17 MPG $2,735
  5. 5GMC Safari Cargo17 MPG $2,735
  6. 8Ford E150 Econoline15 MPG $3,100
  7. 19Dodge B3500 Wagon12 MPG $3,875
1997 E150 EconolineOther vansClass median: $3,100/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

E150 Econoline MPG across model years

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3 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 4.2L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
E150 Econoline 2WD		 Gas 14 MPG 18 MPG 15 MPG — $3,100
RWD · 4.6L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic
E150 Econoline 2WD		 Gas 14 MPG 18 MPG 15 MPG — $3,100
RWD · 5.4L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic
E150 Econoline 2WD		 Gas 11 MPG 17 MPG 13 MPG — $3,577

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
4.2L 6-cyl
Transmission
4-speed automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Tailpipe CO₂
592 g/mi

1997 Ford E150 Econoline vs. rivals

vs Dodge B1500/B2500 Van 15 MPG · $3,100/yr Same fuel cost vs Chevrolet Van 1500/2500 15 MPG · $3,100/yr Same fuel cost vs GMC Savana Cargo 15 MPG · $3,100/yr Same fuel cost vs Chevrolet Express Passenger 15 MPG · $3,100/yr Same fuel cost vs GMC Savana Passenger 15 MPG · $3,100/yr Same fuel cost vs Chevrolet Astro Passenger 16 MPG · $2,906/yr Astro Passenger saves $194/yr vs GMC Safari Passenger 16 MPG · $2,906/yr Safari Passenger saves $194/yr vs Volkswagen Eurovan 14 MPG · $3,321/yr E150 Econoline saves $221/yr vs Dodge B3500 Van 14 MPG · $3,321/yr E150 Econoline saves $221/yr vs Dodge B1500/B2500 Wagon 14 MPG · $3,321/yr E150 Econoline saves $221/yr vs Chevrolet Astro Cargo 17 MPG · $2,735/yr Astro Cargo saves $365/yr vs GMC Safari Cargo 17 MPG · $2,735/yr Safari Cargo saves $365/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1997 Ford E150 Econoline?

Up to 15 MPG combined (14 city / 18 highway); ratings range from 13 to 15 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1997 Ford E150 Econoline use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1997 Ford E150 Econoline?

The 1997 Ford E150 Econoline's fuel average is 6.4 km/L (15.7 L/100 km), or 15 MPG combined: 6.0 km/L in the city and 7.7 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1997 Ford E150 Econoline per year?

About $3,100 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $20.67 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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