2005 Ford Econoline Wagon Trims and Specs

It doesn't look like a palace from the outside, but the 2005 Ford Econoline Wagon E-150 Chateau is the top-line offering for the half-ton passenger van. It comes with a 4.6-liter, 225-hp V8 with 286 lb-ft of torque or an optional 5.4-liter, 255-hp, 350 lb-ft of torque V8. Both are matched to a 4-speed auto tran. The Chateau name comes from the extra interior features. Upgrading from the XLT gets you privacy glass, running boards, remote locks, second row captain's chairs (which means the van only seats 7 instead of 8), a CD player, and leather steering wheel trim. This is in addition to front and rear climate control, full power features, cruise control, a tachometer, and intermittent wipers.

On the safety side, the 2005 Econoline Wagon E-150 Chateau features 16-inch wheels, a front twin I-beam and rear live axle suspension, 4-wheel ABS brakes, and dual front airbags. A limited slip rear differential is extra. A Chateau-only add-on is leather seats. Other options include alloy wheels, daytime running lights, and a manual sliding side door. Lots of power and room at a cheaper price than SUVs are what attract owners to the 2005 Econoline Wagon E-150 Chateau. A cheap interior and low mileage are downsides.

A passenger version of the cargo van, the 2005 Ford Econoline Wagon E-150 XL seats up to eight in three rows of bench seats. Power comes from a 4.6-liter, 225-hp V8 matched to a 4-speed automatic. As the base version, the 2005 Econoline Wagon E-150 XL is minimally equipped with air conditioning, tilt steering wheel, intermittent wipers, and a radio. It does get four-star crash ratings, however, thanks to a sturdy front independent double I-beam suspension and rear live axle suspension, 16-inch wheels, 4-wheel ABS brakes, and dual front airbags. A limited slip rear differential is available.

Extras include full power features, cruise control, a CD player, remote entry, a security system, and rear climate control. Cloth seats are available instead of the standard vinyl, and a manual sliding door can replace the hinged side door. Running boards, alloy wheels, and a trailer hitch are also available, and unlike the cargo van, the 2005 Econoline Wagon E-150 offers an optional overhead console. The wagon van is safe and sturdy and reliable, according to owners, but the 15/19 mpg and some wind noise are minor complaints.

The 2005 Ford Econoline Wagon E-150 XLT adds a few more features than on the XL. The rear-wheel drive passenger van seats eight in three rows, though legroom can be a bit cramped in the backseat. Power comes from a 4.6-liter, 225-hp V8 and 4-speed auto tran. A 5.4-liter, 255-hp V8 is also available. It sits on an F-Series truck platform, with 16-inch wheels, 4-wheel ABS brakes, and dual front airbags.

The 2005 Econoline Wagon E-150 XLT is the half-ton offering, and the wagon can tow up to 5600 pounds with the optional trailer hitch. The XLT adds cruise control, rear climate control, a cassette player, and power windows, locks, and mirrors to the already existing intermittent wipers, power steering, tilt steering wheel, and tachometer. Options include a limited slip differential, security system, CD player and changer, keyless entry, alloy wheels, and running boards. A manual sliding side door is also offered.