2011 Ford E-150: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2011 Ford E-150 is a light-update year, led by standard AdvanceTrac stability and rollover control on cargo vans. Ford also marked 50 years of the Econoline/E-Series with a special anniversary package.
About the 2011 Ford E-150
Fourth-generation E-Series/Econoline van (1992-2014 van and wagon body), in its late-cycle years after the bigger 2008-2009 freshening.
Ford positioned the E-150 as the traditional American full-size van: rear-wheel drive, V8 power, big interior volume, strong towing and payload capability, and easy adaptation for cargo, passenger, or specialty use. In cargo form it is a simple work tool for trades and fleets; in wagon form it is a large people mover for churches, shuttle use, and buyers who need more room than a minivan can offer. Its main differentiators were size, durability, and configuration flexibility.
The base and Extended cargo vans are two-seat, rear-wheel-drive work vans with swing-out side and rear cargo doors; the Extended has a longer cargo body. The XL wagon seats eight, while the XLT adds cloth seats, power accessories, cruise control, and a CD/MP3 stereo.
What changed, by category
2011 Ford E-150 specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V8, 4.6 Liter / V8, 5.4 Liter (E150) | V8, 4.6 Liter / V8, 5.4 Liter | V8, Flex Fuel, 4.6 Liter / V8, 5.4L | V8, Flex Fuel, 4.6 Liter / V8, Flex Fuel, 5.4 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 4-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 4-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 4-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 4-Spd w/Overdrive |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Flexible Fuel | Flexible Fuel |
| MPG City | 12–13 mpg | 12–13 mpg | 12–13 mpg | 12–13 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 15–16 mpg | 15–16 mpg | 15–16 mpg | 15–16 mpg |
| Horsepower | 225–255 hp | 225–255 hp | 225–255 hp | 225–255 hp |
| Torque | 286–350 lb-ft | 286–350 lb-ft | 286–350 lb-ft | 286–350 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 7000 lb | 7000 lb | 7500 lb | 7300 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 237.8 cu-ft | 278.3 cu-ft | ||
| Rear Legroom | 40 in | 40 in | ||
| Seats | 8 | 8 | 5 | 2 |
| Doors | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Alarm System | ||||
| Cruise Control | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| Traction Control | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| Power Mirrors | ||||
| Navigation System | ||||
| Premium Audio | ||||
| Rear Air Conditioning | ||||
| Leather Seats | ||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||||
| Power Driver Seat | ||||
| Power Locks | ||||
| Power Windows | ||||
| Third Row Seat | ||||
| Tilt Wheel | ||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2011 Ford E-150?
The biggest change is standard AdvanceTrac with Roll Stability Control on 2011 E-150 cargo vans. The system helps manage skids and can intervene when it detects a risk of rollover.
Did the 2011 Ford E-150 cargo van get a flex-fuel engine?
Yes. The base and Extended 2011 E-150 cargo vans use a flex-fuel version of the 4.6-liter V8 instead of the previous gas-only version.
Was there a 50th Anniversary version of the 2011 Ford E-150?
Yes. Ford offered a special 50th Anniversary package tied to the 2011 E-150 XLT Premium wagon to celebrate 50 years of the Econoline/E-Series.
Is the 2011 Ford E-150 a full redesign?
No. The 2011 E-150 remains part of the fourth-generation E-Series and receives only a light update, with no major structural change.
What does the 2011 Ford E-150 add over the 2010 model?
The 2011 E-150 adds standard stability and rollover control to cargo vans, switches the base and Extended cargo vans to flex-fuel V8 power, and offers a 50th Anniversary package. Otherwise, the lineup changes very little.