2013 Ford E-150: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2013 Ford E-150 is a carryover with no major changes from 2012. Its older low-roof body, V8 powertrains, trims, safety equipment, and cabin technology continue without a significant update.
About the 2013 Ford E-150
Fourth-generation E-Series, near the end of the 1992-2014 cargo/passenger body run, using the later 2008-style front-end update.
Ford positioned the E-150 as a full-size van built to move tools, cargo, crews, or passengers with simple truck-based hardware and a big, usable interior. The main appeal was not flashy technology; it was familiar mechanical simplicity, enclosed space, towing and hauling ability, and lots of commercial or shuttle use cases. Compared with newer rivals, the E-150’s identity was old-school durability and easy upfit potential for work fleets, community groups, and buyers who wanted a proven low-roof full-size van.
The regular and extended cargo vans are simple two-seat work vehicles, with the extended model providing about 278 cubic feet of room behind the front seats. The eight-seat XL Wagon has an easy-clean, basic cabin, while the XLT Wagon adds cloth front seats, power windows and locks, cruise control, rear air conditioning, and a more finished interior.
2013 Ford E-150 specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V8, 4.6 Liter / V8, 5.4 Liter | V8, 4.6 Liter / V8, 5.4 Liter | V8, Flex Fuel, 4.6 Liter / V8, Flex Fuel, 5.4 Liter | 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 | 16 mpg | 16 mpg | 16–17 mpg | 16–17 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 changed on the 2013 Ford E-150 compared with the 2012 model?
No major product changes arrived for the 2013 Ford E-150. The body, V8 powertrains, trim lineup, safety equipment, and cabin technology largely carried over from 2012.
Was the 2013 Ford E-150 redesigned?
No, the 2013 Ford E-150 was not redesigned. It remained part of the fourth-generation E-Series and retained the older low-roof body with the front-end design introduced for 2008.
Which versions of the 2013 Ford E-150 were offered?
The 2013 Ford E-150 came as regular- and extended-length two-seat cargo vans or as eight-seat XL and XLT passenger wagons. The XL was the basic passenger model, while the XLT added more comfort and convenience equipment.
Did the 2013 Ford E-150 gain new safety or technology features?
No, the 2013 Ford E-150 did not receive a lineup-wide safety or technology upgrade. It retained stability control with rollover mitigation, four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes, and a basic AM/FM stereo with an audio input.