Car financing: 2012 Ford E250 Van
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 16.1 to 17.1 L/100 km combined (EPA). 12 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 16.1 to 17.1 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 12
For sale
We do not have a 2012 Ford E250 Van for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2012 Ford E250 Van specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4.6L 8-cylinder | 5.4L 8-cylinder |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 17.8 L/100 km | 19.1 L/100 km |
| Highway | 14.0 L/100 km | 14.6 L/100 km |
| Combined | 16.1 L/100 km | 17.1 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 368 g/km | 394 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $24.96 | $26.51 |
2012 Ford E250 Van: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 4.6 L | 5.4 L |
| Cylinders | 8 | 8 |
| MPG city (US) | 13 | 12 |
| MPG highway (US) | 17 | 16 |
| MPG combined (US) | 15 | 14 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 18 | 17 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$4,450 | US$4,800 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $4,992 | $5,302 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2012 Ford E250 Van
- NHTSA lists 12 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 8 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system (2), power train (2) and seat belts (2). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16V350000 | 2016-05-24 | equipment adaptive/mobility | New England Wheels (New England) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Ford E-250, E-350, and 2015 Ford Transit vans equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts by Ricon. The platform side plate of the affected wheelchair lifts may crack. Additionally, the lifts are... |
| 15V779000 | 2015-11-20 | equipment adaptive/mobility | New England Wheels is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Ford E-250, and E-350 cargo vans modified to be equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts built by the Ricon Corporation. The affected lifts are equipped with folding link arms that may have pivot holes that... |
| 15V763000 | 2015-11-17 | equipment adaptive/mobility | Mobility Specialists, Inc. (Mobility Specialists) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Ford E-250, and E-350 vehicles modified to be equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured by Ricon Corporation. The platform side plate of the affected wheelchair... |
| 15V729000 | 2015-11-04 | equipment adaptive/mobility | MobilityWorks (WMK Inc.) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Ford E-150, E-250, and E-350 vans modified by MobilityWorks to be equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured by Ricon Corporation. The affected lifts are equipped with folding link arms... |
| 14V706000 | 2014-11-05 | equipment adaptive/mobility | Cummings Mobility Conversion & Supply (Cummings) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Ford E-150, E-250, E-350, Chevrolet Express, 2006-2008 Dodge Sprinter, and 2009-2014 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, and 2013 Ford Transit Connect vehicles manufactured January 1, 2006, to October 8, 2014, equipped with certain model... |
| 14V641000 | 2014-10-10 | equipment adaptive/mobility | Mobility Works (WMK Inc.) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Ford E150, E250, and E350 vans modified by Mobility Works to be equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured by Ricon Corporation. The platform side plate of the affected wheelchair lifts... |
| 14V617000 | 2014-10-03 | equipment adaptive/mobility | New England Wheels (New England) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 E-250, and E-350 vehicles modified by New England to be equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured by Ricon Corporation. The platform side plate of the affected wheelchair lifts may... |
| 14V584000 | 2014-09-23 | equipment adaptive/mobility | National Van Builders, Inc. (National Van) is recalling certain 2007-2014 Ford E-150 and E-250 vehicles manufactured February 26, 2007, to August 19, 2014, and equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured by Ricon Corporation. The platform side plate of the... |
| 14V501000 | 2014-08-06 | fuel system, other:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings | Adrian Steel Company (Adrian) is recalling certain model year 2012 Ford E-150, E-250 and E-350 Commercial Cargo Vans modified by Adrian between September 21, 2012, to September 24, 2012. The affected vehicles are equipped with certain propane fuel system conversion kits with an aluminum fuel line fitting... |
| 14V426000 | 2014-07-10 | fuel system, other:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings | Roush Performance Products, Inc. (Roush) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Ford E-150 Wagons and Cargo Vans, E-250 Cargo Vans and Extended Cargo Vans, E-350 Wagons, Extended Wagons, Cargo Vans, and Extended Vans, and E-450 Cutaway models. These models were modified by Roush to be equipped with certain... |
| 14V097000 | 2014-03-04 | fuel system, other:storage | Landi Renzo USA is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Ford E-150, E-250, and E-350 vehicles modified January 2, 2011, through February 24, 2014 to operate on compressed natural gas (CNG). In the affected vehicles, the left and right rear brackets that support the rear CNG cylinder may fail, allowing the... |
| 13V261000 | 2013-06-21 | equipment | Mobility Works is recalling certain model year 2006-2012 Ford E-150, E-250 and E-350 vehicles manufactured August 2006 through August 2012. The vehicles are equipped with certain Ricon S series and K Series wheelchair lifts with an optional armored pendant cable. The armored cable may be positioned such that it... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Car financing: the 2012 Ford E250 Van
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 2012 Ford E250 Van for sale by us right now. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. This page puts the 2012 Ford E250 Van in plain words for buyers: what it uses, what to check, and how to try one first.
Before you sign for the E250 Van
Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay. There are 12 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace.
Reading the spec sheet
Under the hood: the 4.6L 8-cylinder and rear-wheel drive. It runs on regular gas. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.
The EPA rates it at 16.1 L/100 km combined, so a 300 km weekend uses about 48 litres. At our price setting, driving 100 km costs about $24.96, and a 300 km weekend about $74.88. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$4,450 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Good uses for the E250 Van
It suits a family trip where everyone and everything fits in one car. It suits someone whose own car is in the shop for a while.
Living with the E250 Van
A tall roof and wide doors make it easy to load people and bags.
Try before you buy
Try the E250 Van on your commute, then decide. Rent the E250 Van first, and buy only if it fits your life. A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel.
Year and trim
If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires.
What it costs to run
Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. The EPA estimates US$4,450 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. A pre-purchase inspection is a small cost next to the price of the car.
Make a request
Rent it for a week, then decide: send a request with your dates.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2012 Ford E250 Van from us first.
Ask us about the 2012 Ford E250 Van
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2012 Ford E250 Van for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2012 Ford E250 Van
Does CarmaCars sell the 2012 Ford E250 Van?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2012 Ford E250 Van before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2012 Ford E250 Van have recalls?
NHTSA lists 12 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2012 Ford E250 Van cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$4,450 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $4992.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.