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1996 Ford E150 Club Wagon

EPA ID: 13123

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City MPG

Combined MPG

13MPG· Below Avg

Highway MPG

Fuel Economy Overview

The 1996 Ford E150 Club Wagon achieves an EPA-estimated 13 MPG in combined city and highway driving, with 11 MPG in the city and 15 MPG on the highway. Powered by a 5.8L 8-cylinder engine paired with a automatic 4-spd, this vans features Rear-Wheel Drive drive.

In terms of environmental impact, the 1996 E150 Club Wagon produces approximately 684 grams of CO2 per mile. This figure is measured under standardized EPA test conditions and represents tailpipe emissions only. For context, the average new vehicle sold in the United States produces approximately 400 grams of CO2 per mile, meaning this E150 Club Wagon has higher-than-average emissions in this regard.

The estimated annual fuel cost for this vehicle is $4,600, based on 15,000 miles of driving per year and current national average fuel prices. Compared to the average new vehicle, you would save $12,250 over a 5-year period. This calculation accounts for differences in fuel consumption efficiency and provides a practical measure of long-term ownership costs attributable to fuel economy.

Energy DNA

Vehicle ClassVans

Fuel TypeRegular

Engine5.8L 8-cyl

AspirationNaturally Aspirated

TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd

Drive TypeRear-Wheel Drive

Green Scorecard

CO2 Emissions684 g/mi

Start-Stop SystemNot Equipped

GHG Score-1/10

Smog RatingN/A

Est. Annual Cost$4,600

5-Year Cost DeltaSave $12,250

Personalized Commute CalculatorEPA defaults to 55% City / 45% Hwy

55% City45% Highway

Adjust the slider to match your daily driving habits. City driving involves stop-and-go traffic under 45mph, while highway driving represents sustained speeds over 55mph.

Your Real MPG

12.5

Impact vs EPA

+$162

/ year

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The Brick Effect: Highway Speed Penalty

EPA highway tests average roughly 48 mph. Driving at 75 mph increases aerodynamic drag exponentially. Because the Vans has a large frontal area, expect your real-world highway fuel economy to drop by up to 25% at high speeds.

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated Monthly Cost

$775/mo

Includes estimated depreciation, fuel, insurance, and state fees over 5 years. Does not include loan interest.

Annual Mileage15,000 mi

Value Depreciation

Est. value lost over 60 months

$16,800

36.1%

Fuel & Electricity

Based on National Average rates ($3.50/gal)

$20,192

43.4%

Estimated Insurance

Based on vehicle class risk profile

$9,125

19.6%

State Registration Fees

Based on National Average DMV base rates

$400

0.9%

Total 5-Year Cost$46,517

Recall Intelligence

Campaign #06V286000·2006-08-07

critical

Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH SPEED CONTROL, GASOLINE OR NATURAL GAS ENGINES, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY OVERHEAT.

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: OVERHEATING COULD RESULT IN SMOKE OR BURN AND AN UNDERHOOD FIRE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A FUSED WIRING HARNESS INTO THE SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 7, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332. (NOTE: ALSO SEE RECALLS 05V017 AND 05V388)

Campaign #96V214000·1996-12-04

advisory

Component: PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL

THE PARKING BRAKE SYSTEMS MAY NOT HOLD THE VEHICLES ON A 20% GRADE WITH FOOT PEDAL EFFORTS OF 125 POUNDS OR LESS. THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 105, "HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEMS."

Consequence & Remedy

(Based on 200,000 miles driven)

136.7 metric tons CO₂

Equivalent To:

🌳 169 tree seedlings grown for 10 yrs

✈️ 11.4 cross-country flights/yr

Data Provenance

Data directly from the EPA National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory. The combined rating is a weighted average (55% city, 45% highway). For official figures, visit fueleconomy.gov.