Right on the heels of the base E-150 the 2011 Ford E-250 tacks on 20 more inches of interior space (140 inches total) and the maximum gross vehicle weight rating jumps to 8900 pounds. The E-250 is available in both regular and extended lengths and features a 255-horespower 5.4-liter V-8 which receives 350 pounds-feet of torque and is mated to a standard four-speed automatic with overdrive. A smaller 225-horsepower 4.6-liter V-8 is available as is a five-speed automatic transmission with TorqShift. Both engines are FlexFuel E85 capable and receive 9-13 mpg in the city and 12-17 mpg on the highway