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2011 Ecoboost F150 driving impressions
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<blockquote data-quote="mustangc" data-source="post: 10394923" data-attributes="member: 87570"><p><strong>Ecoboost tops the list</strong></p><p></p><p>The EPA has released the mileage ratings for the EcoBoost, so the picture is finally complete for all 2011 F-150's. I have to admit that I had still been leaning towards the 6.2 because of the ultimate power and sound of the big V8. However, comparing the mpg rating is quickly tipping the scales in the EcoBoost's favor. I knew the 6.2 would be much worse, but I didn't expect it to be 2 mpg less than my 2005 5.4 3V. The figures below are for 4x4 models, which are 1-2 mpg less than 4x2 models:</p><p></p><p>Engine.....Mileage........Power......Max Tow....Cost over base</p><p>3.7..........16/21........302/278......5800............-</p><p>5.0..........14/19........360/380......9800........$1000</p><p>EB 3.5......15/21........365/420.....11300.......$2315</p><p>6.2..........12/16........411/434.....11100.......$3260</p><p></p><p>(FYI - 6.2 Raptor SuperCrew mileage is 11/14!!!)</p><p></p><p>Of course, the numbers above are for example only as often the model, cab, wheelbase, axle, etc. has to change when moving between the engines and tow packages. However, it does prove a point.</p><p></p><p>The Ecoboost matches the most fuel efficient V6 in highway mpg while also matching the most powerful engine in capability. As much as my heart pines for the 6.2, the long term cost can't be justified, especially if tuners get the EB up over 400 horsepower. I have driven the EcoBoost, but I have yet to DRIVE the 6.2, so there is always the possibility that a back-to-back drive may change my mind again, but I doubt it.</p><p></p><p>My wife wants a 6.2 S-crew Raptor. So do I, but at 11/14 mpg, it couldn't be a daily driver replacement for the '05 Lariat. It would have to be a toy (as Ford intended). But for a $50k sticker, I'd rather have a GT500 as the family 'pet'.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="mustangc, post: 10394923, member: 87570"] [b]Ecoboost tops the list[/b] The EPA has released the mileage ratings for the EcoBoost, so the picture is finally complete for all 2011 F-150's. I have to admit that I had still been leaning towards the 6.2 because of the ultimate power and sound of the big V8. However, comparing the mpg rating is quickly tipping the scales in the EcoBoost's favor. I knew the 6.2 would be much worse, but I didn't expect it to be 2 mpg less than my 2005 5.4 3V. The figures below are for 4x4 models, which are 1-2 mpg less than 4x2 models: Engine.....Mileage........Power......Max Tow....Cost over base 3.7..........16/21........302/278......5800............- 5.0..........14/19........360/380......9800........$1000 EB 3.5......15/21........365/420.....11300.......$2315 6.2..........12/16........411/434.....11100.......$3260 (FYI - 6.2 Raptor SuperCrew mileage is 11/14!!!) Of course, the numbers above are for example only as often the model, cab, wheelbase, axle, etc. has to change when moving between the engines and tow packages. However, it does prove a point. The Ecoboost matches the most fuel efficient V6 in highway mpg while also matching the most powerful engine in capability. As much as my heart pines for the 6.2, the long term cost can't be justified, especially if tuners get the EB up over 400 horsepower. I have driven the EcoBoost, but I have yet to DRIVE the 6.2, so there is always the possibility that a back-to-back drive may change my mind again, but I doubt it. My wife wants a 6.2 S-crew Raptor. So do I, but at 11/14 mpg, it couldn't be a daily driver replacement for the '05 Lariat. It would have to be a toy (as Ford intended). But for a $50k sticker, I'd rather have a GT500 as the family 'pet'. [/QUOTE]
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