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coolmom42
Jul 07, 2018Explorer II
My traveling partner has a 2017 model--with the 10 speed transmission. It does an excellent job assisting with braking, and it is silky smooth. I had my doubts, and of course there is the unknown of long-term reliability, but the 10 speed seems to be perfectly matched to the Ecoboost 3.5 L.
When not towing, at interstate speeds, it stays in 9-10 gear and gas mileage is 20 mpg. In tow/haul mode, it shifts between 7-8-9, but not excessively. Our tow mileage sucked due to headwinds/crosswinds and awful roads, but hung around 8-9 mpg.
Very comfortable truck except I do not like the headrests... they tilt too far forward.
When not towing, at interstate speeds, it stays in 9-10 gear and gas mileage is 20 mpg. In tow/haul mode, it shifts between 7-8-9, but not excessively. Our tow mileage sucked due to headwinds/crosswinds and awful roads, but hung around 8-9 mpg.
Very comfortable truck except I do not like the headrests... they tilt too far forward.
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