2016 vs. 2017 F150 EcoBoost

IdaD wrote:
Anybody paying these prices for a half ton needs to have their head checked. You can get a big diesel for less...WAY more truck for the money.

For people that spend a LOT of time in their trucks, they want more creature comforts. For people that expect a higher level trim, they want fancy leather and gadgets.

For people like you and me, we are more concerned with function over form. I have a bottom of the line Ram with the big engine and few other "upgrades". I don't have a need for fancy pants stuff, so I don't pay for it. My friend is one of those guys that needs the stuff... he paid substantially more for a 6.4 Hemi loaded out Ram then I paid for my diesel Ram. To each their own.

I KNOW there are people out there buying these loaded out expensive trucks because I see them quite often in the campgrounds. Those are people that are willing to pay these prices because they prefer the bling over the larger engine or heavier powertrain. That is their money and their decision.

Good for them that they can afford to pay for these trucks. Good for manufacturers giving them what they want. They look at me with a bare bones truck with the same quizzical look that I give them with their loaded out trucks. To each their own.

I think Ford is doing a GREAT job with these engines. They are filling a market of drivers who need to carry a heavier load on rare occasion, but want decent mileage when they aren't towing and plenty of power when they are towing. This truck has done a great job compromising those needs.