Ecoboost 3.5 Towing MPG Sucks
Hi all, back after a couple years without a RV......I jumped back in with a Passport Ultra Lite 153ML, GVWR of 4500lbs. I just returned from picking up the trailer and pulled it with my 2017 F150 3...
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APT wrote:Grodyman wrote:
I was astonished to pull such a lightweight, aerodynamic trailer and the best MPG I got was 10.2 MPG. I went as low as 8.5 MPG.
I could have done better than that with my F250 with the 6.2 V8.
I'm not sure where you got those expectations. Every gas engine seems to get 8-10mpg towing any high walled RV. Budget for 8mpg and be happy when you get 9. Budget for 10mpg and you'll be unhappy about 9. Reset your expectations and enjoy camping. 10% less fuel used when towing is likely not going to impact your budget significantly.
X2. If you're worried about fuel economy, then RVing is not for you.
