F150 3.5l w\EcoBoost, MaxTow package
You were all very helpful with my last question about towing with a Suburban. It sounds like I need a little more towing capacity, though nothing huge. I'm looking at the F150 3.5l w\EcoBoost and t...
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AlmostAnOldGuy wrote:
As for towing power the EcoBoost has been great. I have never felt under powered. In fact I feel I have power in reserve.
Whether running empty or towing I have come to really like the engine running at 2k rpm or lower. Makes for a more quiet and relaxed drive. The torque is very good and it has never had to search for the right gear.
Here is a run down on the kind of milage I see.
Running empty at 65 is around 19.5.
Towing at 60 is around 9.5.
In town short commute with a lot of stop lights (always out of sync) is 13.5.
Around town where I get to roll a bit between stops and traffic is lighter is 15-17.
Good luck,
Stu
I couldn't have said it better. I love mine as well. Coming from a 5.3 L Chevy, the pulling power increase is HUGE. I will also add that fuel economy is highly dependent upon the right foot (no surprise). Cruising at 55 in gentle terrain will get 21-22 mpg, while cruising at 75 will get 17-18.
