Getting ready to buy F250
I found a 2016 Ruby Red truck. It's an XLT 6.2l with 3.73 locker, crew cab, 6.75' bed, snow plow package, extra hd alternator, value package and more. I commute a lot and mileage is important. ...
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1jeep wrote:TucsonJim wrote:
If you want a very capable truck and plan on putting a lot of miles on it, give serious consideration to a diesel engine. You'll get much better mileage, better torque, and a longer lasting engine and higher trade in values. On the down side, it is a much more expensive initial purchase, and oil changes are more expensive. On my ford F350, I get 19mpg on the highway, 14 in town, and 10.5 while towing 13,000 pounds.
You must drive slower than my father on freeway! I have NEVER gotten over 17mpg from my 6.7, that was driving with cruise set to 65mph. Im not complaining as I do average 16.5 on my daily commute.
I failed to mention that it was downhill both ways with a tail wind! ;-)
I have no clue why. And when I'm not towing, I'm closer to 70. I'm heading out for a four day trip to Salt Lake later today. I'll check it again.
Jim
