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Bruce_H_
Jul 16, 2014Explorer
For two years I pulled a 3500 lb GVWR trailer with a Honda Pilot, did OK on flat or rolling terrain, not so great in the mountains. Last February I purchased a dedicated tow vehicle, a new 2013 Ford 4WD Expedition XLT with the HD Tow Package for $35K. A world of difference between the two--the Expedition just handles it with no fuss, and better gas mileage to boot! 11.5 mpg with the Expy vs. 10 mpg with the Pilot.
My recommendation: get the 2015 Ford Expedition with the EcoBoost engine due out in a few months or the 2014 Chevy Tahoe. Hands down, better than any mid-sized tow vehicle. Another good choice is the Dodge Durango with the Hemi.
Bruce
My recommendation: get the 2015 Ford Expedition with the EcoBoost engine due out in a few months or the 2014 Chevy Tahoe. Hands down, better than any mid-sized tow vehicle. Another good choice is the Dodge Durango with the Hemi.
Bruce
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