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06-17-2014, 02:49 AM
#13
Senior Member
I was just in your situation. I picked the 5.0 due to the fact that it averages about the same mpg as the Eco. I liked the stx sport package the best and they don't offer the Eco in stx. I also wanted the classic v8 rumble. Another aspect I looked at was potential failure of turbos out of warranty down the road. That could be a pretty good sent in your pocket. Just my .02
06-17-2014, 10:05 AM
#14
If you want a crew cab, no 3.7.
The 5.0 is a good motor, and doesnt cost extra, and mpg is about the same as the 3.5.
The 6.2 would be a fun motor, but mpg not that great, and it costs more to buy, (up to $6k depending on trim level). And they are getting harder to find.
The 3.5 has its gremlins, but are getting worked out. Should be fixed completely for 2015. The turbos are the least of the worries.
If you dont have kids, and dont tow heavy, a supercab with the 3.7 is a good choice
The 5.0 is a good motor, and doesnt cost extra, and mpg is about the same as the 3.5.
The 6.2 would be a fun motor, but mpg not that great, and it costs more to buy, (up to $6k depending on trim level). And they are getting harder to find.
The 3.5 has its gremlins, but are getting worked out. Should be fixed completely for 2015. The turbos are the least of the worries.
If you dont have kids, and dont tow heavy, a supercab with the 3.7 is a good choice
06-17-2014, 10:27 AM
#15
Beer Gut Extraordinaire
If you're looking for good gas mileage, take a look at the Ford Focus. I got 38 mpg in mine.
But if you're looking for 24mpg constantly, most owners here see 15-16mpg regardless of engine, So take that as you may. [MENTION=71697]KBS[/MENTION] has a 3.7 and he doesn't see any better mileage numbers than I do in my 5.0 (from what I remember). With that said, most of the F-150 engines will return very similar MPG numbers to each other (sans 6.2, that engine likes the fuel), so pricing and power for your needs are really the only differences.
Admittedly, for the last 6 months I've had a hate on for the Eco after I got rid of my first year model, then I had one as a rental, 2 model years newer. My opinion after driving the refined Eco is that you should drive both the 5.0 and Ecoboost (those are the volume engines and the ones you're likely to end up with), and decide which one is best for YOU. The Eco has a TON more low end torque than the V8, don't let anyone tell you otherwise. It also has a really nice transmission calibration. The tradeoff for that is having almost nothing down low until the turbos kick in, and being a twin turbo setup, it's got quite a bit of lag. The V8 has a great sound and plenty of power, but it's pretty sleepy until about 3500RPM. When 3500RPM comes around, it pulls like a bat out of hell. I got the same mileage in my Eco rental as I do in my 5.0.
So in short, the Eco is much stronger down low, but the V8 is more predictable. If you're towing, get the Eco. Not even the 6.2L will be as relaxing to tow with as the Eco is.
But if you're looking for 24mpg constantly, most owners here see 15-16mpg regardless of engine, So take that as you may. [MENTION=71697]KBS[/MENTION] has a 3.7 and he doesn't see any better mileage numbers than I do in my 5.0 (from what I remember). With that said, most of the F-150 engines will return very similar MPG numbers to each other (sans 6.2, that engine likes the fuel), so pricing and power for your needs are really the only differences.
Admittedly, for the last 6 months I've had a hate on for the Eco after I got rid of my first year model, then I had one as a rental, 2 model years newer. My opinion after driving the refined Eco is that you should drive both the 5.0 and Ecoboost (those are the volume engines and the ones you're likely to end up with), and decide which one is best for YOU. The Eco has a TON more low end torque than the V8, don't let anyone tell you otherwise. It also has a really nice transmission calibration. The tradeoff for that is having almost nothing down low until the turbos kick in, and being a twin turbo setup, it's got quite a bit of lag. The V8 has a great sound and plenty of power, but it's pretty sleepy until about 3500RPM. When 3500RPM comes around, it pulls like a bat out of hell. I got the same mileage in my Eco rental as I do in my 5.0.
So in short, the Eco is much stronger down low, but the V8 is more predictable. If you're towing, get the Eco. Not even the 6.2L will be as relaxing to tow with as the Eco is.
06-17-2014, 12:31 PM
#16
Senior Member
If you're looking for good gas mileage, take a look at the Ford Focus. I got 38 mpg in mine.
But if you're looking for 24mpg constantly, most owners here see 15-16mpg regardless of engine, So take that as you may. [MENTION=71697]KBS[/MENTION] has a 3.7 and he doesn't see any better mileage numbers than I do in my 5.0 (from what I remember). With that said, most of the F-150 engines will return very similar MPG numbers to each other (sans 6.2, that engine likes the fuel), so pricing and power for your needs are really the only differences.
Admittedly, for the last 6 months I've had a hate on for the Eco after I got rid of my first year model, then I had one as a rental, 2 model years newer. My opinion after driving the refined Eco is that you should drive both the 5.0 and Ecoboost (those are the volume engines and the ones you're likely to end up with), and decide which one is best for YOU. The Eco has a TON more low end torque than the V8, don't let anyone tell you otherwise. It also has a really nice transmission calibration. The tradeoff for that is having almost nothing down low until the turbos kick in, and being a twin turbo setup, it's got quite a bit of lag. The V8 has a great sound and plenty of power, but it's pretty sleepy until about 3500RPM. When 3500RPM comes around, it pulls like a bat out of hell. I got the same mileage in my Eco rental as I do in my 5.0.
So in short, the Eco is much stronger down low, but the V8 is more predictable. If you're towing, get the Eco. Not even the 6.2L will be as relaxing to tow with as the Eco is.
But if you're looking for 24mpg constantly, most owners here see 15-16mpg regardless of engine, So take that as you may. [MENTION=71697]KBS[/MENTION] has a 3.7 and he doesn't see any better mileage numbers than I do in my 5.0 (from what I remember). With that said, most of the F-150 engines will return very similar MPG numbers to each other (sans 6.2, that engine likes the fuel), so pricing and power for your needs are really the only differences.
Admittedly, for the last 6 months I've had a hate on for the Eco after I got rid of my first year model, then I had one as a rental, 2 model years newer. My opinion after driving the refined Eco is that you should drive both the 5.0 and Ecoboost (those are the volume engines and the ones you're likely to end up with), and decide which one is best for YOU. The Eco has a TON more low end torque than the V8, don't let anyone tell you otherwise. It also has a really nice transmission calibration. The tradeoff for that is having almost nothing down low until the turbos kick in, and being a twin turbo setup, it's got quite a bit of lag. The V8 has a great sound and plenty of power, but it's pretty sleepy until about 3500RPM. When 3500RPM comes around, it pulls like a bat out of hell. I got the same mileage in my Eco rental as I do in my 5.0.
So in short, the Eco is much stronger down low, but the V8 is more predictable. If you're towing, get the Eco. Not even the 6.2L will be as relaxing to tow with as the Eco is.
06-17-2014, 09:59 PM
#18
If you're looking for good gas mileage, take a look at the Ford Focus. I got 38 mpg in mine.
But if you're looking for 24mpg constantly, most owners here see 15-16mpg regardless of engine, So take that as you may. [MENTION=71697]KBS[/MENTION] has a 3.7 and he doesn't see any better mileage numbers than I do in my 5.0 (from what I remember). With that said, most of the F-150 engines will return very similar MPG numbers to each other (sans 6.2, that engine likes the fuel), so pricing and power for your needs are really the only differences.
Admittedly, for the last 6 months I've had a hate on for the Eco after I got rid of my first year model, then I had one as a rental, 2 model years newer. My opinion after driving the refined Eco is that you should drive both the 5.0 and Ecoboost (those are the volume engines and the ones you're likely to end up with), and decide which one is best for YOU. The Eco has a TON more low end torque than the V8, don't let anyone tell you otherwise. It also has a really nice transmission calibration. The tradeoff for that is having almost nothing down low until the turbos kick in, and being a twin turbo setup, it's got quite a bit of lag. The V8 has a great sound and plenty of power, but it's pretty sleepy until about 3500RPM. When 3500RPM comes around, it pulls like a bat out of hell. I got the same mileage in my Eco rental as I do in my 5.0.
So in short, the Eco is much stronger down low, but the V8 is more predictable. If you're towing, get the Eco. Not even the 6.2L will be as relaxing to tow with as the Eco is.
But if you're looking for 24mpg constantly, most owners here see 15-16mpg regardless of engine, So take that as you may. [MENTION=71697]KBS[/MENTION] has a 3.7 and he doesn't see any better mileage numbers than I do in my 5.0 (from what I remember). With that said, most of the F-150 engines will return very similar MPG numbers to each other (sans 6.2, that engine likes the fuel), so pricing and power for your needs are really the only differences.
Admittedly, for the last 6 months I've had a hate on for the Eco after I got rid of my first year model, then I had one as a rental, 2 model years newer. My opinion after driving the refined Eco is that you should drive both the 5.0 and Ecoboost (those are the volume engines and the ones you're likely to end up with), and decide which one is best for YOU. The Eco has a TON more low end torque than the V8, don't let anyone tell you otherwise. It also has a really nice transmission calibration. The tradeoff for that is having almost nothing down low until the turbos kick in, and being a twin turbo setup, it's got quite a bit of lag. The V8 has a great sound and plenty of power, but it's pretty sleepy until about 3500RPM. When 3500RPM comes around, it pulls like a bat out of hell. I got the same mileage in my Eco rental as I do in my 5.0.
So in short, the Eco is much stronger down low, but the V8 is more predictable. If you're towing, get the Eco. Not even the 6.2L will be as relaxing to tow with as the Eco is.
06-18-2014, 12:00 AM
#19
Senior Member
Based on my research I went 5.0.
Also I have had several turbo cars in the past and done with that game unless it is in a diesel.
The 5.0 is a very solid motor. and should last years.
Also I have had several turbo cars in the past and done with that game unless it is in a diesel.
The 5.0 is a very solid motor. and should last years.
06-18-2014, 12:12 AM
#20
Senior Member
6.2..... but I am biased. The 5.slow doesn't hold a candle to it.. 80 cubic inches and a 4" bore size help a lot...... The Eco pulls well and is the future of these trucks like it or not..... I am among the not so I don't really care. The mileage complaints about the 6.2 come mostly and not surprisingly from people that have never even seen one let alone driven one...... but they read about it online so they know best.
Last edited by 1994Vmax; 06-18-2014 at 12:31 AM.
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