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Some members here with 2016 2.7EB engines had problems requiring engine replacements. Seems to have been a bad batch in that model year and I think there are TSBs associated with it. 2015 2.7EB owners don't seem to have the problem even though they have the highest mileage. As a matter of fact those early engines are turning out to be really reliable.
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Test drove a 16 2.7 EB Super Cab today... I'm sold... will be getting one with a tow package. I only tow a boat that weighs in at 2500# (maybe 2700 wet) with trailer. I can't believe how quick it is in Sport mode. I would go 3.5 EB if I went Super Crew though, but that's just me.
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I test drove a 2.7L, 3.5L and a 5.0L all back to back and all similarly equipped (Supercrew, FX4, XLT 302A) when truck shopping. I was amazed by the 2.7L with the power and amount of low end grunt it had. Really didn't see the need for the 3.5L since I'm not towing heavy and while the 5.0 sounded great, it didn't have the low end torque that I like coming from a diesel.
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I have a 98 gt with over 400hp that's fed by a KB, and this truck feels more nimble.
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Good choice OP! Especially if you only tow half the average tow ratings, or less. Fantastic on gas. I've had my 2015 over 3 years now and have 91k with zero issues. I tow a 5000 lb travel trailer all summer, and pull my 7500 lb boat with ease. Get the payload package if you can, and 3.73 gearing which seems to make for a great combo with the 2.7. The 2015's seem to be a good year, which is odd for a first-year gen. I had one TSB for oil sensor leak which was fixed on my first service, and that's it. Look through all the listed TSB's, they mostly apply to 16's and newer. Even a couple for 15's didn't even apply to mine because of the February build date.
(For mobile views who can't see signatures) Mine's a XLT Sport, 302A, SuperCrew, 4x4, FX4 with payload and tow package and 3.73 gears (locking diff).
Good luck on picking your ride!
(For mobile views who can't see signatures) Mine's a XLT Sport, 302A, SuperCrew, 4x4, FX4 with payload and tow package and 3.73 gears (locking diff).
Good luck on picking your ride!