2.7 Ecoboost/10 speed vs. 3.3 L/6-speed?
07-10-2018, 10:08 AM
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2.7 Ecoboost/10 speed vs. 3.3 L/6-speed?
I'm looking at buying a pretty much bare-bones 2018 4X2 regular cab XL, with 3.55 E-locker, 101A group and a hitch and not much more.
I had the 2.7/6 speed in a 2016 XL 4X4 supercab and know just how capable it is, but I am reading good things about the 3.3 as well.
I don't do a lot of towing, and it is pretty light stuff when I do. Wondering if the 2.7/10 is worth the extra $1K. Which combo is likely to be the most reliable and give the best fuel economy?
I had the 2.7/6 speed in a 2016 XL 4X4 supercab and know just how capable it is, but I am reading good things about the 3.3 as well.
I don't do a lot of towing, and it is pretty light stuff when I do. Wondering if the 2.7/10 is worth the extra $1K. Which combo is likely to be the most reliable and give the best fuel economy?
07-10-2018, 10:16 AM
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2.7 will be much more fun to drive and I do believe it has better EPA ratings as well.
Also, depending on how long you are keeping your vehicles (you own a 2016 and plan on changing it...), reliability might not be an issue at all. EB aren't known for being as reliable as the N/A lineup, but Ford has improved a lot over the years.
If you liked your previous 2.7TT, I'd get another one. Will have a higher resale value too.
Also, depending on how long you are keeping your vehicles (you own a 2016 and plan on changing it...), reliability might not be an issue at all. EB aren't known for being as reliable as the N/A lineup, but Ford has improved a lot over the years.
If you liked your previous 2.7TT, I'd get another one. Will have a higher resale value too.
Last edited by Eduskator; 07-10-2018 at 10:19 AM.
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07-10-2018, 11:15 AM
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TT the 3.3!! lol
I say for resale purposes, go for the 2.7/10
You'll be able to recoup more than the 1K difference if and when you sell.
I say for resale purposes, go for the 2.7/10
You'll be able to recoup more than the 1K difference if and when you sell.
07-10-2018, 11:50 AM
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Yah... Lot more people interested in bigger (well, number wise because the 2.7 is actually smaller than the 3.3 
) engines! Also, 1000$ is not a lot more.
I tried the 2.7 before choosing the 3.5 and I was impressed a lot with the power. That engine is quick! The only reason why I went with the 3.5 is BC I wanted both the super crew & the 6.5ft bed configuration (157'' wheel base).
) engines! Also, 1000$ is not a lot more.I tried the 2.7 before choosing the 3.5 and I was impressed a lot with the power. That engine is quick! The only reason why I went with the 3.5 is BC I wanted both the super crew & the 6.5ft bed configuration (157'' wheel base).
07-28-2018, 10:03 AM
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2.7 will be much more fun to drive and I do believe it has better EPA ratings as well.
Also, depending on how long you are keeping your vehicles (you own a 2016 and plan on changing it...), reliability might not be an issue at all. EB aren't known for being as reliable as the N/A lineup, but Ford has improved a lot over the years.
If you liked your previous 2.7TT, I'd get another one. Will have a higher resale value too.
Also, depending on how long you are keeping your vehicles (you own a 2016 and plan on changing it...), reliability might not be an issue at all. EB aren't known for being as reliable as the N/A lineup, but Ford has improved a lot over the years.
If you liked your previous 2.7TT, I'd get another one. Will have a higher resale value too.
07-28-2018, 10:06 AM
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07-28-2018, 10:41 AM
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