New Ford EcoBoost 3.5L V6 engine smiles for the camera

[svensk]

And I don't see anything impressive about a V6 that drinks fuel like a V8. Not to mention that GM has had this technology for years.

For me...I MUCH rather have a "simpleton" V8 that's cheaper to maintain and repair over a overly complex V6.

Hopefully they are reliable. Never liked the idea of relying on turbos. But, the gas mileage is damn impressive.

Not really...

4X4 Suburban mileage: 15/21 Combined 17
Flex TwinForce AWD: 16/21 Combined 18

I really don't see the advantage over a proper V8...so...if someone could explain them to me, that'd be great

I'm not a Ford guy but the boosted motor is putting down good fuel economy when you compare the HP/TQ numbers in a truck. Ford and GM's 5.4/5.3/5.0/6.2L can't get that kind of mileage.

 

[Z71_Silvy]

Of course, I knew Chevy could do it better no matter what.

I never said that.

And I don't see anything impressive about a V6 that drinks fuel like a V8. Not to mention that GM has had this technology for years.

For me...I MUCH rather have a "simpleton" V8 that's cheaper to maintain and repair over a overly complex V6.

Hopefully they are reliable. Never liked the idea of relying on turbos. But, the gas mileage is damn impressive.

Not really...

4X4 Suburban mileage: 15/21 Combined 17
Flex TwinForce AWD: 16/21 Combined 18

I really don't see the advantage over a proper V8...so...if someone could explain them to me, that'd be great

I'm not a Ford guy but the boosted motor is putting down good fuel economy when you compare the HP/TQ numbers in a truck. Ford and GM's 5.4/5.3/5.0/6.2L can't get that kind of mileage.

But even still...the Suburban has a lot more capability (towing/hauling and a HUGE weight DIS-advantage)...so it's a wash. And remember...to get the 365 advertised HP of the SHOW...you have to use premium...otherwise power drops.

And for me...as someone who like to have a reliable vehicle.............................................................................bah...screw it...I'll just get myself into trouble.

Yep...these are the best engines in the world. Ford is on a roll...or something...

 

[Black02Silverado]

I agree with Jim, the technology is there and hope we will see more of it soon.

 

[JOEGMC]

Reliability will make or break em!

 

[svensk]

Reliability will make or break em!

Since this is the first time ever trying this application in a full size truck. It's a lot of weight and pounding to survive. I would hold off buying this entry year and do a wait and see.

 

[Zembonez]

Reliability will make or break em!

Without a doubt.

I understand where Matt is coming from here. If there is not clear MPG advantage, there really is no reason to buy one of these over a traditional V8. Time will tell I guess.

 

[Z71_Silvy]

Reliability will make or break em!

Without a doubt.

I understand where Matt is coming from here. If there is not clear MPG advantage, there really is no reason to buy one of these over a traditional V8. Time will tell I guess.

Very diplomatic....

But even if there is a clear MPG advantage...how long will it take to pay it off? That's why hybrids are a joke. You can get a Fusion S that will use ~$1600 a year in fuel...or a Fusion Hybrid that will use ~$1050 a year in fuel....but starts about $8500 MORE than the Fusion S. It will take you 15.4 years to pay that off that premium....and that is just not worth it.

 

[daddy]

This reminds me of a certain iPhone vs. Evo 4G YouTube clip.

 

[OldCracker29]

Although it's a great idea, I think I'll stick with a V8.

 

[Zembonez]

Reliability will make or break em!

Without a doubt.

I understand where Matt is coming from here. If there is not clear MPG advantage, there really is no reason to buy one of these over a traditional V8. Time will tell I guess.

Very diplomatic....

But even if there is a clear MPG advantage...how long will it take to pay it off? That's why hybrids are a joke. You can get a Fusion S that will use ~$1600 a year in fuel...or a Fusion Hybrid that will use ~$1050 a year in fuel....but starts about $8500 MORE than the Fusion S. It will take you 15.4 years to pay that off that premium....and that is just not worth it.

I'd happily roll with the turbo V6 if it gave me 25 MPG instead of 16-17. Overall truck price will probably not be much diffferent than a base V8 truck once it's all said and done. Like I say... time will tell.