2011 Ford F-150 Lariat EcoBoost 4x2 Supercrew - Automobile Magazine
I can see why they think I'm copying: there's a lot to like about the F-150 in general, but it's even better when paired with this twin-turbocharged, 3. 5-liter V-6, especially if you're forced to use a full-size truck as a daily commuter. I was amazed by the average fuel economy figures displayed during a jaunt back from the airport, which hovered in the 20-22 mpg range. I wish I had more time with it, to see how slogging through city traffic affected that figure. I also wish I had more opportunity to see just how well this engine performs when put to work, seeing as on paper, it manages to match or beat the 5. 0-liter V-8 in terms of torque, payload, and towing capacity. Apart from the traditional growl of the V-8 and an extra $750 (on FX2, Lariat, FX4, King Ranch, and Platinum models), it seems there's little that owners have to sacrifice in order to eke out a little extra fuel economy. Time was, when driving a large vehicle with a turbocharged engine meant creeping away from traffic lights and waiting, waiting, waiting for the turbocharger to spool. Sure, some delay would be noticeable if you drove the V-8 and the EcoBoost versions of the F-150 back-to-back, but most people will barely know this engine is turbocharged. There are four gauges above the speedometer for oil and transmission temperature, coolant temperature, and fuel level. Source: www.automobilemag.com
