2.7 ecoboost owners thoughts

[@davidcredicott4025]

Owned a 2010 Dodge Ram with a hemi was a nice ride lots of power towed okay. Bought a 2016 Ford F-150 5.0 loved this truck had the power the sounds and fuel eco. One day I was in my ford dealer and took a 2018 Ford F-150 2.7 ecoboast and wow. When you throw that thing into sport mode hands down it has more torque then my 5.0 liter. Now I own a 2018 Ford F-150 2.7 ecoboost and Does everything that I need in a truck plus gets a little better fuel eco then my 2016 Ford F-150 5.0 and with the rear end gearing I can tow 8200 lbs. Nice truck

[@joeflahertyiii2398]

You lost me at "naturally aspired."

[@TheIrongutz]

Joe Flaherty III It means non turbo charged

[@zanelucas512]

Joe Flaherty III no it doesnt

[@JoesGoldenGarage]

Zane Lucas I may naturally expire

[@popacap21]

he meant naturally aspirated lol

[@jessenurse9194]

Papakap22 no shit

[@veeo987]

I have a 2016 2.7 Ecoboost. That engine is a beast. The acceleration is awesome and the gas pedal is very sensible. It's like driving a sport truck, but with very decent fuel economy. Clearly the best engine for anyone who doesn't care about towing and who uses it for daily driving like me.

[@bobyad4879]

I have a 2015 F150 with a 2.7, I love it! I have to resist the Temptation of racing V8 Chevy' and Dodge trucks. With the Lighter Weight and the Twin Turbo acceleration, it's funny to see their reaction!

[@aday1637]

Ford figured out what 90% need in a truck and designed the 2.7 eco to match that need. The comment below is bogus. A company the size of Ford didn't roll this design off the line with no forethought in mind. Towing, power, speed, economy, drive-ability, and durability are all hallmarks. I did some research before writing this. Statistically, over 90% never tow more than 7500 lbs (most don't ever tow) so this truck was designed for the masses. Most who tow regularly will be using a 250 or up anyhow. Fuel economy is the number one consideration, statistically and this one does the job better than the competition. And I'm not a Ford man. I always bought and drove Dodges (I've had 12 of them). This is the first new Ford truck I've ever purchased. I tested all brands including the so called imports. This one stuck out as much much better than all the rest.

[@55gopi]

A Day so how are you finding the truck so far I'm planning on getting one shortly and all I hear is that oh wait for the long run it's reliability is terrible lol

[@adamloudoun9014]

I also like a naturally aspired v8

[@michaelandrews3615]

I have a new 2015 F 150 that I bought on 2/14/16 with the 2.7 . I love it, my old truck was a 2004 Dodge with the 4.7 V8. I love this 2.7 motor, it seems to have more power than my dodge and better gas mileage. You need to drive one to see for yourself. i have no need to tow anything, so I don,t need a bigger motor. The auotstop is know big deal, I use to shut if off all the time. To tell you the truth the only time you notice it, is if you are looking for it. This motor is only 800.00 more than the standard V 6. Ford has a winner in this motor i think.

[@fredrutledge3628]

Michael Andrews know big deal?

[@veeo987]

If you put a trailer plug in the output designed for plugging trailers, you're gonna disable the auto-stop system forever.

[@673Piper]

I have a 2018.Tow a 5000lb RV. Pulls it beautifully. The rest of the time I get great gas mileage. Awesome truck and engine combo.

[@juansanchez93360]

I use to be skeptical about getting a v6 in a truck, until I test drove them. Got 16 xlt sport with the 2.7 ecoboost I've put 9k miles on it so far and love it. I still can't get used to the auto-start I turn it off most of the time.

[@johhen58]

I dont mind the auto stop-start. Just lift your brake foot a quarter of an inch after you stop and the engine will restart.

[@REDMAN298]

I picked up a new `18 F-150 2.7L on black friday and it works for me. Took it out to the Front Range in Colorado during a high wind warning. (85mph on the Rocky Flats) and it was a nice trip. Plenty of power through Coal Creek Canyon. A local store owner had a `15 3.5L F-150 and it just recently burned a hole in #2 piston at 80k miles. His son works in a Ford dealer and says the 2.7 is way better.

[@MrCefink]

Kyle - your assessment is dead on. This motor combined with the lighter-weight materials to provide proper power-to-weight ratio is the future of the truck market.I've only had my '16 F150 with the 2.7 for exactly 1 week now and I love it. Proof I'm not a fanboy - I reluctantly sold my '06 Silverado with the 4.8L that 10 years ago I thought would save me gas money to get this truck. It was getting 14mpg combined. I'll be honest, the new '16 Silverado was my first test drive, then the '16 Sierra. Then I swallowed my pride and drove the 2.7L F150 which has more HP and more torque than my old Chevy with better mpg. I stopped looking and bought it. To the commenters who say the 'net is filled with stories of unhappy customers... tell me, where else would you go if you were unhappy? It's the same principle with the news: all news is bad because it's what gets the attention. Nobody adds up all the happy owners because they don't stop to say "I'm happy." If they did, others don't bother to read it.

[@Seattle808]

+2010V6RAV4 2017 second generation 3.5L TT uses port and direct injection to alleviate this issue :D

[@bruteman45]

ford never gets great mpg lol my impala 3.4 v6 gets hell of a lot better mpg than ford trucks lol

[@MrCefink]

+bruteman45 Really? Just made a 600 mile round trip from coast to the mountains and averaged 22.2 mpg. For a full size truck, I'll take that everyday.

[@bruteman45]

+MrCefink that's cute I get 26 city lol and more than 35 highway

[@bruteman45]

+MrCefink btw ford got sued for there ecoshit engines fuck ecoboost there nothin but issues

[@FIGNAS83]

Good review. I just bought a 2017 2.7 v6 F150. as long as it lasts until I pay it off I'm good. selling it after that and getting a new one.

[@Brunkvic]

I really think the 5.0 V8 will last longer. we drove both as well and it was an easy choice. NA V8 all the way. not to mention the eco boost was 1,000 more. even easier choice was to go with ford trucks

[@dukinygaming259]

+Botond Nemeth lol what about it?

[@noblekitty]

The 2.7L ecoboost is a $795 upgrade over the base 3.5L v6 engine. Where did you get that $1000 upgrade cost over the V8 from?

[@ZACH_95_]

SB N , go on there website fucktard, its in big letters. (: cue the tumbleweed Zzzz

[@noblekitty]

I don't have to go down to your level with name calling. But if you are ignorant, the 5.0 Coyote engine cost $800 more over the 2.7L ecoboost. BTW, it's spelled "their", not "there".

[@JRLaffertyJr]

Ive had mine for about a month now---2016 xlt 2.7 supercab---the onboard calculation has been 23.5 on highway trips and 18.5 city driving with combined of about 20.1---my paper calculations have been within a half mile per gallon one side or the other--so pretty close--no hauling, just the bare bones truck-spray on liner and tonneau cover.

[@youngmo77]

It puts things in perspective. I am in United Kingdom and keep looking at this vehicule for some crazy reason. Thanks for the video. Subscribed.

[@ClearwaterChad]

I agree completely I am using as pool service truck and carry 6 to 800 lbs no problem plenty of torque better than my 06 Titan 5.6

[@sharkskin3448]

thinking about trading 14 tundra double cab in. Also pool service. Did you get crew cab or super cab?

[@ClearwaterChad]

Crew cab

[@garberinc]

Have the '16 2.7 EB. Had the initial TSB regarding bad cylinder heads. They were replaced. Since it runs strong, very fast. Pulls 6000 pound camper like a champ. The thing everyone has to remember, this engine has 325 hp, 375tq. This truck has more power than the old chevy 6 liter which had 315/350. I have 30k miles on it and it runs perfect. We will see what it's like in a few years. Old suburban 5.3 had 250k miles on it. We will see....

[@isaacpowell3335]

Go get yourself a BCB tuner "Brew City Boost"

[@gmrtg1414]

I thought the same thing until I did the same thing. Test drove a 2012 F150 EB Lariat and was sold. I now have a 14 Fx4 EB. Next year I will test drive them again and see what I think. I'm guessing the new EB with 375 H/P and 470 torque I will be on another F150 again.

[@MatthewSmith-uf6tr]

naturally aspired?

[@TorchwoodLuthiers]

Lol

[@bigbossman5969]

wait till u see what those turbos cost when u start having problems. o and don't forget the direct injection and now each cylinder have 2 injectors to overcome the problem with direct injection. Will take a ram any day.. they stuck with the tried and true port injection

[@hochhaul]

Big Bossman the real problem are the junk timing chains. Turbos and BOV's also fail outside the warranty and cost a ton, but most dealers will quote you $2-3k for replacing the timing chains, guides, phasers, etc. The drivetrain shudder is another common issue. You can ignore it, but it is really bad to do so, as it hammers bearings, seals, mounts etc. City driving an ecoboost is terrible for the engine. Do a used oil analysis in the spring and be prepared to be shocked at how diluted your engine oil has become. The ecoboosts dump tons of fuel in the oil, which is horrible for the timing chain, bearings, seals, etc. The 5.0 would have been the better option. Bad choice bro, sorry.

[@PsalmFourteenOne]

Big Bossman You anti Ecoboost bozos sound like the idiots that were against fuel injection and stuck to a carborated engine. lol.

[@larrybe2900]

Big Bossman I suppose you mean chronic issues. One can't claim never but since the eco turbo is water cooled the same issues are not in play as before. It would not surprise me that others will incorporate similar ideas moving forward. The pep when needed along with the decent gas mileage for a two ton vehicle is impressive without adding a lot of technology. The engine durability is enhanced since it is based off of a diesel.

[@prestonstinson5598]

I have a 2017 2.7 ecoboost. The auto stop will turn on when your a.c. is low when you have your foot on the break a little bit harder. Then you easy off a little it will turn on. I mess with my friends saying my truck died. Then I let off it starts. Also I can hit a switch to turn it off tell I take the key out. Auto start will go back as auto on

[@brandenkelp]

Although, this go against all laws of mechanical wear which it's easier to keep something running then it is to constantly start and stop something? Equipment breaks down more frequently due to starting and stopping so I wonder how these engines will do over the next 10 - 20 years...

[@sarahann530]

UPS and Fedex have no problem shutting off their engines

[@Evil_Morty2000]

A Conneely you sure about that?

[@sarahann530]

urungutang They shut down at every stop

[@johhen58]

You are stopping and starting a WARM LUBRICATED ENGINE. Wasnt it tested to 220,000 cycles?

[@davidklimmek3192]

Cannot beat the Ford F150s! I'm sold on Ecoboost engine tech. Power/MPGs/Value.

[@devn3813]

David Klimmek more expensive and worse mpg. You can easily beat it

[@coltharris8471]

Devin Harazmus I've had my 2.7 for a year now. Tow a 3700lbs food truck trailer to festivals fairly often and I live on top of a mountain. So I'm constantly driving up the side of it to get home. I'm averaging 20.3mpg with a heavy foot. No....no you can't get better than that in a full size truck. The 5.3 can barely muster 18.5mpg under those same conditions and has noticeably less power. The hemi and the iforce can't even sniff 16mpg in those conditions.

[@acecustoms7787]

9.8L/100 km is not uncommon for my 2.7L...(24 mpg US) I worked with a guy who bought a brand new Silverado 5.7 and he thought the engine was broken because his mileage was so bad. I've also driven a 6.4L Hemi for a few weeks and the fuel mileage while being better than the Chevy, could't touch the 2.7

[@Sebz69]

@@kenrobinson1099 Maybe because it's 700 pounds heavier?? Check your facts son!

[@haywire17]

I have a 2015 2.7L XL CC 4x4 purchased at end of Dec. '15. Kyle, you are correct about "building boost at higher speeds, and killing fuel mileage"... I just took it on a 1000+ mi. round trip where all the interstate speed limits were 70, and I pushed it 78-80 over mountains with 5 fat people in it (lol) literally over 1000lbs of people + cargo... The truck ran just fine, but sucked "extra" fuel, returning "only" an average of 19.7mpg. I say "only" because when I travel in PA at lower speeds, I have achieved 23.8mpg on a 400mi round trip. With short trips (wife's 4 mile commute) in the winter, the worst I have seen was 17mpg. I am happy with my choice, as I find these figures hard to compete with. I DO wish the start-stop feature could be OFF by DEFAULT (I live in the country, where this is just annoying -it always manages to shut off just when I'm ready to GO!) but I still love my truck. As far as long term reliability, I believe this engine is possibly even more durable than the 3.5L (with the CGI block and all...). Time will tell, tho...I plan on keeping it "forever".

[@lshep9728]

I’m in the process of buying an F150 2.7L. Thanks for the review Kyle.

[@rickholly1478]

What a great review! I have been reading and hearing similar reviews for the 2.7 engine. I am in the market for a 2017 F150. After reading all the good reviews about the 2.7, that is my choice. Thanks for a great review.

[@MichaelWilliams-ro9bm]

Rick Holly -I currently have this vehicle and for the most part love it. 30 mpg out west at 70 mph. Set on cruise and off we go. Carpeted the truck bed, installed a tonneau cover and can carry spouses and daughter bags on any long distance trip!!(nothing in the cabs,cept cooler!) Now the BAD part. Take a 900 mile trip you’ll get fatigued. Where to rest? Not in the back seat. That back seats sits at 90#(degrees). Straight up and down. Ford does not think of passengers or I’d buy a newer one. The new rams have reclining back seats and they are wonderful!! The rest of the truck is big and heavy. Lousy gas mileage, great ride! Take your choice! Ford or Ram.

[@jasoncrandall73]

Stop/start & he gains about 30m more per tank? Had that feature on my Jeep Gladiator loaner & that feature I turned off after that first stop.

[@330turbo]

Great video, You spoke my mind about my 2.7 thank you. The reliability of the truck is not my concern since I don't keep them over 100k miles and thats my extended factory warranty. something you didn't mention is the handle on corners and traffic, we don't have all the extra weight on the front like the 5.0 , I don't regret going with the 2.7 ( reg. cab. short bed 3.73s electronic lock dif. ) The gas pedal make me smile every day!! the reason I didn't get the 5.0 is because is not available on a reg cab short bed configuration. 18 mpg average since new 8k miles with a happy feet.

[@exxusdrugstore300]

Why wouldn't you keep a truck over 100k? Do you even use it?

[@330turbo]

+Just Here For The KZbin Yes I do drive, and my last f150 was an 07 5.4 sport 230k miles, in 9 years I lost so much tech and safety for driving an older truck that im not going to do that again as long I can make the payment :p. and my saving for keeping an older truk is no worth it. I love this new truck and I don't miss my 07 one bit.

[@exxusdrugstore300]

330turbo Alright, to each their own.

[@charlesebyjr2925]

You said that you haul a tractor and trailer about 2000 lbs, that's not a ton of weight! Ah, 2,000 lbs is a ton of weight? Hey enjoyed your honesty, look forward to you next video.

[@-Tecky-]

Charles Eby Jr well.... technically 2000lbs is a TON of weight 😂😂😂

[@jporpmer]

2,000 is definitely a ton...

[@tombarth1303]

Hi Kyle, Like you I also own a 2015 2.7 L EcoBoost F150 which I purchased in May of 2016. I have only 22,700 miles on it, but just yesterday I had to have my oil pan replaced! (Good thing it happened before the warranty was up.) I found out that this part this part is made of composite (“plastic”). I did some reading and found that oil & oil pan problems have been reported by other F150-2.7 L EcoBoost owners. When you did your video in Feb of 2016, your experience paralleled mine- overwhelmingly positive. However, now I am not so sure. After 2½ years (and now out of the initial warranty), is your assessment of this vehicle the same or have you experienced similar doubts? Tom Barth

[@mictdave1]

The thing I worry about with the 2.7l is longevity. Will it last? I drive my trucks for years, 200k miles or more. Do I want to chance buying these turbo engines that might continue to go out, or do I want a tried and true 5l v8? That's proven itself. Same goes for the 3.5l ecoboost. Will it last?

[@btf_jaytee4447]

I would go with the 5.0. it's a well built motor and has plenty of power. plus you can always put mustang engine parts on it if you want even more out of it

[@aa134368]

Diesels have been using turbos forever and their longevity is a given. From what I've read they overbuilt this thing to handle the boost pressures.

[@mictdave1]

+Car Reviews I agree about all the tech in trucks these days, you almost have to have an extended service warranty so if the computer/electronics do fail, your not paying a ton of money down the line. I can fix a lot of engine/mechanical problems but I can't keep up with the technology and repairing it, that all vehicles are going to........geez, I just sounded like my dad, lol!

[@mekphiri]

mictdave1 I have 241k on a 2012 eb and it still runs well. It's all about maintenance and not driving the truck hard

[@mictdave1]

mekani phiri I appreciate your reply. I like hearing longevity stories about the ecoboost engines. I have to be realistic I don't do a lot of towing, maybe a four wheeler or a small trailer, the 2.7l would be a perfect engine for me, I also agree that if you take care of something it will last a long time.

[@777lukasz9]

TECHNOLOGY VS OLD SCHOOL! 2.7 direct injection turbo or v8 port injection. I chose the latter, the savings in fuel economy you'll pay for in maintenance and then some for the turbo direct injection.

[@johhen58]

And what are these higher maintenance costs exactly?

[@LFODTACTICAL]

New 2.7L and 3.5L is dual injection. Port and Direct.

[@SuperV8driver]

Depends on the miles you drive ;) I drove 240 000 miles with the 2,7 and the 5l v8 f150s and the consumption of the v6 safed me 8000 so far.

[@rockybalboa4935]

I agree it’s a great engine I have a 2018 f150 love this truck !!

[@Evil_Morty2000]

na v6 will work for 90% of people getting these trucks nowadays

[@tommytruth7595]

Very true.

[@ticketpiper4764]

I also love my aspired 5.0 hopefully it won't expire too soon🤑

[@kmb0284]

Im going to be leasing a new f150, i have a 2014 ram with the hemi, my salseman told me the 2.7 is less to lease i said i wanted the 5.0 normally aspirated, im now considering the 2.7

[@KyleBusch124]

You won't be disappointed with the 2.7 and its power curve. If you live at any high altitude I would highly suggest the Eco over the 5.0 coyote motor. The only thing that you may miss is the sound a V8 makes but you quickly forget about that aspect from all of the other pros of this small but mighty motor.

[@KyleBusch124]

2010V6RAV4 the issues you are describing are for the very early 3.5 ecoboost...and the percentage of failures, even in the early year models, are very low and on par with any other engine in the market. Every truck manufacturer has good and bad points with their vehicles, I've personally owned many of them in my life and I have to say that ford makes a great product...they wouldn't be the number one selling truck manufacturer if they build a lackluster vehicles. Now the longevity of this motor is a mystery yet, however, the early ecoboost motors (the ones that you say have a bunch of issues) are hitting 200k and beyond miles without any issues besides normal maintenance so I am not concerned with my purchase. Again, everyone has opinions on what they like and don't like...I like this engine and I could see myself never owning a V8 gas pickup in the future since this 2.7 is just as powerful, turns lower rpm (in theory making them last longer), and are more fuel efficient (I have done the math and yes my boost gets the 22-23 on the highway like I stated in the video and for a 4wd truck that's good in my book). I'll keep my truck, you keep your RAV4.

[@KyleBusch124]

2010V6RAV4 I never once said that the 5.0 was an unreliable motor... Also the video is about the 2.7 and MY opinion on that motor in particular. I understand that the 3.5 isn't perfect but let's be honest... When you sell over 700k f150's in 2015 (vast majority of them being an ecoboost of some sort) ford would not risk their cash cow vehicle for unreliability. When you you look at the GM twins they sold a combined 600k and ram sold just over 400k trucks last year... All of which have had some type of issue with their engines. Ram has had several issues with their Hemi consuming oil and transmission issues while GM has been plagued with dropped valves in their 6.2 and so many recalls it's hard to keep them straight. I am by no means a fan boy I do a ton of research before buying anything and I felt (and still feel) that I made a good choice when I purchased my truck. Also btw if you really want to drill down the reliability of the 2.7 find me just one engine failure... It's a solid engine and even on Edmonds long term test 2.7 f150 they have had nothing but regular maintenance... No carbon, no engines blowing up...nothing.

[@brew5491]

According to my friends at the dealership there have been engine failures but I'd buy one and get the extended warranty. Everyone I've asked with a super cab 4x4 is getting 22mpg in town and they are one of the fastest 0-60 of any truck so I'm sure it's getting Ironed out and I'd still be willing to chance it.,

[@rick980]

I heard from some engineers that Chrysler did that turbo crap back in the 80s they know technology is better now but should not expect the engine to give you huge miles in the end. Good luck though I will be watching

[@wyrtwister4260]

I live in the south , so I wonder how the start - stop would impact airconditioning ? God bless Wyr

[@veeo987]

When the truck needs energy to cool down the cabin, it won't shut down. Don't worry about that.

[@michaelbrechin1872]

I agree with the first two points but I hate the auto start/stop feature but my commute is all highway. I don't like the fact that you have to turn it off every time they should make it so you could permanently disable it.

[@ronaldlech3588]

You can program it to disable the auto start-stop function.

[@philritchey9895]

how?

[@randomsomeone1617]

you can permanently disable start stop with a simple piece of wire. rip the switch out of the dash, jump the purple and white wires, put switch back in dash. have a nice day 🖒

[@MadSkillzRC]

Without ripping out wires, a simple tune on the trucks computer will disable the auto start/stop switch

[@DJmetaldetecting]

Did you know the 2.7 is actually faster then the 3.5 Eco? I have a 2015 2.7 ecobeast and have 20k miles on it, it's been great so far! No problems at all! Love the power she gives off and the looks as well! The turbo sure sings on these guys!!! It's a 12 second truck after a 400 dollar tune

[@tmb1750]

So its only faster after the tune.

[@ZACH_95_]

DJ Miller thats not true, its only faster 0-60, after that the 3.5 eco blows off the 2.7.

[@herman5eight]

What 2.7 ecoboost means is your engine life will be cut short because you have an under powered engine in a pickup truck pushing it beyond it's mechanical capabilities by putting a turbo on it, does that really make any sense in the long run?

[@littleaub594]

that turn off at the lights is just another cost when it stops working.

[@tommytruth7595]

Yes, it is total b.s. but it is being forced on us.

[@johhen58]

And them there automatic transmissions are just money pits so we all should drive standards.

[@97I30T]

john henderson You can’t even buy a full size pickup with a standard transmission anymore.

[@grimerrentas1516]

We have had two Ford trucks one f150 lariat 209,000 miles was hit on the side and totalled by a total idiot, and a Ford expedition 188,000 miles was sold to a dealer because we moved, would this enhine go that far without issues, oh yeah we didn't had any issues with neither truck.

[@jeffferguson69]

Im from wi. Moved to Florida from wi dells/ baraboo area. Im thinking about the 2.7 i dont tow much anyways

[@coyote102076]

very nice review. My wife is interested in a new truck and we both like Ford period, but was in debate on getting the standard 3.7 NA engine or paying extra for the ecoboost 2.7

[@P8P89]

COYOTE ADVENTURES get that twin Turbo beast, you won't regret it

[@aa134368]

Nice review. If they don't come out with a diesel model in the next few years I'm getting the 2.7 with 10 speed that's supposed to be out for 2017 models

[@edwardsr70]

Ford has been testing a diesel engine. It's supposed to come with the 2018 F-150 mid cycle refresh

[@brakish1]

Im pretty sure the 10-speed is only for the new 3.5 ecoboost.

[@tmb1750]

I think the 10 speed is only in the 2.7 right now

[@yawash2422]

Hi .. is it more powerful than the 5.0 v8 ? ... have you had any mechanical issues? Thanks

[@Chukalux77]

In the market for one , should I be concerned about high mileage? Like 150k plus ?

[@KyleBusch124]

I wouldn’t be concerned with a 150k mile 2.7, they really built these motors well. That being said, I no longer own a 2.7 and since moved to a 2021 5.0. I towed many many trouble free miles with my 2.7 and was still running like a top when I traded it in at 100k miles.

[@stephenbaintonjr2718]

I purchased this truck the other day and am picking it up tomorrow but I'm concerned with the auto start/stop feature (they didn't tell me about that at the dealership). I'm coming from a Silverado 1500 with a traditional V8 engine. what are your thought on the feature? is it annoying? do you find it shuts off at the wrong time like when the light turns green? do you find yourself waiting for it to turn back on? thanks

[@KyleBusch124]

I'll be honest and say it takes a few days to get used to it but at the same time the system work very well. By the time you move your foot from the brake to the gas peddle the truck is fired back up and ready to go... No waiting around for it to start back up. I've tried to trick the truck a few times when it was new by having the system activate and mid process of it shutting down I let off the brake and it just fires right back up without an issue. I actually really like the auto start/stop and has saved me a decent about of fuel with my commute through the city. Some like it, some don't... I just happen to like it.

[@stephenbaintonjr2718]

+Kyle Busch thanks for the honest reply, I'm excited to try it first hand. Have a good day Sir.

[@darrellnyquist5571]

Just traded in my 4x4 off-road 5.0 in for the ecoboost 2.7 twin turbo. At first I was like oh Sh_t what did I do. Now after driving the ecoboost, I'm like WOW. This thing has got some nuts. Haven't tried pulling the boat in & out of the ramp. Little nervous about that one. My 5.0 was little over 3 years old and only had 31,000 miles. Reason for trading it was I had had it with the 13-14mpg. Also when I pull hog trailer or the boat I would get between 9-10 mpg. That sucked. Although I loved the truck and all the power it had. Lets hope my new ecoboost doesn't let me down. One other thing on my new truck, I love all the new bells & whistles that come with it.

[@dukinygaming259]

You'll regret that when you have expensive issues after 60,000 miles

[@ZACH_95_]

Dukiny Gaming he wont though, lol

[@kobevallejo7037]

Dukiny gaming my family has got a 3.5 liter ecoboost with over 110,000 all we have had to do is replace the spark plugs as Is recommend after 100,000 on this engine it runs like the day we got it

[@55gopi]

How is everyone finding their trucks preform now any problems generally curious lol

[@adamcollison3708]

Just to let you know a tractor and a trailer that weighs 2000# together is a ton of weight

[@Pantera4u]

Hows the plastic oil pan working out on the 2.7s?

[@wisconsinlife3971]

Active grill shutters?

[@martymorrow5356]

I have a 3.5 and those have more power then the 2.7 stock i have a tune cold air intake aftermarket turbos and streight piped this thing smokes the tires off the truck wit tcs on but i agree with that deisal feell they have

[@norma919]

What rear end gear ratio??? 3.55 or 3.21 ?? good review

[@mr.taptap7949]

great video. Did that jetta have a oil catch can? Could of been why your carbon build up was so bad..The misfires is a complete different issue. I saw this video of this 2.7 kicking but against dodge and chevy similar models. Start/stop is kinda only thing that seems iffy in terms of reliability. Great video

[@Mike-ew9zn]

I have a 2015 extended cab 2.7 Sport package 4x4 in Florida and can tell you my gas mileage is no where as advertised nor close to what others claim. Best that I ever got was 19.5 and I average 17.8. All my mileage calculated on paper, not what the gauge says. When I pull my all aluminum RV that weighs about 5800 pounds I average about 10.5 MPG. I'm very disappointed in the gas mileage on this truck...

[@ZACH_95_]

Mike Appino well uts still a truck, no matter what engine you have, thats to ve expected pulling a boat... lmao 😂

[@KyleEbright]

You gotta think about all the issues the engine auto start stop issues every manufacturer has had with premature engine failure... Hopefully your engine doesn't go out on you at 100k!

[@johhen58]

Wasnt the autostart tested to 220,000 cycles? 220,000.

[@mikeb.2166]

That gas mileage to me seems unreal but if its true I'd be interested in trading in my 2013 F150 S-CREW. I went with the 3.5 Eco since it promised a little better millage over the V8 and regret it. At first 3.5eco was great but it is a complex motor and I think Ford is still learning how to modify the design to be more reliable mine has be in the shop 2 times for minor turbo issues under warranty then 6 months out of warranty at 28K miles it needed a spark plug and coil pack. Fuel mileage is generally about 13.2MPG with 80/20 city/Hwy (no load or tow). Now the transmission is intermittently acting funky and I think its the speed sensor (Ford can't figure it out so far). Oh and the rear window doesn't slide open any more and Ford thinks a I need a new rear window so I didn't bother fixing it. Love the truck but wish it was more reliable. If they figured things out for the 2.7 or up and coming 3.5eco (next generation) with 10 speed transmission they will have a winner otherwise I'll have to look at GM.

[@cowboys402005]

do you know if the maintenance cost will end up being more for the ecoboost engines than the 5.0's?

[@KyleBusch124]

I am not sure on what engine will cost more to maintain, however, general maintenance is going to be about the same with oil changes, filters, plugs, ect. Now, if a turbo goes out then yes it will cost more because it's an extra component over the 5.0 but overall I'm willing to bet it's going to be about the same cost over the course of the lifetime of the engine.

[@cowboys402005]

Kyle Busch ok cool thanks for responding. Do you have any knowledge if the eb's are still having any problems? Just worry with reliability with those.

[@KyleBusch124]

cowboys402005 there really hasn't been much issue with the 2.7 besides a TSB about a small oil leak that the dealer will fix before purchase (these 2.7 were effected if it was manufactured before September 15') otherwise I haven't heard of anything else. The 3.5 boost had issues back in 2011 when they were new but those issues have since been fixed and people have reported being trouble free for over 200k miles. That being said, if you look deep enough you'll find one off situations on the reliably of any engine, the ecoboost is no exception but overall they have been just as reliable as any other engine platform out there.

[@cowboys402005]

Kyle Busch Ok great, thank you for the info!

[@josesaldana7555]

Thks for the vid. and I agree with your comments. I have had mine for 9 mos. 10k mi and no engine problems. Still love driving it. I have had 2 company cars with ECOboost. I put over 100k on each of them with zero problems.

[@yousufkan6960]

why does mpg decrease during colder temperatures

[@KyleBusch124]

Mileage goes down in cold weather because the air density is higher which requires more fuel for a proper mix. Also, and probably the biggest reason is the fact that when it gets cold all the oils in the engine, transmission, and differentials get really thick which causes large amounts of drag until it warms up. Other factors is winter blend fuel just simply isn't as efficient at burning completely as summer time fuels due to all the additives to make the fuel not freeze.

[@yousufkan6960]

+Kyle Busch Wow I didn't know that, thanks for the reply

[@whoisit9230]

+Kyle Busch i agree our 3.5 eco has 13mpg during winter. We over idled our eco truck haha, and we love passing to other vehicle at 90-100 mph in a 60 mph speed limit.

[@ZACH_95_]

Car Reviews, get a set of balls bud. enough said.

[@cameronallen5043]

yousuf kan because winter blend gasoline sucks

[@michaelshelnutt3534]

so if you mainly driving on 55 mph or less roads, not alot of stop start and rarely towing or hauling- which is better? Natural v6 or 2.7 or 5.0?

[@KyleBusch124]

I've been getting 22-23 lately with a 80-20 mix of freeway (I set my cruise at 73 mph) vs city driving. When I travel on country roads my instant fuel meter maxes out at over 30mpg.

[@adamloudoun9014]

what is the fuel ecanamy on that big beast?

[@MichaelWilliams-ro9bm]

Adam Loudoun -30 mpg highway 17 in town

[@MrMustang990]

what do you think about the driver seat comfort? i can't get used to the lumbar in mine

[@KyleBusch124]

I don't seem to have an issue with the lumbar in mine but I do with the XL models had adjustable seats.

[@adamloudoun9014]

so... when does vtec kick in?

[@samodio586]

What about in the summer , does the ac go off at the stop light?

[@MichaelWilliams-ro9bm]

Sam Odio -no, but slows down a bit

[@tbone116]

love my 2.7! Pulls my bass boat better than my old Tundra that had a 4.7 v8. No comparison at all really. If your not brand loyal go with the F-150 with a 2.7 Test drive one. But take your check book with you!!!

[@robertbarcus1963]

How often does the manual say the starter has to be replaced?

[@KyleBusch124]

The manual does not say how often it will require service, however I did read that ford tested the starter over 300k cycles and it still performed within like new spec. Think of it like this, if you used your starter 20/day it would over 41 years for it to wear out.

[@tommytruth7595]

Pure theory. The starter and the battery will give out more quickly.

[@mikemiller5839]

i have a 2016 crew cab sport, i have the 5.0 and i alwayays average 17 to 18 mpg

[@djm8341]

To be aspired is good! Lol...

[@Walter-hg2nr]

I know in Mercedes u can turned off start stop. Can u do that in the truck?

[@330turbo]

Yes you can every time you start the truck , but now I found a way to eliminate 100% by instaling a 4 prong trailer tester $5bucks from H.F.tools on the back and the truck will not shut off as long is plug, because the computer think is a trailer attached.

[@rkalla]

+330turbo very helpful tip, thanks!

[@tmb1750]

Cool tip

[@denny702]

Can the auto start/stop be turned off easily and must it be done everytime you drive?

[@ajaxada]

It can be easily turned off with a push-button on the dash panel. It has to be turned off each time the vehicle is started, however it only takes a second. You wont notice it unless it stops. It does not turn off in tow mode or when the weather is too hot or cold for the a/c mode.

[@jporpmer]

Sport mode turns it off

[@Iwillnotlose5644]

@@jporpmer i have a 2015 2.7 and sport mode does not turn off the auto start/stop

[@davidcredicott4025]

Nothing to add if your not sure on turbo charge watch the video on the web of the ford testing if the 3.5 eco boost and it will blow you away what they put that engine through. It was ford testing

[@franco804]

I have a stripped down excab XL with 2.7. 24k miles now and not one issue. I have been tuned since 2000 miles. Tune is by Unleashed . Mine is 4x2 with 3.73 gears and the truck is a beast. It's faster than my modded 94 Corvette. I'm getting 20 mpg city and 30 hwy. I also came from a Frontier. 2013 Pro4X to be exact and it was a pile of crap. Had numerous issues with it and gas mileage was garbage. I was lucky if I got 16 mpg on a road trip.

[@Joe-eg7ml]

im thinking abiout getting a 2.7eb or a 5.0l just wondering how u like it so far and have u had any issues?

[@KyleBusch124]

Joe I have had zero issues with my ecoboost. The more miles I put on this motor, the better the fuel mileage gets. Since this video my mileage is up to around 23 MPG on a regular bases and I have never been short of power. Really my only complaint are to the tires, they aren't the best in the snow. It's a good motor, you'll enjoy it but do yourself a favor and drive them both...either way you can't go wrong.

[@Joe-eg7ml]

How many miles you have now. Had my heart set on the 5.0 v8 but 2.7 eb is tempting price wise and mpg. and i hear its just as fast as a 3.5eb

[@KyleBusch124]

Joe I have just over 28K miles on it. What are you planning on using for truck for? Towing, hauling, commuting?

[@Joe-eg7ml]

Long road trips, hauling and light towing at around 2300lbs and under and maybe if a car weight 5600lbs

[@KyleBusch124]

Joe in that case I'd highly recommend the ecoboost, the mileage is significantly better and it will lug around 7K pounds without breaking a sweat.

[@randomsomeone1617]

you can permanently disable start stop with a simple piece of wire. rip the switch out of the dash, jump the purple and white wires, put switch back in dash. have a nice day 🖒

[@WilliamStewart1]

Random Someone And you've now created a reason for Ford to not warranty your brand new truck.

[@tmb1750]

Or you could just turn it off on the control panel.

[@askani79705]

Random Someone You can hook up a hitch stoplight and it will disable it. It has a disable for trailer hauling

[@tommytruth7595]

Hopefully, independent shops will start offering to disable that horseshit.

[@mufc1992smr]

Anybody know how to have the doors unlock when you turn to park?

[@dukinygaming259]

Not by a ford

[@johnfeet5476]

@@dukinygaming259 My 2017 f150 xl STX - Its in the cluster menu - you can check lock when you move and you can also check unlock when you put it in park.

[@danielfriedline2137]

2000lbs is literally a "ton of weight"

[@snipervision1]

Ford mid sized trucks are getting better and better!

[@tommytruth7595]

Actually, they are getting WAY too complicated and loaded with too much technology. I'm through with Ford.

[@tongtaing5902]

This is my first time I own F150 2015 2.7 ecoo boos hope not disappoint me

[@03silvermustang]

lol natrually "aspired"

[@gabeslawncare9104]

What year

[@CHUNKYCATSFISHING]

Very Nice Video Thank You

[@willie9397]

the second gen 2.7 is my engine of choice

[@kpond6522]

Great video Kyle! How is the 2.7 holding up so far?

[@KyleBusch124]

So far it's been great with no issues... Since the video I've done a service on the truck and everything checked out perfect with no oil consumption, no CEL's, no misfires, no nothing. Tomorrow I'll be adding a cold air intake so I'll make a review of that once it's installed.

[@jeanlindeman6836]

K Pond water

[@toddricher5083]

2000 lbs IS a ton of weight.. lol Thx. I love my 2.7 too.

[@abz124816]

How about doing a video after you logged about 150K , so we can see durability and reliability. Also ... how about using this motor in a Mazda Miata. It would be a Ferrari and others like it killer.

[@woodyfive0]

Majority of Ford mechanics asked (90%) would buy the 5.0...... and you lost credibility with naturally aspired

[@billybeemus3929]

And the reason they give? The sound...

[@gfinnstrom]

@@billybeemus3929 actually there is a you tube from town and country ford... they actually did a video where they asked 12 tech mechanics which truck would you buy all but two said 5.0 and for reliability reason .... i thought this was unique for a dealership here is the site... kzbin.info/www/bejne/b5-4dKtrfraNqNE

[@brandonmurphy4657]

@@billybeemus3929 makes its power without twin turbos . Not a small engine boosted up to make the power

[@richardkelley3644]

2018 2.7: 11 MPG pulling my camper.

[@fredrutledge3628]

Richard Kelley yes, you can have ECO or you can have boost.

[@chop2093]

No real car "purist" would say they like the auto start stop feature ...

[@billwaddell2342]

YOU MUST NOT HAVE A TWIN TURBO! Best HWY MPG is 16/17 in town I don't have a clue, I don't drive intern enough to measure it faithfully . I normally get 9-10mpg because I pull 2 Trailers ,,,, yes Doubles. 18 Ft Travel Trailer and a 14Ft. RZR ATV Trailer.... at 60-65mpg. 19 in town I doubt it and no 22mpg on the road.

[@johnfeet5476]

The 2.7 ecoboost is a Twin Turbo.

[@donaldbuzbee6469]

Balony, I hated mine, got rid of it when I carried it back for the first oil change. Started barked and auto s

[@kingleonidas9672]

This video aspired me 😂😂😂

[@Philios2Glory1]

You lost me at vertical mode.

[@stevenstrawn5009]

So put a turbo on a Altima and I can pull a horse trailer 😁😂

[@joelambing1075]

love my 2.7 ecoboost but fucking hate the auto start\stop

[@dadicoots]

2.7 ecoboost is the best truck engine on the planet right now. The F-150 with the 2.7 drives more like a sporty rear wheel drive sedan, not a truck. Impressive acceleration. Ford should offer it in the Mustang. Ecoboost engines have been around now for 7 years and they have been very reliable. That should not be a reason to not buy one. Guarantee you GM and Dodge are designing aluminum trucks with turbo V6 engines.

[@heavymetalmechanicX]

59 seconds in: Yep, I'm done with this video.

[@dingdong2447]

Will be a very expensive engine to fix

[@ZACH_95_]

Super Dave, its actually not.

[@atl3630]

Wrong

[@brandonmurphy4657]

Squeezing to much power out of a small engine . 2.7 l is not a big enough for a pickup imo

[@231mac]

I'm staying with my Nitrogen Aspergers V8.

[@WeSRT4]

You wouldn't like the auto start stop if you lived in the deep south.