2022 f150 XLT acceleration and fuel economy 5.0l V8

update on ownership experience

[@seagullsbtn]

After nearly 18 months with my 21 F150 V8, I think the V8 is the best choice all rounder engine. Lifetime is 20mpg. Would be higher but I tow enough to ruin average. Best ever 25.8 over nearly 500 interstate miles. Averaged 24.9 that day on nearly 1000miles driven that day.

[@BrandonCramer-ti4cl]

What was your average speed? Cruise control occasionally? Thank you

[@fasteddie617]

What gears are you running? Mine did a phenomenal job on the highway. Left Boston, didn't need to fill up until a good distance into Pennsylvania. Has 3.31's. Most guys like 3.55's and up, better torque.

[@rds990]

I have a 22 F150 5.0 It's my 7th F150 and ALL have been 5.0's (well a couple 5.4 engines were in there too). This one gets the best mileage on the highway by 2 mpg. I get consistently 22mpg on the highway with mine, and I run 20" BFG KO2's for tires.

[@josipdolic6391]

I added JL sub only and everything sounds like it did in my 16 lariat,super happy with it

[@skat5268]

Hey thanks for doing this video. That's pretty good mileage. My '05 F150 4x4 has over 120k on it and I still get 17mpg doing trips on the 80mph interstate. That's with the old 4.6 Triton. They try to push that Eco Boost V6, but if you want the same or more power you're going to give up tank capacity and the mpg is not better. Really the one unknown factor is that cylinder de-activation as no one knows what it's going to do to the engine long term.

[@jonathanaustin8841]

I know the technology has been around awhile with other manufacturers. Both my last two rams had it and they were still performing great when I traded them in. I am disappointed that I won't be able to throw an aftermarket exhaust on this without hearing it drop into 4 cylinder mode. Kind of a bummer.

[@Brandon_Nelson92]

My 2019 3.5 ecoboost f150 4x4 crew cab long bed with the max tow package averages 20mpg unloaded and tows like a diesel. With a 36 gallon fuel tank, range isn't much of an issue. I was originally skeptical of the ecoboost engines. After driving and towing with a borrowed one, I knew I wanted one. My 2019 f150 was my first new truck after owning 5 different 100k+ mile gas/diesel v8 trucks and an in-line 6 diesel. No regrets. I'll be keeping it for at least another 5 years, if not 10.

[@garboi8976]

@@Brandon_Nelson92 you'll keep it until the cam phasers go. the 3.5 was made for the NA application and then turbos were added later in life. they still haven't figured out the cam phaser issues

[@Brandon_Nelson92]

@garboi8976 I'm already counting on updating to the revised (Jan '21) cam phasers when/if needed. It'll cost about 3k if the dealer does it or about 1500 if i do it. Still worth it.

[@garboi8976]

@@Brandon_Nelson92 that’s a really good idea. Lots of guys over look it until it’s too late and they are wondering why it’s gonna be $8500 to get it back on the road.

[@bradf3963]

Fuel economy would improve a tad if you put some more air in the tires. I run mine at 38 PSI. (2020 5.0 XLT)

[@Mr.Beastforpresident]

You sound like a radio host 🎙️

[@cmdrdarwin3682]

Impressive mpg! The new Colorado/Canyon with a turbo 4 gets about the same mpg & it’s a good bit smaller.

[@philipgauthier3570]

I can't figure out for the life of me....why why why will Ford not put the V8 in the F-150 Raptors. I'm not talking about the 700hp Raptor R....I'm just saying a basic V8. I HATE HATE HATE my 3.5L Eco-BS in my 2018 F-150 Raptor.....The 3.5 Eco-BS gets 14.2mpg city/highway combined.....Thanks for the posting!

[@markmankin4975]

We have a 2022 STX..5.0.. We tow our 25ft Jayco to the East coast several times a year from ohio...pulls camper like it's not even back there

[@jonathanaustin8841]

I've only towed a 20 foot enclosed trailer with a few furniture items but it did do awfully good!

[@paulm6481]

Great review. I love F150 but all trucks have their good points and bad. That is the engine I go with for sure, sounds great. Great review.

[@jonathanaustin8841]

The V8 has been amazing so far, just wish I was in love with the transmission shift points as much as I was with the truck overall.

[@alexisarmstrong3491]

@@jonathanaustin8841 does the truck come with heated seats and staring wheel

[@jonathanaustin8841]

@@alexisarmstrong3491 not the steering wheel but it does have heated seats

[@keithkuckler2551]

21 mpg at 80mph is not bad I have a 2014 four by four Xlt with the Coyote and I drive it about 60-70 and will get about 20-21, but, I do have a heavy hi top Leer topper, and, that has lowered the mpg a bit.

[@malcolmn.5222]

My 2022 xlt 5.0 has hit 25+ mpgs on the interstate doing long road trips.

[@BobChanter]

You can't go by the truck's computer estimate. It's never accurate. You have to fill the tank and do the math.

[@ShopJock]

My forst trip out around 1k in my 23 f150 5.0 4x4 ccswb with 5.0 i saw 19mpg. Next trip around 2k was about 15mpg. Wish it was better but i do like the truck. The factory exhaust is a bit noisy towing so far with a smalll 6500# camper

[@jonathanaustin8841]

Haven't done any extensive towing but I do know the motor is loud under the dash when you really punch it. Overall I'm settling in around 18-19 average and I can live with that.

[@datboibg21]

Got rid of that double honk quick with forskann as soon as I got mine

[@johnfranklin1858]

Nice truck enjoy it.

[@034G63EVO]

No shit. I havent been to Greenville in 25 years. I lived there 2nd through 4th grade. Then we moved to Tyler. ive lived in North Dakota for the past 15 years. I just bought my first F150 as well, 23' SXT 4X4 crew cab 5.0

[@jonathanaustin8841]

Just moved to the area and now we've relocated to nearby Lone Oak. Small world!

[@josipdolic6391]

MBRP exhaust system S5215 part number is the one I’m thinking about

[@JFND2008]

For overall mpg wise, is the 5.0 better than the Ram 5.7? I currently have a 2021 5.7 and have been thinking about trading in for the 5.0

[@jonathanaustin8841]

I do a ton of idle time and my Ram had the towing axle ratio(3.73) vs the f150 having highway gearing(3.15) so yes the f150 does get better fuel economy overall. It is not noticeable enough though to make a change if that's the only determining factor.

[@seagullsbtn]

@@jonathanaustin8841 3.15 is not available on current Gen F150. 3.31 is the highest geared option.

[@jonathanaustin8841]

@@seagullsbtn why would my build sheet say it and the sticker in door seal confirm it then?

[@calebniederhofer6529]

@@seagullsbtn Yes, It is. I have seen it for myself and opted to buy the 4wd model instead. The 4wd had 3.31 and the 2wd had 3.15.

[@toddreeder3082]

Wow what beautiful truck are the running boards removable?

[@jonathanaustin8841]

I believe so.

[@davebasey9863]

I average of 80 miles an hour and you getting over 20 miles to the gallon is really good . I had a Ford with the Eco 3.5 boost purchase this new . I’m driving a ram Big horn with the 5.7 I bought it new and I have 70,000 miles on it now it’s been a good dependable truck. No issues. The coyote engine. I think it makes 400 hp 5.0 liters double overhead cam higher RPMs compared to the pushrod, 5.7. 395 hp.

[@jonathanaustin8841]

Mixed driving I'm now averaging 18 which is fine. The transmission shift patterns are still very confusing to me. I miss the 8 speed in my ram far more than I thought I would but oh well. We'll see if this improves over time.

[@ToyotaTacoma-js6on]

Have you had any problems with the truck since you purchased it and had to take it back to the dealer? How many miles do you have on it now? I am about to pull the trigger and buy an XLT like yours in 4WD. Thanks

[@jonathanaustin8841]

No issues besides just a little quirky shift patterns. No problems or hard shifts but I just think it shifts at weird points sometimes. I've got 2600 miles and I've had it for 3 months now. Love the 5.0.

[@arshviratwal5081]

what do yu think of the cylinder deactivation??

[@jonathanaustin8841]

It's not a deal breaker for me. You can barely tell it's active on these trucks. I did want to put an exhaust on it but have decided against it because of it though.

[@Mr.Beastforpresident]

What trim level RAM you had? and which sound system sounds better?

[@jonathanaustin8841]

Lonestar (Bighorn) F150 system sounds better

[@BamaTidefan1967]

What octane gas are you using? The 5.0 has 12:1 compression.

[@markmankin4975]

I run the premium in my 5.0.. Just seems like a happier motor

[@rds990]

I run what the manual says......regular unleaded 87 octane. Runs like a champ at 27,000 miles (22 F150)

[@BamaTidefan1967]

Yeah my truck had 87 in it when I got it from the dealer but I mostly used 93 since and even a little E85 which is like 108 octane. I just can't force myself to use 87 in anything with 12:1 compression even tho the manual; says its OK. Even the manual recommends premium while towing so their is something to be said for using the best. Fords do have the ability to adjust timing due to octane even if some of the other manufacturers do not. @@markmankin4975

[@FahimSalehi786]

Planning on getting 2023/2024 model V8 5.0 does it have cylinder deactivation? Not sure if that’s a deal breaker

[@jonathanaustin8841]

It does but it's the best of any manufacturer I've used. Definitely not a deal breaker on my end.

[@georgehuerta1990]

That’s a big truck with a big motor and you’re doing 80 miles an hour yeah bro you’re not gonna get great gas mileage. But I bet you if you ran it 65 to maybe 70 I bet you that truck would get maybe 23 to 24 miles a gallon

[@markr170]

I have a 2023 F 150 with a 3.73 axle ratio and I'm getting a combined 16.3 MPG, about 21 MPG with just highway driving. Do you think the axle ratio reduces the MPG?

[@jonathanaustin8841]

Definitely. You've got a more towing ratio and I've got highway gears. Yours is probably quicker than mine though!

[@jaysson1151]

Just curious, how fast are you cruising to maintain 21 mpg? Is your truck a 4x4 crew cab? I’m trying to decide between 3.31 or 3.73. I like to be able cruise 75+ and still get REASONABLE gas mileage.

[@jonathanaustin8841]

@@jaysson1151 if this question is for me I actually have the 2wd so with the low highway gears and 2wd, my mileage is probably going to be at the higher end of the spectrum compared to most other setups.

[@jaysson1151]

@@jonathanaustin8841 thanks for taking the time to reply, but no my question was for Mark. Highway numbers have a broad range of variables, mostly affected by cruising speed. Although, terrain, weather, and fuel mix all have factors, not as much as speed. I’m coming from a 2012 XLT with the 3.5ecoboost with 3.73 and 4wd. It’s a 6000 lb tank and not exactly eco. Not expecting “Prius mpg”, but just reasonable for an all-weather highway cruiser. I’m 60/40 between a 5.0 or 3.5 and if 5.0 either 3.31 or 3.73. I plan to keep my next truck for at least 10 years like I have my current one. I don’t want to regret which ever decision I make. If either config gets at least 20 mpg at 75+ I’ll be happy.

[@markr170]

@@jaysson1151 I get 21 mpg going 70-75 mph. If I baby it on a clear flat road I’ve gotten as much as 23.

[@Mr.Beastforpresident]

Which feels bigger inside? Which one rides smoother? Which one has more comfortable seats? Which one has better headlights at light? What didn’t you like about the RAM?

[@jonathanaustin8841]

F150 feels bigger inside Ram rode smoother F150 more comfortable seats Both have great visibility at night I didn't like the cylinder deactivation in the Ram and also didn't care much for the center console layout.

[@brent7368]

@@jonathanaustin8841 Important to note the new 5.0s have Cylinder Deactivation now (21s and up)

[@jonathanaustin8841]

@@brent7368 I did know that but I read the difference in mpg gains is less than 1%. Pretty ridiculous to add that feature for that much of a supposed increase.

[@michellemartinez2985]

Not you with the sniffles 👃🏼😂

[@user-sh9cg9pj9j]

what axle ratio do you have?

[@jonathanaustin8841]

3.15. It's a 2wd

[@Cheexs]

Link for floor mats?

[@jonathanaustin8841]

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[@felixramos5808]

Monty straton!!

[@jonathanaustin8841]

Yes sir!

[@NAZTYPONY007]

what gear in the rear ????

[@jonathanaustin8841]

3.15. It's a 2wd

[@michaelfishkin4332]

Is that 2 or 4 wheel drive

[@jonathanaustin8841]

2wd. Time will tell if I'll regret that lol

[@howardriggins4010]

3:31 or 3:73 gears?

[@jonathanaustin8841]

Build sheet says 3.15 gearing.

[@howardriggins4010]

@@jonathanaustin8841 ahh two wheel drive

[@jonathanaustin8841]

@@howardriggins4010 yes sir. I keep away from the mud for the most part! Haha

[@howardriggins4010]

@@jonathanaustin8841 yeah I’m in the snow belt area so 4x4 is a must. I’ve owned a 2 wheel drive F-150 once, never again. I have a 2.7 in mine and I was wondering how you were getting the same mileage I was, now I know. Enjoy your 150.

[@SudburySaturdayNight1787]

The only way I would ever get a 2wd is if I was buying a classic and restoring it. Otherwise for daily driver 4wd it is. Especially when dealing with harsh winters.

[@RaulCojocariu]

floor mats , you havent had tuxmat then

[@jonathanaustin8841]

Are they pretty pricey?

[@BobChanter]

Spit it out man. For the love of god, get to the point.

[@outlawet3fan483]

What Ford 5.0 has cylinder deactivation crap like Gm with all their lifter failure

[@jonathanaustin8841]

Yep they added it starting for the 2021 model year. It's very smooth and mostly unnoticeable but I do worry about future issues that may arise

[@BamaTidefan1967]

@@jonathanaustin8841 Don't forget about the new oil pump"belt" too. Ford did away with the conventional gear driven oil pump and went to a belt driven oil pump in 21. Its supposed to be good for at least 150K miles. Damn I like that truck!

[@jonathanaustin8841]

@@BamaTidefan1967 yes sir I did hear that they tested it up to 1100 horsepower also. I guess only time will tell how it holds up!

[@camonly849]

Coyote doesn't have lifters.

[@BamaTidefan1967]

@@camonly849 OK its technically a "hydraulic lash adjuster." That being said cylinder deactivation sucks regardless of what make it is.

[@user-su7md8lt8s]

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[@melvinhunt6976]

I don’t pay attention to people who have the top of their hands covered with tattoos! Sorry!

[@jonathanaustin8841]

It's a memorial tattoo for my father but be a b***h about it 🤷

[@notasheep12]

Sounds like u would like to get those hands upside your forehead! Maybe u will learn to pay attention then!

[@SudburySaturdayNight1787]

@Melvin Hunt Was that really necessary?

[@notasheep2865]

Maybe u would pay attention if those hands were slapping the $hit out of u!

[@calebniederhofer6529]

That’s ignorant.

[@jeremyt7752]

Nice truck