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TALKING CARS WITH CONSUMER REPORTS #69: FORD F-150: ECOBOOST VS ECOBOOST
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Consumer Reports' 'Talking Cars' episode #69 delves into a comparison of two Ford F-150 EcoBoost engines: the 3.5L and the new 2.7L. Surprisingly, the smaller 2.7L engine proved faster in acceleration tests due to its gearing, while also delivering superior fuel economy (17 MPG), topping the class. However, its towing capacity is significantly lower (7,600 lbs vs. 10,700 lbs for the 3.5L) due to cooling limitations, though the reviewers suggest this could potentially be addressed with larger coolers. The episode also touches on the surprising reliability of the Toyota-Subaru collaboration (FRS/BRZ) and the GM-Toyota Matrix/Vibe, contrasting it with issues on their own Tesla Model S P85D, which suffered a broken driver's door handle, highlighting Tesla's mobile repair service. The review also defends Consumer Reports' critical stance on the Acura ILX against other publications, emphasizing their independent purchasing and testing process.
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| Brand | Ford |
|---|---|
| Model | F-150 |
