Same here. My sister bought a explorer with the 2.3 and I always felt it had plenty of power. Is it a sports car or does it move like a sport hell no. But it has more than enough to get out of its own way without having to full throttle which is to me plenty in this type of vehicle
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I drive similarly. I'm getting the 2.7 only because it seems to be a better long term engine as it SHOULD accumulate less carbon on the valves compared to the 2.3. You might consider that as well if this is a long ownership vehicle for you. A catch can could be several hundred installed and who knows if it could cause a warranty issue. Safer bet for me to just go 2.7.
I drive everyday but not far. My current ride has 86K miles on it after 17 years. I'm aware of the DI turbo carbon buildup and the use of a catch can. That isn't so much a deal breaker for me. My problem is that lately I've been flirting with the High package. The OBX is the first trim that allows for the option. I hate the steps and 18" wheels. If I go with the OBX, I'll be taking the steps off and looking to replace the wheel/tire combination. I'm perfectly content with the BB wheel/tire combo. In the end, I'll likely stick with the 2.7. It will be more engine than I'll ever need.
Do you mean stick with the 2.3L? If so, I agree with you for your situation. I drive much more than you.
Acceleration will vary widely between trim levels with different size tires. You cannot compare a Base 2.7 on 30" light street tires to a heavier Squatched Badlands on 35" heavy All or Max Terrains. The 2.7L Base 0-60 will much quicker than the Squatch. Trims with 32" tires will also be a lot quicker than Squatch or even Badlands 33s. The time differences will be significant imo.
My dad had a 70 F-100 with 3 on the tree and when I rode somewhere with him he would be in 3rd gear before we were doing 25mph lol, the truck would be lugging around but hey it was pops style, I'd drive his truck and be doing 50 in 2nd LOL, I miss lugging around with him, R.I.P Dad
No. I'll likely stick with the 2.7L. The 2.3L would be more than adequate but when it comes to resale, I should easily recoup the cost of the 2.7L. I average 5K miles per year. In 5 years, the 2.7L would have 25K miles on it. It should fetch a premium to interested buyers.
Except for the OBX where it is a full $1895. The trade show Q/A revealed that the above is correct so many are hoping the OBX pricing is a bug in B/P. If the pricing doesn't change, it is a tougher pill to swallow.
I understand that. Some vehicles I have driven can’t get out of their own way when merging. Hopefully the 2.3 in the bronco is confident in that aspect.
Yep, I talked to them about it also, and was told as soon as they either get the spec's from Ford or get their hands on one it will be coming out. I want this also as I need the space, and never haul passengers when I am boondocking.
