I've had 5 EcoBoost now, from the 3.5 down to the 2.3... I've never once had them under deliver. I've always been impressed and surpassed what the sticker says. I'm not worried about this number either. I'm pretty sure real world I'll be able to do it again. I think some should probably blame themselves and their driving traits for bad mileage.... Lol But self awareness isn't a thing anymore. Blame is tho... LolI'm not disappointed in 17mpg. In fact thats pretty good on the surface.
However, I'm disappointed in 17 mpg with an eco-boost engine that is notorious for under-delivering in real world mpg and that will be spoiled up all the time which is not great for longevity. Combined that with a vehicle that has as low as a 16.9gallon tank and that has a payload of around 1000 pounds, a roof rack with an anemic load rating and a tiny cargo area to put a gas can in.
I bet a SAS averages 15mpg real world and wouldn't be surprised for it to be closer to 12mpg with a full load. Now add the mountains or a headwind and you could easily have some scenarios were your range is under 200 miles.
Now why cant we at least have the simplicity and reliability of a V8?
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