I agree the 2.7 has the inside track although I am VERY disappointed that it can not be purchased on a Lariat edition with the Luxury package. I think mileage for the 3.5 will improve due to weight loss but only by 1 mpg I bet.

 

Yeah I know it is quite sad isn't it? Just won't be the same. But I did hear rumors of a new GT500 for 2016 though. I wonder what that would bring?

 

I think it's going to be more than that. Over the last couple of years I've read some interesting things about the next generation EcoBoost engines and some of the things they will do. Such as cooled EGR, a different CAC setup, and some other things. I suspect there will be some design improvements that will increase the efficiency of the 3.5.

 

I said earlier that the 2.7L was our choice but as time has passed conservative thinking and experience is pointing to (4) 3.5L NA's for the fleet in 16. The (2) 3.7L's have been 0 trouble while the (2) EB's have seen 6 production days interrupts this last year for one thing or another. That's money lost in a business that does not need to be lost in a given year. Switching Crews around to facilitate new trucks back to the dealership is unhandy when they are living out of town.

 

Yesterday I drove a 5.0 with a 3.73 rear end and it felt like a slow turd and honestly I was not over impressed with the 3.5, but it definitely had more punch than the slow turd 5.0. I ordered a King Ranch with the 3.5, but I have been spoiled by the 5.7 in my Tundra so the 3.5 Eco will take some time to get adjusted to.

 

having owned a 2011 FX4 Ecoboost, i'd probably go back for another 3.5EB - great motor.

 

re the smaller 2.7 DI eb engine, had a similar engine in an audi Q5 - 2.0L but single turbo... we were pleasantly surprised by the performance on a relatively heavy AWD suv.

When we were upgrading my truck, the wife saw a 3.5 Explorer Sport on the lot and wanted to drive it while they played their little pricing games on my truck...

OH my goodness, MUCH better performance, ride, looks, size --- got it before my truck came in

NOW, someone chose v8 because of the sound ???
this lil suv is so quick you best not be focusing on sound or you'll be off the road in a heartbeat
And the new v8 diesels sound like hair dryers with all the epa crap so that's no longer a consideration...

 

I'm one of the dinosaurs that like the V8 rumble! I have even gotten used to my hair dryer!!

 

Haha, good one. Your Toyota must be 'special' and your Fords must be lemons. The motoring press definitely does not label the 5.0L a 'slow turd' nor do they consider the 5.7L the top of the pile. The Fast Lane Truck's run up the Davis Dam towing resulted in the 5.7L Tundra placing being the Ford 3.5L truck.

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As for the VW / Audi 2.0L, I wouldn't consider that at all a similar motor to the 2.7L Ford. First of all, the 2.7L is a V6 and the 2.0L is a four cylinder. Yes, the both are direct-injected (and I think both have CGI blocks) but I wouldn't compare a 6 to a 4. That being said, there is no doubt the 2.0L is a very snappy engine with very good power all across the tachometer and virtually no lag, and probably quite underrated by the factory.

 

You are comparing towing and not performance as it relates to the 5.7 Tundra vs 3.5 Eco. Since I own the Tundra and have already ordered a 2015 King Ranch I am giving a true and accurate assessment of the overall performance without the towing quotient being brought into the equation.

 

First off, the 5.7L Toy is a great engine, no doubt. BUT, forget about towing. Look at the specs from Motor Trend or Car and Driver. A brand new Tundra 5.7L hits 0-60 in 6.7 seconds. As does an F-150 with the "turd" 5.0L. These are both crew cab, 4x4 trucks. The 3.5L is even quicker. So, I'm a bit at a loss as to why you feel the 5.0L is so gutless, especially with that gearset. I think the 3.5L feels like a car engine, but with a ton of shove. The 5.0L is incredibly smooth and quiet, but still has the V8 tone when you step on it. Also, note the results of this poll - most people prefer the 5.0L. If it was such a 'turd' as you describe, I kind of doubt most buyers would be shelling out for it when they could have the 3.5L, or even switch to a Tundra. Hopefully you enjoy your new truck.

 

Just curious as to why the switch fro Toyota to Ford? As far as performance without the towing quotient, I have friends with Toys and EB's, that little EB has embarrassed the Tundra on many occasion, no towing involved. I do like the Tundra though, from what I have heard, they're a very reliable & capable vehicle.

 

The only thing Toyota has upgraded is the interior and the truck is real thirsty on fuel.
I saw the 2015 Ford 150 at the Detroit Auto Show and I am very impressed with the overall truck. I guess my perfect truck would be a 2015 King Ranch with a 5.7 Tundra motor that gets better gas mileage, but that not going to happen so I am hopeful with the 700 lb reduction of weight and some performance upgrades I can get over the turbo lag of the 3.5.

 

I don't find the turbo lag too bad on the EcoBoost. And this is my first boosted vehicle. Meh, it's all about personal preference I guess.

 

I think you'll end up being quite surprised by the 3.5L. It's a marvel of design IMHO.(just wished it sounded better!!!)