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Mar 7, 2017 | 08:05 PM

derek4343

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What year is best

My boss asked about buying my truck from me an 09 5.4 crew cab. It would then be my company truck. I'd have to turn around and buy one for myself. What years and motor combo seem to have the least amount of issues? I know it's a crap shoot ,they all have some. I need to tow my 6500+ pound boat on occasion. My 5.4 does great even through the mountains. I'm sure the newer motors are better. I can't afford new. Hopefully 2012-2015. Thanks in advance

Mar 7, 2017 | 09:03 PM

Green Power

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I would get a 2012 plus 5.0.

Mar 8, 2017 | 07:13 AM

brokenleg

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2013-15... 5.0...............................................

Mar 8, 2017 | 07:51 AM

Turbo Dog

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I'd pick the same as the two replies above ^^

Mar 8, 2017 | 09:51 AM

paintballdude05

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The newer the better when it comes to the 2011+. If you don't need the towing power of the EcoBoost (few actually do), I'd go with the 5.0.

Mar 8, 2017 | 11:55 AM

WXboy

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For reliability, I'd go 2013+ with the 5.0 Coyote engine.

Mar 8, 2017 | 02:28 PM

FORD COASTIE

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I have a 2011 5.0 that runs like a top. As long as the truck has been maintained, I wouldn't be scared to buy another 2011.

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Mar 10, 2017 | 05:35 AM

tseekins

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The longer that a drive train combo is in use the better. So, I'll say that a 2016 truck is the best. Nothing has changed till the 2017 MY.

Mar 10, 2017 | 05:43 PM

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From what I've heard, the '15 trucks had a lot of quality control issues, mainly fit and finish. My 2012 has been great! I have the 3.7 V6 which won't be enough for your needs, but overall the truck has been very good! I wouldn't hesitate to get a 2012-'14 5.0. From everything I'm hearing from those who own the 5.0, it actually gets slightly better fuel economy than my 3.7.