Howdy Fellas,
I'm shopping for a new 2019 Ford F-150 Supercrew XLT 4x4 302a with 36 gallon fuel tank. I currently own a very similar 2013 Ford F150 with the 3.5. Straight highway I get about 20 MPG at 70 mph. I occasionally tow a bass boat and I drive 90 miles round trip daily to work and back home. Hence, I need a truck with good mileage and power to accelerate in highway traffic. Thus, my dilemma is should I get the 2019 2.7 or 3.5?

My fear is that I will not like the 2.7 due to loss of power of accelerating in traffic with very similar MPG as the 3.5.

I'd like the 2.7 owners to weigh in on the subject with 70mph highway MPG, acceleration and light towing.

Thank you.

 

Having owned both and still driving both variants I do find the 2.7 more enjoyable in daily commute traffic. It boosts quicker and harder than the 3.5 and returns pretty good mileage. If you keep your towing below 6k the 2.7 is a hard one to beat. Even harder to beat if you order the payload package. For heavier towing I prefer my 3.5 and anything above 10k I like to use my F450.

 

For your use, the 2.7L seems like a great choice. I wouldn't hesitate.

 

I agree. As long as your towing needs don't get outrageous, the 2.7L is very snappy, and will yield you more MPG than the 3.5L. Either engine will perform remarkably well if you take them to the mountains. The turbos make the engine behave "almost" as well as at sea level.

 

I’ve had my 2.7L since May and I’ve been super happy with it. I was originally set on the 5.0. I decided to test drive the 2.7L as well. I went in with the impression that the 2.7 would be way too small for the truck. I was really impressed with the 2.7 it felt like a completely different truck than the 5.0. It’s a punchy little engine. I know you’re not thinking of the 5.0 but that’s the only other truck I test drove. The 2.7 definitely delivered power more effortlessly since it makes power a lot lower in the rpm range.

After 2600 miles I’ve averaged 18.5 mpg. That’s all back roads I haven’t been on the highway for any extended time. I’ve been on the turnpike a few times and at 75 it sits around 2k rpm. For reference I only averaged between 19-20 mpg in my 2011 Subaru Forester that was rated for 21 in the city.

 

I had a 3.5 before, and now have a 2.7. I’m very pleased with the 2.7 engine, and it has plenty of power. I think the 2.7 would easily serve your needs.

 

I have no miles in a 2.7L other than a test drive with my daughter. That test drive led the both of back to the 3.5L. The 2.7 and 3.5 trucks were both geared the same, 2018 XLT Screws. I felt that he 2.7L was / is very capable for the majority of us and I'd definitely have one if the 3.5L weren't available.

 

Hi, I have the 2.7 I tow a 21ft TT 6000 lb. 600lb tongue weight,I don't even feel the trailer behind me, I have a WDH to distribute the weight and prevent sway,I take it through some hilly areas in PA with no problems, It is a very capable Engine but you have to know you limitations as far as weight, take all 3 for a drive you wont be disappointed!!

 

Also, a bass boat will tow a lot easier than a TT of the same weight. TT's are basically worst case scenario for towing because of the huge frontal area.

 

2.7 works for me.

 

Thanks everyone. I greatly appreciate the information. Adios.