long bed vs. short bed

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May 22, 2008 | 07:53 PM

DANA60

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long bed vs. short bed

I'm trying to sell my 04 f-150 to buy another ranger and i'm trying to get the best mpg. I know i want the 2.3 duratec 5 speed and i really want the long bed but how much if any mpg loss will it take over the short bed? What kinda of real world mpg am i looking at. I know what the epa says and i've read lots of post about what other people get but can i really expect 25 mpg mixed driving?

May 22, 2008 | 09:37 PM

MazdaRangerGuyInSTL

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Yes you can! And if you'll use it, go for the long bed. You'll see a slight decrease, but nothing significant!

(NOTE: My 2000 3.0 5 speed, extended cab long bed gets 22-24MPG... 2.3 is going to be even better)

May 22, 2008 | 09:57 PM

reddog99

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The long bed is available with a larger gas tank than the short bed model if you plan to order your truck, but the extra (roughly 500 lbs.) weight will cut mileage a bit.

May 24, 2008 | 02:27 AM

DANA60

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Thanks for the replies i guess the short bed would be worth getting just for the small benefit in mpg possibly.

May 24, 2008 | 05:51 AM

wendell borror

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Personally, I don't think you will see much difference either way. My son has an 04 short bed with the 2.3 and automatic and he gets 25/30. The automatic doesn't get as good as a manual. So if you get a long bed with a manual it should = out about the same as his short bed with an auto.