2024 Ford F-150 2.7l vs 5.0l Coyote vs 3.5l Powerboost MPG loop 

All very good engines and all good fuel economy for a full-size crew cab pick up. I'll go with the 5.0 and the added payload that it offers.

If I needed an everyday no frills truck. I would buy XLT with a 5.0. Simple and reliable.

Nicely done sir!! 😁 Only problem it made the decision even harder, LOL. Mileage vs. 2.7 folks love vs reliable V8 vs. generator on wheels vs. heart loving V8's with dual exhaust!!! 😜

I test drove a power boost. The fuel economy(after a mix of city highway driving) was no better than the regular 3.5. The 2.7 smokes the power boost for mileage, if you’re not towing super heavy, get the 2.7.

Had a 2.7 in my last 2 trucks, Went to the dealer and picked out my 5.0 yesterday and im so happy. Nut i wont lie, I test drove a 3.5 poweerboost and thats one hell of a truck too

2.7 is way better on fuel, but id go with the 5 litre although i did love my 2.7. It always got around 4 or 5mpg better than the 5 litre and the 3.5

60 grand for an XLT piss off

These are the reviews I like, all legit no BS. What was the rear in the 2.7?

Not knocking any of these engines, my 2017 2.7 had a 3.55 rear 20.4 mpg and 6 speed, my 2023 has a 2.7 3.73 rear with the 10 speed and I’m getting about .60/ 21 mpg, better with the 3:73 rear. Pulls my 4,600 pound camper a lil better, but the 10 speed ain’t as smooth. I’m a Grandpaw and I’ve always driven like one, even 40 years ago.

I own a 2015 XLT with a 2.7L and it's at124,000 miles. Had one issue since new with a fuel pump (warranty), otherwise solid truck. I don't tow 15,000 pound trailers on a daily basis, but I have no issue pulling my 23' Robalo at highway speed several times a month or taking a classic car to a show. The previous truck was a Chevy with a 5.3, great as well. Key to any vehicle is religious maintenance, especially oil changes. It's really personal preference and what you do with your truck.

Another thing to note, that 5.0 has a 3.73 rear. If it had the 3.31 it would probably be the highest... Simply amazing

I thought the newer 5.0 has issues with the cylinder deactivation?

I just bought a powerboost and love it.

These were all 4WD? Why not a mpg test with the 2WD?

5.0 vs 3.5TT in an F150 is always a tough choice. I probably would choose the 3.5 twin turbo ecoboost

Love my Powerboost with the 7200 watt onboard generator. I power my house and camper with it. You are so right with the transmission, sometimes I can’t even hear or feel shifting.

5.0 Simple? It has cylinder deactivation which the other 2 do not. Another thing, dont believe the MPG readout. On throttle off coasting, the ICE only engines shut off the fuel. The hybrid helps when on throttle by not starting the engine.

I wouldn't pay more than $45k for any of them, so I guess I'll keep my 2003 and go on a cruise ship vacation this summer instead :)

You ran tge 2.7L at 70 on the highway the other 2 you ran at 69. I have had 2 - 2.7L, 2-P.B's 1 3.5L E.B. and 1 5.0L Only the 1 2.7 and 1 3.5 L had the 10 speeds and obviously both P.B.'s had the 10 speeds. That 1 mph on the highway makes a 1 mpg difference Drop that 2.7 to 69 mph and you'd be about 22 mpg's.

The 2.7 obviously. My 2022 F-150 2.7 Stx on oem 33's gets almost 27 mpgs @ 65 with A/C on. I was blown away by that. I'm not sure why yours is so low. Mine was gps/odo & top off method proven. Right off the lot brand new. Although I drove 100 miles home. Your drive is way shorter

2.7 will do better overall than the 5.0. Highway is highway, most driving is city or around town so the 2.7 will beat the 5.0 in the long run in terms of MPG's.

All 15k over what they should be

2023 with 4 thousand miles on it I found and bought it. 2.7 in it, plenty of power and driving 65 I see 28 mpg quite often, not always.

You forgot to mention what gearing each of the trucks was. Im really impressed with the 5.0 mpg. With how high the payload was im thinking it was the 3.73. Same with the PB as 3.73 is standard. Curious about the 2.7. Great video.

Excellent Vid. Love those trucks except the exterior. They look so basic. Doesn't look at cool as the competition these days. I'd love to see them come out with a 5.0 V8 with powerboost. Having the generator is a huge additional feature specially for folks in Florida with hurricanes. Having the A/C compressor be electric is awesome. Can keep the car cool when the engine is not running. In Florida when Power goes out we can use the truck and not have to worry about having a separate generator. I'd love to see it in a 5.0 V8 configuration.

Loving my powerboost, just got it two weeks ago, carbonize grey with black out package plus, my first truck. Had cars all my life.

This is not an accurate test. You can’t go by the tucks computer for accurate mpg calculations? You have to use a calculator and refill each truck after your loop. You’d find the onboard computers are very inaccurate. The rear’s also make a huge impact 3.31 vs 3.73 etc….

Very cool video comparing all 3 trucks with the different powertrains. I also appreciate how all 3 trucks were within $2000 of each other on the MSRP. True apples to apples comparison. If it’s my money, I’m going with the 5.0 V8 and as an added bonus you would get the best payload number of the bunch!

i just bought a 24’ 2.7, i agree the shifting is rough, especially when the trans downshifts to a stop at a red light. i notice from time to time a big clunk when the truck approaches a stop.

Hi! I’m thinking of getting a used F-150 as daily work truck. I have a commute of 40 mile one-way (1.5 hrs) then another 1hr drive home in horrid SoCal traffic. I haul mostly network cabling installation equipment in the bed, and do not tow. What model year, engine and grade do you recommend? I would like to have some of the newer active safety features such as the automatic emergency braking system to avoid front collisions, but not as critical as long-term reliability and durability. Any suggestions for a late model F-150 with Direct and Port Injection. Also, what immediate and affordable engine and transmission mods for reliability and durability are recommended? I’m not looking for more power, just long-term reliability and durability as I don’t have too much money and need a truck for work and personal use. Thank you!

11 miles to empty? Smh

To be fair, the middle one (with the lower payload) didn't have the 3.73 gears the other 2 did. With that, it should have similar if not greater payload.

15K mi on our 3.5 powerboost. We tow a 5th wheel travel trailer occasionally which is why we bought this truck. This powertrain torque down low is really impressive and empty fuel economy is outstanding, 27-28. Having 7200 watts of power on board is awesome. In town is where the hybrid fuel economy shines. We drove this truck all over Tucson for 5 days and made it 800 miles on a single tank of fuel. Ford knocked it out of the park with this truck!

5.0 the only truck with true work capability, high payload and towing capacities, 5.0 V8 is the best

All the engines are good. So that’s not of any importance to me. You can’t go wrong with any of them. What’s more important to me is the chrome appearance package with the shifter on the column which I have on my 21 XLT 302A package. Ford has now taken that away from the XLT and has made it to where you have to step up to a lariat which I refuse to do because of the shifter placement being in the counsel area. I will be keeping my 21 until they bring back the chrome grill to the XLT.

you mentioned a little rougher shifting in the 2.7L when both have the same 10R80 transmission, that can all be reset- or programmed out, dealer can adjust the shifting from the software, that particular truck you were driving probably just needed reprogramming(Adjustment)

I recently purchased a ‘24 STX 4x4 with the 5.0. It’s currently in the shop getting some cosmetic issues taken care of so I’ve been driving a loaner STX with the 2.7. While I can’t really complain about the 2.7, the driving experience is 10x better with the 5.0. The 2.7 will get up and go, but you really need the boost from the turbos so it feels like you have to get more on the throttle. The 5.0 just feels to take far less effort to achieve the same acceleration. I’ve yet to really stretch the legs on the 5.0 on a long drive but did get 23.8 mpg on a 45 mile highway drive cruising 73 mph the day after getting it which is right on par with Fords rating. The added bonus of the 5.0 is the beautiful sound of its exhaust. Something the 2.7 will never have.

Don't get the low mpg #'s, My 14' F150 SCREW 4x4 Platinum 3.5 would get 21 before I lifted it and put 35's on it @35k miles

Owned a 2016 XLT with a 5.0 litre. All I ever did was put gas in it and routine maintenance. Sold it 8 years later with 130,000 miles on it. Never had a moment of trouble with it.

A majority of people don't want small motors in full sized pickups!!!

Do the 2024’s have bluecruise 1.2 (with auto lane change) or still 1.0?

When you gave the payload capacities you didn’t mention the GVW each truck… Because that gives you the actual weight of the truck.

I just traded in my 2016 2.7 lariat with 165k miles very reliable and powerful little engine. But my new 24 f150 5.0 XLT is so much more fun and nice to drive. Best driving truck I’ve ever owned

I'm curious, what was your actual distance of the test loop? How much was highway and how much stop and go?

Great review, thank you for the information. I'm currently renting a Powerboost version (courtesy of Enterprise), while my car is in the shop. I was never into pickup trucks and have never been in the market for one living in suburban NJ. However, as Enterprise only had this, a Ram pickup (hate Chrysler products) and a Corolla available for rent, I figured I'd give the F150 PB a go. Though I've only had it for less than 12 hours, I'm amazed that this thing as actually more fuel efficient than our 24 MDX SH-AWD. Needless to say, we may look to add this to our 'fleet' within the next year or so.

I like a lot about your videos. Maybe more than any other vehicle review channel on RU-vid. This content provides a service for sure, and you're straightforward, right to the info, and you speak like a real person. Lots to like. Thanks.

The one with less moving parts

Love the channel! I’m in the market for a new truck and your videos are very helpful! I’m also a Michigan guy living near AA. I pull a 7.5k lb camper about 6 times a year so payload is important. What is it that gave the 5.0 over 1900 lbs? A specific pkg or something? That’s the best payload I’ve seen on a 1/2 ton and I’ve been paying attention to that for several years. Thanks!

The PowerBoost engine is the 3.5 ecoboost engine with an electric motor added between the transmission and engine. Ford could not get rid of the 3.5. For this reason.

I don't think the Power Boost F-150 is a good idea in places that have extreme heat or cold, which is basically all over the place. That battery adds weight, complexity & a higher price tag & will not really do it's job in extreme climates. It does seem like a good idea as an overland truck for camping & stuff with all of it's outlets & things. I'm still sticking w/my 3.5L F-150 for now.

Thanks for the awesome video!! Knowing that there is only a 1 mph difference I will definitely going with the 5.0! Waaaaay more to go wrong with the ecoboost and not to mention the cost to replace the battery on the Powerboost! Keeping my next truck for many years so going with the reliable coyote!

5l and 3.5L both had 3.73 gears. the 2.7L had 3.55 gears not apples to apples the 2.7L will run lower rpm and do better with that 3.55 ratio. the 3.73 is better for towing. lol then you compare a 3.7L hybrid real apples to apples lmao lol lol

I'd wait for a V.2 Powrboost--at least.

2.7!!!💪💪💪💪👌👌👌👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

Why are u doing 70 instead of 69

The gear number are no longer display?

5.0 all the way all day. Old school v8 and no hands free

Same or different rear diff ratios?

The awesome feature with the Poweboost is the 7.2 kilowatt inverter system is a awesome feature you can run some of your things in your house from the truck if you lose power in your house

Here is a question I cannot answer myself online! I see the 5.0 in the video with the 19xx lb. payload only has the tow package and NOT the max tow package. What components would the max tow package have added to the truck and would it have reduced the payload some? Build and price doesn’t always tell you what the packages include. Thanks in advance for your answer!!

Conclusion: Get the Coyote duh.

Where’s the powerboost

Were the axles all the same and where’s the eco?

Need a Powerboost Raptor !!!

Rear end ratio different on 2.7

interesting - was it 4x4 or 2wd

Just picked up a 2024 STx and I gotta say, the interior has to be the nicest entire for a near base model of any vehicle It’s insane

How does the lightest engine (2.7) have the lowest payload

Anyone buying a full size truck and worrying about mpg doesn't need a full size truck. The 5.0 is the way to go for reliability and cost of ownership over a long time

All are slow

Read the status from the factory, and it will tell you all you need to know, all this is a waste of time

If you have a truck, you shouldn't be worried about gas. Skip the fecal boost bullshit. Just get the V8. #Done.

Cybertruck wins