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New 2.7L EcoBoost V6 Will Make 2015 Ford F150 the Most Efficient Truck in USA

While Ford Motor Company hasn’t divulged many details on the new 2.7L EcoBoost V6 that will power the 2015 Ford F150 but based on some of the minor details offered, we can make a few guesses as to what to expect – including the fact that the next generation F150 with the 2.7L EcoBoost will almost certainly be the most efficient half ton pickup sold in America.
2015 Ford F150 Pickup Truck

We don’t know much about the new 2.7L EcoBoost that will power the 2015 Ford F150 when it goes on sale later this year such as power figures or fuel economy numbers but Ford has stated that this tiny new turbocharged V6 will offer similar power to some mid-range V8 truck engines. The Ram brand and Nissan no longer offer a mid-range V8 in their half ton pickups but Chevrolet and Toyota do. The new Silverado features a 5.3L V8 with 355hp and 383lb-ft of torque while the Toyota Tundra’s 4.6L V8 offers 310hp and 327lb-ft of torque.

Considering that the current 3.5L EcoBoost V6 365hp and 420lb-ft of torque it is unlikely that the 2.7L EcoBoost will challenge Chevy’s 5.3L V8 since this new EcoBoost would be infringing on the 3.5L EcoBoost that serves as the premium engine option. On the other hand, with Toyota’s mid-range V8 offering only 310 horsepower and 327lb-ft of torque – the new EcoBoost could very well challenge that 8-cylinder mill. It should be noted that the 5.6L V8 at work in the current Nissan Titan produces 317hp and 385lb-ft of torque so should the new 2.7L EcoBoost actually make somewhere in the area of 310hp – it will be tough competition for the Titan’s only V8 as well.

In addition to likely being more powerful as Toyota’s 4.6L V8 and Nissan’s 5.6L V8, the new 2.7L EcoBoost V6 in the 2015 Ford F150 will almost surely offer far better fuel economy than these V8s…and maybe every other engine in the half ton truck segment. In addition to the EcoBoost technology that will make this new mill very efficient and very powerful, the smallest engine in the 2015 F150 lineup will be the first Ford truck to feature Start/Stop technology.

This shuts the engine off when the truck has come to a stop but this new Start/Stop system in the 2015 F150 pickups that are powered by the new EcoBoost engine will automatically disable itself when the truck is in four wheel drive or when it is towing. These EcoBoost trucks will also feature a new Active Grille Shutter feature that will help to improve fuel economy further so between the lightweight nature of the 2015 F150, the new Start/Stop system and the technology that is used on every new EcoBoost engine – the 2015 Ford F150 will almost surely stake its claim as being the most efficient pickup in the US market.

To do so, the 2.7L EcoBoost V6 will have to allow the new F150 to hit better than the 25 miles per gallon offered by the V6 Pentastar powered 2014 Ram 1500. With the powerful 3.5L EcoBoost helping the much heavier 2014 F150 hit 22mpg on the highway, a new engine that focuses more closely on fuel economy shouldn’t have a tough time hitting 26mpg.

If I were a betting man, I would guess that the 2.7L EcoBoost V6 that will power the 2015 Ford F150 will offer 310 horsepower, 330lb-ft of torque and rear wheel drive highway fuel economy ratings of 26 miles per gallon. The 2015 F150 is promised to hit dealerships later this year so it shouldn’t be long before we know more about the new EcoBoost V6 but the odds are better than not that this engine will be the most fuel efficient engine in the half ton truck segment.

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RMohio (not verified)    September 25, 2014 - 5:43PM

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Apparently you haven't watched the news about chevy who was forced to issue recalls. Ford does it to keep customers happy and safe. There is a HUGE difference between being consumer friendly and ignoring an issue and being negligent about it.

michael martin (not verified)    September 22, 2014 - 1:13AM

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I purchase my F150 three weeks ago and being happy with my choice. It is a 5,0L engine; I did test the EB and love the low rpm torque it gives with its silence. I did not trust the new GMC’s cylinder shut off neither the direct injection system but feel quality make. The Ram’s are nice to drive but the 8-speed transmission is new, also the little diesel will get high maintenance fee over the years at only the dealers place for repair. The Tundra is a reliable truck, no doubt, better quality make than my F150 but does not offer the comfort, the look, silence and smooth drive I was looking for plus it seem to consume slightly more fuel than all the others including mine after testing them, plus you need the high end version for a sunroof. One of the issue that I would like Ford to improve on this truck, is the paint quality. At the tailgate bottom turn over sheet metal, and this is not only my truck but also many, it seem painted over dust and lacking on the exposed inside corners of the box and bottom between the tailgate. I have not seen this issue with all the other truck brands. However, I will oil treat my truck since winters are hard with salty roads up North East Canada. The second issue, Ford should raise the oil gauge tip. I have to climb on the front frame between the bumper and the rads to reach it, luckily the hood opens with the grill ! I wonder why the rear fender liners are optional, but add them on mine.
I do keep my trucks long time, I am not hard on my mechanics, so Tundra or F150 will last as long with good maintenance but, to say it this way, with the right engine selection…

I feel that less of components longer it last and easy to repair over the long run. The turbo technology improved over the years for many automakers but still, when it comes to repairs and maintenance on the long term, the money spend gets high for replacements parts. The tendencies of turbo’s over several years is that under constant overheat it does have effect on related components. In addition, it wears out an engine slightly faster than atmospheric engines even tough they have greater cylinder hard coatings and harder material alloys to withstand high stresses. Time will tell, some HD turbo diesel engines have extended life, but this is a gas engine with different parameters and design make. It runs better with Super because of the high compression ratio but not obligated too. The Regular tend to ignite quickly under high compression.

They certainly did robust analysis and plenty of hard test with this EB but, at some extent, when the results exceed the warranties with a slant of extra mileage to ensure a certain satisfaction, they figure that when the problems occurs, it is the customer tribulations linked to the driving/maintenance and how it worked over the engine life after warranty. Even with an atmospheric V8 it could be visible if hard rushed. However, I know some owning EB's have no issues at all after several miles.

What makes me decided for the V8 ? Fortunately, the dealer had two super cab XTR equipped alike except engines, same color, same options, same differential 3,73 which I find a good combination with the 5,0L. I did the same circuit with very similar accelerations and the V8 offered a better fuel consumption. When loaded, the V8 gets better consumption than the EB as my friend reported me with his and since, he lately switch back to the V8 after 3 years of EB. This conservative V8 has a long story with Ford at the exception of the timing chain binder noise which is fix since. So far, I am happy with mine and would like to wait longer to purchase the new lighter aluminum make. This alloy did not afraid me, several car makers utilized it with many body components for years if not a complete car. So the technology behind is a familiar outcome. Some Mustangs have their hoods made of, the paint is a different story but the lessons learns will tell.

I expect that it will certainly be a better truck, specifically with the lighter weight reduction for driving feel and fuel consumption including the stop & go engine. Therefore, I had a great deal for this 2014 clearances and feel the new ones might get pricier with higher interest rates for the first two years market with some possible upgrades and fixings on what I’m not keen for several visits under warranty except for regular maintenance. I just hope that mine is not a lemon over the time, mechanics is not infallible.

chuckR828 (not verified)    December 31, 2014 - 1:16PM

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Excellent review Michael. Thanks for taking the time to write it. I think you are right about the EB being more thirsty under load. I considered a 2014 also, but willl wait for a used aluminum alloy bodied Ford in several years. This new truck is a game changer for the industry, forcing the other manufacturers to step things up.

Pat Neary (not verified)    March 31, 2022 - 3:41AM

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My 2021 Ford F150 FX4, with the 2.6 Turbo V6 is more than adequate for most jobs! It has surprised me, by the power it has! This is my very first full-sized pickup truck. I have had Chevy S10's. Ford has developed a nice truck-with it's 14th Generation model!