2020 Ford F-250 GODZILLA Review - The Goldilocks Engine Choice
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- Опубліковано 29 лип 2020
- In this episode we take a quick walk around of the 2020 Ford F-250 Xlt, and a deep dive into what makes the 7.3 Godzilla V8 so significant. This is Brake Check, the UA-cam show where we rate vehicles on our Hipster Scale and give insight on "Who is this car for?" As well as give our thoughts on Interior, Exterior, Powertrain and Dynamics.
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3k miles on lariat 7.3 with 3.55 rear. 15-16 mpg daily and 9 mpg towing 10k-12k. Loved my eco F-150 mpg and power but needed more stability of the F-250 for towing large RV and 7T dump trailer.
Great info, thx looking at the 7.3 to tow my new Keystone Cougar, don't think my F150, 2.7 is enough.
I have a 2020 F350 Lariat 4X4 with the 7.3 L engine 3.73 gears. I’m haulIng a slide in truck camper which weighs approximately 3700 lbs. I’m getting between 10.5 and 12.5 mpg here in Colorado. Driving mountain passes as well as some interstate. Plenty of power.
does the 7.3 gas take regular or premium?
@@timothymasarik12 regular
3700 lbs? I’d be more interested if you were pulling double that in the CO mountains.
I will trade in my 2020 F350 DRW Lariat FX4 6.7 to upcoming 2023 F350 Platinum
Crew Cab SRW 7.3 , 3.73. 11,400 lbs GVWR SRW
You say 4x4 , is that different than FX4? What is the difference? I do not tow but do carry some weight up to about 3300 lbs time to time. - I will not add moon roof nor fifth wheel prep, FX4. - It will have 20" tires . Share any ideas.. I want to order the right truck this time. I did not need DRW nor diesel. :)
I like this review, this is the kind of 3/4 truck most people would buy for work and daily use. Not super fancy but enough creature comforts to keep you happy 👍
Exactly. It is a leather wrapped steering wheel away from perfection.
I agree. This is the truck for me. I want a truck that works for me, not a truck I have to work for it. These $70-$80k trucks are just insane.
From a standpoint from somebody in the market for a new super duty, thank you and very informative info, enjoyed your banter, great fun.
Thanks for the feedback, Steve. We appreciate the view.
2016 F-250 w/ power stroke towing approximately 13k lbs typically around 15 mpg highway. 2020 F-250 w/ 6.2 gas under similar load is about 10.5 mpg. The 6.7 pulls easy with no strain. The 6.2 pulls fine @ I saved $10k and also on Maintence costs. I’ll definitely be looking hard at the 7.3 on my next F-250.
It's pretty sweet Mac from Super Troopers is doing truck reviews. Love it.
We brought Mac out of retirement just for this review 😂
This was great to watch because I ordered mine 6/6/2020 and I'm just finding out it's being built 9/21/2020! This helps me get through my childish fretting and was like I was there in the truck because you went 4K... Thank You
Thanks for the kind words, and thank you for watching Andrew! Let us know what you think of your new truck.
2020 7.3, 6,000 miles so far, 14.2 mpg around town. Took a 4 week roadtrip with LOTS of mountain roads, pulling a 6,500 lb camper and got 10.8 mpg average over 3,500 miles. I hope it gets better when the motor breaks-in.!!
Robert Westbrooks seriously go drive an Obs Ford with either the 460 or the 351. I say this because you my friend need a lesson in how far they’ve come. I had a 91 F-350 regular cab with the 351 it got 8 mpg uphill, highway didn’t matter. I knew someone with a 460 truck and that thing would drink 5 gallons to warm up in the morning and then get 5-6 mpg. Trust me 14 unloaded is great for 445 cubic inches and 430 horses. 10.8 is great too that’s about what an Ecoboost F-150 would get for mileage pulling that weight.
@@hpkntnw , I wasn't complaining, just saying what I got in mpg , LOVE the truck, power and the smooth pulling (and not broke-in yet)!
7.3 3.73 rear ?
I had an 87 chevy dually with a 454 4 speed and 4:11 rear end. It got 5 mpg. Hauling 3 tons of gravel, pulling a 4 horse trailer or driving it to work. 5 mpg.
Mirrors are power folding in the XLT. They’ve got cool search lights on them too.
Great video, thanks so much! Definitely helps in my decision to get the 7.3 gas engine. Plus... that sound! Worth the price of admission right there.
Thanks for watching! 7.3 all the way!
Excellent commentary on F250 engine options, just what I was looking for. Thanks guys!
You bet! Glad you enjoyed it, and thanks for checking us out.
For someone who NEVER thinks about “push rods,” whatever they are, I really enjoyed watching you guys together. You’re funny!😂
Nice truck and love the 7.3 gas option. As a GM owner of a Chevrolet 2500 with the 6.0 Vortec I was looking at this engine option hard before I found my used 2016. I like the gas motors over diesel for my use which is weekend camping trips and the occasional utility trailer with tractor tow.
Just placed the order today for mine. 2021 F-250 CC long bed, 7.3, 10 speed, and 4.30 gears. Can’t wait!
Sounds awesome! Congrats on the buy.
I like you down to earth review of this engine good job. I have 5 trucks with this engine and like it a lot I have towed up to18k lbs it does very well
Thanks for the feedback! It sounds like the 7.3 is serving you quite well.
My 17 ford f 250 Lariat is a beast at plowing with a fisher xv2 plow with the 6.2 Lt. I cant wait I’m ordering a 22 f 250 lariat with plow and camper prep package if its offered next week with the 7.3 Godzilla I’m hoping it plows as good if not better then my 6.2. I also pull a 30’ travel trailer a ultra light its around 7500 loaded and behind my 6.2 its like its not even there. Great video !!!!!
Just did a 550 mile trip pulling 13995 lbs fifth wheel with my F250 6.2 liter and averaged 8.0 mpg. Spent a lot of time in 3rd gear but still did well. Went through some 6% grades with no problems
From one 6.2 owner to another, I can agree that it is no slouch. Enjoy the truck, and thanks for chiming in.
I had a 2012 F-250 Lariat and I was 19.7 mpg all day long. I mostly used it for work towing.
In 2018 I bought a F-150 XLT supercab, with a 3.5 eco boost. I get 23.5mpg daily and when I tow it drops to 11.5mpg hauling 5000 lbs maybe, but it is not struggling at all.
You must live in Down Hillville.
Went from a 08 Tundra, which overall was a great truck, I needed more towing power and got tired of waiting for a diesel, which they already make in overseas vehicles. Bought a ‘12 Ram Mega with Cummins and it’s overkill but love it. 260k miles, been looking at the Ford 7.3, but the recalls are insane right now on the 7.3 and the 10 speed…….
Excellent Review Gents!! I am now subscribed!
Much appreciated! Glad you liked it. We have more Godzilla content planned later in the year.
I replaced my 1998 Dodge diesel with the 2020 7.3 F-350 3.73 rear end for towing equipment and hay, I can get 15 mpg empty and no AC running. Towing a loaded 15K trailer up hill I get around 7mpg. It is so much fun to drive.
Sounds like sweet setup! Glad you enjoy it, we love the 7.3 as well.
What is your mpg empty with AC running? Do you have SRW? LB or Short bed?
Neighbor, lemon lawed his 6.7 after non resolved emission control faults. Neighbor to the other side had over $5k in work on his emission control stuff on his 6.7. My hunting buddy has an 04 Ford diesel that turned him into a full blow diesel mechanic. 13 years with a 5.4L 3V and an 8,500lbs trailer in the mountains od Idaho. 7.3 it is. I'm going to badge it with NOT A 5.4L 3V in red on the hood and the front doors. Fun video guys, your knowledge made the mark.
Gasser is the way to go for most!
Good Stuff & Great Tips, Thanks! 👍
Hey thanks for checking us out, and for the feedback 👍🏼
2020 F350 , 7.3, 4x4, 3.73. Don’t really know unload mpg, almost always towing. I pull a small 5th wheel @9100lbs. Total weight of truck and trailer just shy of 17k. 8.5-9.0mpg.
I would like this motor in my 78 Bronco.
To heavy and under powered for its size, travesty really.
@@samduran5180 Ford 351- 550lbs, Ford 460 - 720lbs, Ford FE Big Block 650lbs. Ford 7.3 Godzilla 538lbs. Think I will be ok with this one.
6.2 towing about 14k I get about 7 to 8 in hilly terrain
Great info, guys..Thanks.
Thanks for the feedback 👌 stay tuned, we will have more godzilla content this year.
I have a 2021 E350 with the 7.3
Its 6,000 lbs empty and is getting 13.5 mpg. It has the 4.56 gears and the limited slip with the 6 speed transmission. It moves along with some pep.
This sounds fantastic. We might have to review an E350 soon!
I have been towing a 5500 pound trailer with a Yukon Denali with the 6.2 liter engine and six speed transmission. Does a respectable job. One complaint is that if the ambient temperature is over 60 degrees it will over heat. I have put a larger radiator and transmission coolers and I get by. I have also ordered a f250 aluma duty with the 7.3 gas. Can’t wait. They tell me three months.
Thanks for your video. I feel I made the right choice.
That sounds like a nice Yukon. We love the Gm 6.2. Sorry to hear about the over heating. Your godzilla should have no issue with cooling. Thanks for watching and congrats on the purchase!
Pulling a 11K 5er on a 5K trip, we got 8 MPG with a 6.2 and 4.30 gearset.
Towing a 11K 5er with a 6.2 and getting upper 7's for MPG. Key is 4.30 gearset.
I have a 2020 XLT With the premium package in it has all the features you mentioned plus folding mirrors
Sounds like a nice truck! Thanks for watching.
I am currently looking at one of these. will decide in the morning if am going to purchase. I have the 6.2 currently. 65,000 and no issues. Thanks for the video it was a help in my research.
We are big fans of the 6.2 (ours just clicked past 152k with no issues) and we like the 7.3 paired with the 10 speed even more. Thanks for watching, and good luck with your decision.
@@TexasTruckChannel Well we traded today for a 7.3 thank you for the video and information my 6.2 was great somebody will get a good used truck
Good move! Congrats on the purchase.
I love this motor! I have a 2020 F250 XLT FX4 with the Godzilla engine. Currently have 13,000+ miles, I drive 1000 miles a week, about 25% city and remainder highway 70 to 80 mph with some travel on hills, etc. Average 15.5 to 16.5 all day long ... unless you are heavy towing and that will drop quite a bit to the 8-9 range. I usually haul 500 to 2500 pounds and this beast handles it without issue. The standard exhaust sound is really something ... I use this truck for my business traveling between home and two locations I own - I would prefer to drive a smaller SUV or maybe a sports car, but need the payload that an F150 just cannot handle. I did the cost of ownership between the 7.3 and the diesel - in my area I would need to drive the diesel about 250,000 to recover the additional cost. Love this truck!!
Thanks for the owners insight! It sounds like you made the perfect call based on your use. 👍🏽
I have 15.500 miles on my 7.3. Half of those miles with a fifth wheel of 13.500 lbs. Love the engine. Plenty of power. Towing 8.5 mpg.
@@mariobrothers8348 What rear end do you have, and did you consider a diesel engine before you bought your current truck
@@lanedelker9161 3.55 (I think, or 3.5?) I did think about the diesel, but the math just didn't pen out. Honestly, this thing pulls strong and really sounds great. I drive a long grade once or twice a week and shift down to 5th and it keeps it at 45 or so at about 2200rpm. I have 25K miles on it in six months, still average about 15+ ... I am not aggressive, but I make it work. Has used NO oil and I do the Ford dealer oil changes every 7500 to 8000 miles ... expect to have about 200K miles then trade for the next one. One last thing, the exhaust sounds great - like an old school big block with stock mufflers ... hope this helps.
Test drove one of these today!
...And??
I bought a 7.3 liter 2021 about 5 months ago. It pulled a 11000 lbs RV with no problem in Colorado. I was getting 10 mpg on open road n a little over 8 mpg north of Durango, Colorado. I went through 4 diesel but I don't tow alot so this truck is just perfect n way less on maintenance. Saved about $10000 at purchase over a diesel. The axel is a 3.55.
2021 F250 7.3 , 3.55 . I am looking into 2023 F350 7.3 Platinum and it doesn't offer 3.55 , but only 3.73 with 7.3 gas. What other option did you get? I am getting following. adaptive cruise control, vinyl floor, bed line spray - I will omit - FX4, 5th wheel prep,
@@wj2791 if I were to pull 5th wheel above 15 or more lbs I would go for 3.73. Alil more gas but also alil more power for heavy load.
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Should’ve just made it a 460, 7.5!
Add fuel injection, three speed on the column with a two speed rear. That will effectively give you a six gears.
That would also make it dirt cheap to build and last forever.
My 95 F250 sucked $125 of gasoline every 5 days when the gas was 73 cents per litre
I'm calling this one "The Son of 460"
This is the new sheriff in town. Make way, make way boys. 😂 love it.
Great Video!
Thanks!
I would of likes to see them do a 6.2 ecoboost in the heavy duty. Love my f150EB. But yeah going to need the heavy frame for a trailer in the future.
We would love that!
People talk about mpg on the same motor but...the gear ratio, wind and hills can make a big difference also!!!
Amen to that. Gear ratios are big, and regional winds/hills are probably even a bigger consideration. Thanks for chiming in.
the 7.3 also has oil jets directed right at the cylinders. between that and thick cyl walls and old style pushrod set up, i wonder if godzilla can get diesel engine-like durability? there are rumours that the 250 is gonna get a hybrid system in 2022. this would lower carrying and towing capacity a little, but it will add some more acceleration power as well as lower in city fuel consumption, which would be nice. thanks guys...
Thanks for watching, we expect reliability to be very good. If nothing else the simplistic design should help a lot!
if your towing a 30ft boat on a 5th wheel would you choose a 7.3 Godzilla or 6.7 Turbo diesel
A real V-8 naturally aspirated w a cast iron block! Great move by Ford!
Right finally a decent V8 actually only time will tell, let's see. A lot like the composition's no doubt
Doing now what gm did in 2000 with the ls. Only it’s a big block! Just maybe there’s some hope left for the auto industry
@Mctrician2 Aluminum block w/ aluminum heads is known to be less durable. For the longest life span in a truck application, cast is the best option for the block. This is how engines used to be made, when things were actually built to last.
I have a 2019 F350 dually with 6.7 powerstroke.3.55 gears 34” tires. . I pull a big tandem dual gooseneck with machines from 8k to 20k pounds. It Averages 11-12 mpg’s towing. And will get up to 18 mpgs on a trip with no trailer. Great engine. Tons of power. I have hauled a D5G dozer on the trailer.. 60 miles.. truck was like what else do you want me to do!!
What do you have to do to add 34" tires? Can you share the set up. I have 2020 F350 dually 6.7 3.55 gears with 17" factory tires. I do not pull trailer.. Truck has been perfect for last 35k miles.
I have been thinking about going to F350 7.3 , 3.73 Platinum. But 34" tires will get my interest up.
First vehicle I owned that had the keypad, a 92 Taurus SHO I love, no I mean LOVE that feature that Ford provides. You can get from Ford one that will stick onto your car and replaces a keyfob. I can't remember what feature that it didn't have that the one that comes built in has, but all in all it's a very good addition if your vehicle doesn't have one.
Lariat 7.3 4x4, 16 mpg on hwy, 14 around town. Pulled an 8000lb travel trailer from Tx to Colorado and back and averaged 9 mpg. Plenty of power in the mountains.
Those are come compelling numbers. Enjoy the new truck!
What rear end ratio? 3.55 or 4.30
3.55
Thank you! Thats great I ordered a similar truck so glad to hear
Just wondering about what speed you pull at?
I just bought a 2020 Lariat 350 3.73 gears, 160” wheelbase.
I was getting 9.5 - 10mpg towing my 2 sleds in cold weather and snow on flat land in northern Michigan and Canada with my 2018 150 3.5L doing 65mph with 3.55 gears.
Have you tried the Eco mode on the highway yet? I just found it last week so now when I'm empty on the highway it will approach 20 mpg. It's kind of sluggish trying to use it in town so it's not practical there. However, using Eco on the highway and regular mode everywhere else, I'm seeing an average of 16 mpg which is exactly what I averaged with my old 2014 6.7 diesel empty. It has 3.55 gears. I haven't towed yet because I'm still under 1000 miles, but I'm sure it will do fine with our 9,500 lb 5er.
We have not tried that yet, but we will on our next tester. Ours also had the 3:55 gears. Those are good numbers. We love the godzilla engine option.
Just traded in an '18 F250 with 6.2 and 4.30 gears for a '21 with 7.3L and 4.30 gears. Power all day compared to the 6.2L (which was no slouch). It feels like it pulls harder in upper gears than the 6.2 did in 3rd gear. Gotta give credit to the 10 speed gender neutral shifting device as well! I haven't pulled the 5er with it, so I can't tell how it pulls yet (just turned 265 miles with it). Great review!
I'm thinking of trading mine do you think it is worth it from 6.2 to 7.3
You can only get the 10 speed transmission with the 7.3 gas been here and there’s been a lot of problems with that 10 speed I would get a new 7.3 with a six speed automatic in a second if that was an option
The only thing I don't like about the 7.3 is that the oil pump is chain driven why not just. Gear drive it
If it's a chain like a timing chain it will be reliable. The 6.2 has a mile long timing chain no issues
They need to make a Lincoln with the 7.3 ! Grandpa would be happy :-)
A 7.3 Navigator would be awesome!
I got 13 just now going from st. Louis to Florida averaging anywhere from 75-90 miles an hr. Mostly 85. With 373 and 35 in tires. I got 14 going 65-70 miles an hour. I also have the 496 that get 11
That’s pretty respectable for a gasser HD.
Your 496 is getting better mpg than my 489.
Technology hasn’t got us better much fuel mileage. I pull 8,000 pounds with my old V-10 and get consistently get 9 mpg and 12 mpg not towing. Up hills towing, to get the job done you have to be willing to listen to 4,250 RPMs but it doesn’t seem to mind.
1999 Ford F-250 XL 6.8L V10 Manual 5 4WD Super Cab Long Box Rear Gear Ratio 3.73
275 hp @ 4,250 rpm
410 lb-ft @ 2,650 rpm
Well I have a 5.4 And it gets 11 miles to the gallon unloaded unloaded trailer is 9000 pounds gets a gets around 7 to 8 . I've been thinking about replacing the truck. However the high prices I'm warned climbed to wait At this time. Thinking of buying the 73 dieselHowever the cost of maintenance on those engines seems to be around $5000 every time something breaks. So I am very inclined to look at this 73 gas as a realistic option
I have the 7.3 towed up 8500 travel trailer mpg 9.5 .This truck is amazing . Empty I am getting 14
Those are very respectable numbers. Especially for a gasser.
Those are good numbers! I have a 2018 F150 with the 5.0. I just towed our 8k camper in the Missouri Ozarks and got 8 mpg. I’ve been considering the 7.3 for my next truck!
@@joshn3448 I have the 5.0 2019 crew cab 4wd 355 axle and FX4 package 10 speed. Just pulled in Allegheny mountains in Pa. Over all average pulling a rockwood roo 22ss weight total in truck and camper 6,500 pounds. I averaged 10.5. I tried to stay under 60 mph . Due to the two lane roads i didn't need to go any faster.
Do you have the 8.8 super ,..or the 9 3/4 rear axle. I have the 2018 F-150 5.0 CNG motor with the 355 ratio 8.8 .,..and I'm getting 19.5 in the city. Empty , not towing.....8.8 is the ring gear size
@@davidmandziuk8493 I believe i have the 8.8 due to not having the max tow package.
Just as capable as a 6.0 power stroke without all the problems , I ordered a new 350 platinum on Friday , my 2017 power stroke is on its fourth turbo in 65,000 kms.
Better liar than Trump. I call bullshit!
True story , my 2014 super duty is still on its original turbo but my 2017 is cursed . Ford bought it back after all the troubles.
Keep an eye on the faulty spark plug wires shorting out. Ford soon will have a recall
funny considering there are no spark plug wires.
I’d appreciate a shot of the payload sticker on this one. 12,000 5th wheel pushes the diesel 4 x 4 crew cab.
This particular truck had a tow rating of 14,700 lbs. I do not have a photo of the particular sticker on hand as we shot this truck about a month ago. Thanks for watching, and we will try to include that in the future. 👍🏽
Im baffled that an F250 can have a tow rating of 14,500??
As a ford owner with a f250 the 6.2 is a major dog very lacking in the power house area I love the idea of the 7.3 gas engine
We don’t hate the 6.2, but the 7.3 is a healthy step up and well worth it.
Agreed the 6.2 is dismal and doesn't have a very long life, hopefully these have a longer life span.
Our personal 6.2 is fault less at 153k. All signs indicate that the 7.3 should have just as much luck.
@@samduran5180 the 6.2 has been proven to be very reliable.
We at Ford were told the reason they made this motor was for companies like DTE and such. Companies whose vehicles do a lot of idling. Idling is bad for Diesel. The 6.2 doesn’t have the commercial longevity. This is a gas work horse engine. That’s why it’s offered in their 650-750.
How is idling bad for a diesel? Ever seen a semi?
@@carguy0389 When a diesel engine idles it does more damage to the engine than normal operation. Operating a diesel engine at a low speed will cause two times the wear on the internal components compared to operating at a normal load. This will raise maintenance costs and shorten engine life.
This is why manufacturers usually classify applications with high idle times as severe duty and recommend a more aggressive maintenance schedule.
Idling actually causes the buildup of carbon in the engine. A high percentage of idle time will also cause mirror glazing in the cylinder walls. Mirror glazing Is when there is a mirror-like finish on the walls surrounding your pistons. This will cause more oil to pass by the piston rings and create a large amount of blow-by.
The main reason this causes the damage it does is that diesels need to operate at higher temperatures. To get a complete burn of the fuel, a diesel needs a very high combustion chamber temperature.
Without this temperature, there will be carbon build-up. With that, carbon buildup comes all of the other problems. Diesels need to be run under a load to get the best out of them.
I’m looking at a new 6.7. Because I’ll always had diesel. But this 7.3 has me rethinking haha. I town about 15,000 on the weekends.
Can't say we blame you. Both are incredible motors!
Has anyone checked real world mileage versus what the guage is reading? Wondering how accurate it is.
According to gauge in my 2020 F-250, 4x4, supercab, 4" lift with 37" tires, 430 gears, says I'm getting 15.5 (not towing). If you take tire size into account, that's more like 17. Also, that is in econo mode and 65 mph. Put it in normal mode and 70-75mph...drops to more like 11-13 (not taking tire size into account.)
That is a great question, with the speedometer calibration not matching your tire size, you might need to drive a route and then track the miles on google maps. If you do, let us know what your real world numbers are.
thank you
My 2016 F250 quad cab and 8’ box with 6.2 pulling 10k 5th wheel gets 7.2 mph.
Jeez I remember these guys being at 200 subscribers
Trust me, we do too. Thanks for watching 🤘
I am really considering this or a tundra. What would be more suitable for an everyday landscaping job?
That's a tough one as both are great trucks! I would encourage you to drive both and shop around for a good deal. If you're going to be towing 7,000+ pounds all the time, we would lean towards the F250, if not either would be well suited for the task. Thanks for watching and let us know what you end up with!
@@TexasTruckChannel i had an 08 tundra but I feel like overtime the tundra isn't meant to towing all the time like the workhorse the fords are. I love toyota but that 7.3 has me drooling
2011 f250 6.2 6 speed avg. 14.5 mpg no towing. 2020 f250 king ranch 7.3 10 speed avg 16.9 mpg no towing, not bad I thought.
What gear ratio do you have In the 7.3?
@@Mike_04 Mine came with 3.55 electronic locking axle. I bought my 2020 during the height of the pandemic when manufacturers were shut down and being a king ranch the trucks on the lots were scarce and few were available with the configuration I was looking for. 3.55 will give you better gas mileage but if you do a lot of towing the 3.73 would be a better choice. But I still tow my 20 ft flatbed with my kioti tractor on it and it does fine.
@@richardl.993 Thanks for the response
does the 7.3 gas take regular or premium?
Regular
What’s crazy is after reading everyone who has this motor is getting what I would consider great fuel mileage. I have a 2012 f150 with a 3.5 ecoboost, 3.73 gears and my 90 day average mpg is 13.73. And that’s not going by the computer, that’s me calculating it out. I’m very easy on the foot feed and only go 5 over the limit, and live in MN where it’s flat land and can only eek out 14.5 in town and 16 tops on the freeway. I know what my next truck is!
Nick - I feel you on this one. We have an 2011 Ecoboost in our fleet and Craig and I get differing results in it based on our driving styles. He manages to hit or beat the EPA ratings where I seem to get V8 numbers out of it. At the end of the day it is Eco or Boost. Not necessarily at the same time. Thanks for watching!
I also have a 2012 4x4 Screw with the 3.5 and 3.73s. 14.5 is what I typically get in the city, but on the highway it ranges between 19-21 in the summer time (73-77 mph). Winter gas is a little lower 17-18.5 hwy. I wonder why you’re only getting 16?
With the stock tires I got up to 20.1 mpg on a road trip in the summer, then my next set of tires were cooper RTX and my mileage on the same road trip from MN to TX dropped to 18.5 mpg then last year I put Goodyear wrangler duratrac and that dropped my mileage to those numbers. Stock size tire, only more aggressive tread and I’m guessing higher rolling resistance. I LOVE the traction in snow and rain and off road. Terrible on fuel economy. 16 mpg was my average from MN to FL set the cruise at 75 mph.
Nick Farness ah okay. I had GY Wrangler silent armors on for a long time and then replaced them with Michelin defenders about 3 years ago. Didn’t notice much of a difference in mpg. Kept the stock size as well. I live in southern Louisiana so I have yet to test the tires’ traction in wintery weather.
Rick Tatorship Since I live in Minnesota, and get plenty of snow I like having the traction, but I also do a lot of road trips and would like to find a “best of both worlds” tire. One I can finally like and put the same tire on every time. Just haven’t found it yet. I don’t really want summer tires and winter tires either. I heard the Goodyear ultra terrain is supposed to be similar to what I have, just not as aggressive but gets better mpg. Haven’t researched it yet though.
Timely video for me. I’m going back & forth between this & the Sierra 2500 HD. Both have pros & cons. Wish the F250 had 4.10 or 4.30 gears that would sway me. Also a little concerned about a first model year release.....always hate to be the Beta Tester when dropping $60k+.....
Hey Doug, thanks for commenting. You are in luck, ford offers a 3.31, 3.55, 3.73, and 4.30 gear ratio. That being said most on the lot are 3.55. Best of luck with the future purchase and let us know what you end up with.
In the F250 the only ratios available with the 7.3 are 3.55 or 4.30. In the SRW F350 it's 3.73 or 4.30.
That's what I want, F350 SRW 4.30. The 48 gallon tank in the long bed is very temping.
Drive a 7.3. It’s awesome.
7.3 is nice ..I will say the 6.2 with the new 10 speed helps it alot....does anyone know the weight difference of the 6.2 and 7.3 engines. Is the 7.3 heavier or lighter? As it seems less complex.
Yes, the 6.2 weighs 580 lbs vs the 7.3 @ 538 lbs. We like both engines quite a bit.
Ahh it figures its lighter and more powerfull ..i have the 6.2/10 speed in a 350 lol...but still no complaints though and a proven track record of reliability in the 6.2.
@@gunsandrotors8704 what are you getting for mpg thanks
@@leardi58 I dont really monitor it alot but at 65 mph towing a 1200 pound aluminum boat/trailer it said about 15.5. Now if i did 80 even without the trailer it said 12.8 to 13.5. Seems that 65 is the magic number as soon as i go above that it drops alot. I think i saw 17.5 or 18 at 65 not towing anything.
The 6.8 with a really any trailer would get 6 mpg
Idk man, I have a 6.8 in my 2018 F450. It has an 11ft dump box on it, weighs 10k empty. I haul firewood with it, sometimes with a trailer behind. It has averaged 7.5 mpg. Far from great, but better than 6mpg lol
So, Ford engineering had a plan for torque down low to pull ! ...the question is, does it, the 7.3 ? And appreciable enough to make a noticeable difference ??? I have had a 6.8 for 19 years...great truck.
We have driven the 6.8 many times, this 7.3 will feel like you have moved into the next century. Thanks for watching, let us know if you get one.
When I did a mpg test empty for I think 124 miles I got 16.9 mpg it was like 40% interstate and the rest highway. I just added a tonneau cover on it and hopefully I can test what I got. I tested my trip after 2000 miles because the book says to test it after that. I don't know on towing yet.
That’s pretty solid. Especially for such a hole in the wind.
3.55 or 4.30 rear end?
@@vw6774 3.55
I hope ford puts a reliable turbo in it to help with fuel mileage, or even a supercharger. But either way would be nice to have boost on tap. I've too many gas engines dogged my heavy loads.
@jdog942 I know right, supercharger not design to be great fuel efficiency anyway. Better hope for turbocharger
I've seen where there is already a supercharger being developed for this engine but have not looked into a turbo, any news on the horizon about an addon turbo system? Seems to be a natural progression given the old 7.3L diesel got a factory turbo in the late 90's and because the Powerstroke.
Haven't heard anything in regards to a turbo on this, but who knows, maybe.
I have 6.2 and pull 12000 travel trailer and get 6.5 to 7.0 mpg with 373 gears
Fixing to upgrade to F350 8' bed 7.3 with 48 gallon tank
Awesome, let us know if you see any mpg gains with the 7.3!
Try getting a 10 day or more appt. wait
How does the ride feel?
Harsh when empty, but just about right with a load.
Drove 2 tremors back to back. Started with the Godzilla - not bad, sounds good, acceleration VERY disappointing. Drove the identical truck with a diesel next - wow, the diesel is fast. Very similar feel to the f150 with the 3.5. If money doesn’t matter - there is no way I would choose the Godzilla over the diesel. No way, not even comparable from a fun to drive perspective. Taking money out of the equation - tell me what I am missing? I am getting ready to buy a tremor - so I am truly interested in informed feedback.
If money is no object, and you prefer the wave of torque that 6.7 (and 3.5 ecoboost) delivers in spades, then yes that is the obvious choice. If you prefer a linear and progressive power delivery and enjoy the sound of the bald eagle, then the 7.3 takes the win. We found in our testing that the 7.3 was more entertaining more of the time. The real answer here is that there is no losing with either of these engines, both are impressive and have enough grunt to pull most houses. Thanks for chiming in with a great question,and let us know which you end up with.
Brake Check thanks for the reply You guys do a great job - very thorough reviews.
@@joesph9748 Thanks Fred, we appreciate your thoughtful question. Craig and I actually routinely debate the naturally aspiration vs boost choice .
Money aside - The 7.3 package is about 800 lbs lighter than the 6.7 so it has that much more payload capacity. For off road use, lighter is better and the 7.3 wouldn't get stuck as easy as the 6.7. No DEF to deal with, easier to work on as there is less junk bolted to the engine block. No cold weather diesel fuel worries.
Looking at this truck in 2022 haven't made up my mind if I want a F250 or F350
That all depends on how much toy plan on towing. We found that equally equipped 250 and 350 have a relatively similar ride quality.
@@TexasTruckChannel I just haul a Track loader and Mini X or my Dump trailer on occasion. Just going to be a Farm Vehicle
This engine is going to make a big scene in the performance industry
I sure hope so!
I bet Ford builds a smaller push rod engine to replace 6.2 as standard equipment.
That would be pretty cool!
My 6.2 gets 11mpg city driving. Towing and hauling 9mpg or less
My 2020 7.3 SuperDuty FX4 has been running about 18.0 mpg empty with load around 10,000lbs rt around 12.9-13.2 mpg.
That is darn good for a 3/4 ton gasser!
Wow I have a 2020 f250 7.3 and I’m averaging 13mpg daily driving and 7.5mpg pulling my 7000lbs travel trailer. I guess u got a special motor
That is good mpg ... must be gentle on the peddle like pressing on an egg!
13 mpg around town dont know about hiway yet only 1200 miles on it may do better when it gets broke in a little more
Where are you driving that you’re getting 18 mpg? That can’t be interstate driving while cruising 70-75 mph.
So I’ve had mine for a few months now...15-16.5 mpg without a load and running around town I’ll get 10-11...have a 12000 pound camper 37 ft long and got about 9.5-10 running in the mountains of VT...ME and NH for a 600 mile trip which I don’t think is bad at all
i just picked mine up a week ago mine is is a F350 Lariat with the black out package but this thing will get up a go.
I got a few hundred miles on mine towing a 35 ft camper about 7,000 pound around the hills of Maine and I’m at 11 mph towing
Get better fuel mileage than my 2008 f250 v10 be lucky to get 5 mpg while towing
How did it tow in VT? I farm in VT and love the idea of this engine, recently went from an old diesel ram 3500 to a 6.2 Ford F350. Hate the 6.2 lack of power on the highway but love the truck itself. Does the 7.3 pull hills fine with that weight? Not worried about passing going up hill just maintaining speed is all, I've been watching this new engine and transmission for a while now just wanted to get some real world opinions on it.
Yes Mark it did great on the hills...I actually had to slow down so I didn't run over our friends lol but does wonderful....plenty of power and torque and BTW have 3.55 rear end no problems at all
I would prefer this over the diesel.
I just traded my 2014 6.7 F250 for a 7.3 F250. It IS more fun to drive than the diesel.
I agree, and that goes for any Diesel.
Today they are required soooo much
After treatment for EPA Emissions and I
have seen a lot of expensive consequences
from the added complexity of DEF , NOX sensors
Wifes accidently adding DEF to the Diesel, ETC.
Good Move Ford.
I get around 16 mpg
That was going to be my next truck until the Powerboost came out
I forsee a lot of ford guys with vertebrae problems in the near future. Good video though and valuable breakdown on engine
So far our backs are holding up. It didn't help that camera mount was a little loose either.
GM guy
@@avman2cl nope ram for now ..just a guy who turned a wrench at Ford in the lemon law headquarters of maryland ..😆
@@thenuclearoption1976 I just turned in my Sierra for a V8 f150, so far so good.
@@avman2cl thats good...a mans life is spent between his bed and his boots. And occassionally they both with be in your truck. They all have their issues. Let's just work these trucks before they work us i guess
Clearly you haven't driven a 2020 diesel. I was so disappointed with the 7.3L vs my 2019 6.7L 450hp. I bought a 2020 6.7L and it in insane for take off. 1050lbft@1600 vs 475lbft@3800. The old 7.3 poweerstroke was good with 30k GCWR. This new 7.3 tops out at 28k GCWR. Horsepower means very little when it come to max capacity. International paired the t444e(7.3 powerstroke) with an 18spd in single axle tractors that had GCWR OF 60000LBS. It was 250hp 650lbft. You will never find that with a gas engine lol
Oh we have. Check out our review of it. ua-cam.com/video/C3zBBJBqD-I/v-deo.html
With less than half the tq of the diesel I would expect some disappointment. That being said for those who don’t town daily, and at high payloads the gas just makes more sense.
Cant yall use that super influence on ford people and tell them we need a 40 or 45 gallon gas tank for the Tremor 7.3 gasser? Why are the stuck on the 34? A diesel can get a 60 gallon aftermarket.
PREACH!
So get a long bed and get 48,
Firewall problems!! There’s already folks putting the 7.3 in foxbody cars and ford said it would fit in the mustang.
Ha, per Ford this beast of a big block will not fit in the current mustang chassis at the moment. It’s too long. But heck yeah is it already being stuffed into fox bodies. The aftermarket will help it fit into many chassis, we hope.
Ouf, that suspension looks rigid! Brian, did you ever think you'd be doing "homework" as an adult!?
No question about it, this is my kind of homework! And yes this puppy rides like the springs are made of cement. *when empty that is.
Bet it’s rides softer than my 95 f250 4x4 😂
No question about that.
FORD! How about a BOSS 445 !
We would love that!
I was looking for a new pickup that could tow an 18K lb. equipment trailer a few months ago. The F350 with a 4.30 rear end could handle that, but there wasn't one to be found within 500 miles, and they weren't dealing on price. I ended up with a 2019 Ram 3500 with the high output Cummins for $50K. I'm getting about 10 towing, and 18 around town. This thing is a beast. Sorry Ford.
Don’t worry, we have a review for your truck too! ua-cam.com/video/54xNxrYJHog/v-deo.html
The Heavy Duty Cummins is a very compelling rig right now. It’s a lot of truck for the money with rebates.
Keypads are useless when you can't remember the code.....
1234!
You can use the one that Ford gives you or you can choose one that you can relate to. Ex 8-15-60 (birthday)
@@paulrodrigues9603 Exactly. Also happy late bday?
@@TexasTruckChannel Thanks
Or if you have the option, the Ford app allows you to unlock the doors and start the car.
I hope people aren't going to get too concerned over MPG in something called 'Godzilla'. Get realistic. This engine is made for the heavy, heavy 'Brute-Force' that only The King of Monsters will provide. As for the 6.2? That's not going anywhere, Aaaaaand, they have put everything else in a Crown Victoria P71 police interceptor, so we could see some dude step up and blurt out: "Yep, it's getting a Godzilla!" and get to work.
Amen to all of that! And we agree, can’t wait for a Godzilla P71.
Pretty soon pickup trucks will be registered as a small house.
Haha!
Some cost more that a house. Lol
They should just bore or stroke the 6.7 into a 7.3
One guy i can barely hear any other guy screaming my freakin ears off.