Real World Towing Data: ~2000 Lbs (boat, trailer, etc.) towed by EcoBoost Maverick

[Transplant]

Took a long weekend trip a couple hours from home to do a little pre-fishing for an upcoming derby. I wanted to accurately gauge my fuel mileage while towing my boat. For reference, I’m towing a Crestliner 17 foot aluminum bass boat with a curb weight of 800 lbs. Plus trailer, motor, fuel and fishing gear I put it at right around 2000lbs. The drive is through hilly terrain, and I drove the speed limit the entire way, mostly 110km/h (68mph) with approximately 50 Kms of it at 80km/h (50mph) on the back roads. There was also a few trips back and forth through the campground to launch and retrieve the boat. As shown, over 6 hours of use I covered 467kms and got mileage of 11.8L/100kms (20mpg). Towing the boat is effortless in this truck, launching and retrieving the boat on a gravel and sand boat launch was no issue, and I’m plenty happy with the gas mileage considering the conditions. And in case anyone was wondering, pre-fishing went well, and my hopes are high for the derby in a few weeks.

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[James K]

Took a long weekend trip a couple hours from home to do a little pre-fishing for an upcoming derby. I wanted to accurately gauge my fuel mileage while towing my boat. For reference, I’m towing a Crestliner 17 foot aluminum bass boat with a curb weight of 800 lbs. Plus trailer, motor, fuel and fishing gear I put it at right around 2000lbs. The drive is through hilly terrain, and I drove the speed limit the entire way, mostly 110km/h (68mph) with approximately 50 Kms of it at 80km/h (50mph) on the back roads. There was also a few trips back and forth through the campground to launch and retrieve the boat. As shown, over 6 hours of use I covered 467kms and got mileage of 11.8L/100kms (20mpg). Towing the boat is effortless in this truck, launching and retrieving the boat on a gravel and sand boat launch was no issue, and I’m plenty happy with the gas mileage considering the conditions. And in case anyone was wondering, pre-fishing went well, and my hopes are high for the derby in a few weeks.

Yeah, that's about what I get towing my open trailer with 2 motorcycles. Down to 17 mpg towing my 12' enclosed Vnose with an Austin Healey in it.

 

[k2rizzle]

Took a long weekend trip a couple hours from home to do a little pre-fishing for an upcoming derby. I wanted to accurately gauge my fuel mileage while towing my boat. For reference, I’m towing a Crestliner 17 foot aluminum bass boat with a curb weight of 800 lbs. Plus trailer, motor, fuel and fishing gear I put it at right around 2000lbs. The drive is through hilly terrain, and I drove the speed limit the entire way, mostly 110km/h (68mph) with approximately 50 Kms of it at 80km/h (50mph) on the back roads. There was also a few trips back and forth through the campground to launch and retrieve the boat. As shown, over 6 hours of use I covered 467kms and got mileage of 11.8L/100kms (20mpg). Towing the boat is effortless in this truck, launching and retrieving the boat on a gravel and sand boat launch was no issue, and I’m plenty happy with the gas mileage considering the conditions. And in case anyone was wondering, pre-fishing went well, and my hopes are high for the derby in a few weeks.

FWD or AWD?

 

[FischAutoTechGarten]

Yeah, that's about what I get towing my open trailer with 2 motorcycles. Down to 17 mpg towing my 12' enclosed Vnose with an Austin Healey in it.

You had me at Austin Healey.

 

[Jonny44]

That's better than my hybrid at 2000#. I get about 23mpg @ 70mph. It'll get around 30mpg at 55mph, but that takes time away from playtime!

 

[Transplant]

FWD or AWD?

AWD.

 

[Transplant]

That's better than my hybrid at 2000#. I get about 23mpg @ 70mph. It'll get around 30mpg at 55mph, but that takes time away from playtime!

Knock on wood I've avoided any speeding tickets up to this point. but if I ever get one it's likely going to be on my way to go fishing.

 

[Edge Haley]

Yeah, that's about what I get towing my open trailer with 2 motorcycles. Down to 17 mpg towing my 12' enclosed Vnose with an Austin Healey in it.

Caught my eye too. Most people don't know what an Austin Healy is.
1967 Austin Healey Mark III. Last year of build.
Still think it is one of the most beautiful sport cars ever made.
Unbelievably quick.

 

[Dad]

Took a long weekend trip a couple hours from home to do a little pre-fishing for an upcoming derby. I wanted to accurately gauge my fuel mileage while towing my boat. For reference, I’m towing a Crestliner 17 foot aluminum bass boat with a curb weight of 800 lbs. Plus trailer, motor, fuel and fishing gear I put it at right around 2000lbs. The drive is through hilly terrain, and I drove the speed limit the entire way, mostly 110km/h (68mph) with approximately 50 Kms of it at 80km/h (50mph) on the back roads. There was also a few trips back and forth through the campground to launch and retrieve the boat. As shown, over 6 hours of use I covered 467kms and got mileage of 11.8L/100kms (20mpg). Towing the boat is effortless in this truck, launching and retrieving the boat on a gravel and sand boat launch was no issue, and I’m plenty happy with the gas mileage considering the conditions. And in case anyone was wondering, pre-fishing went well, and my hopes are high for the derby in a few weeks.

This is what it's all about, right? Making the Maverick a "partner" in your adventures.

 

[EM33]

This is what it's all about, right? Making the Maverick a "partner" in your adventures.

My mileage isn't nearly as good, but I'm also close to double the weight.

 

[NJBob]

Caught my eye too. Most people don't know what an Austin Healy is.
1967 Austin Healey Mark III. Last year of build.
Still think it is one of the most beautiful sport cars ever made.
Unbelievably quick.

Put a Ford 427 in it.

 

[JC_72]

Hybrid here with approx 2000lb boat package too. Tows no problem. Only have launched from concrete boat ramps, but had no issues or concerns. Typically, average 25-28mpg on country roads with speeds from 30-60mph. I am very happy with its ability.

 

[Phranc68]

I've had similar experience. 16ft Jon Boat loaded with gear. On flat roads at hwy. speeds I can average over 20MPG. If any hills come into play it gets around 18. Power is great for towing.

 

[Tremor1942]

22 mpg with this bass boat around 1300lbs. Awd. Tow mode is real nice. Much more useful than I anticipated.

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