Hybrid or EcoBoost

[Odoubleto]

Hello,
I ordered a hybrid in august and it will arrive to the dealer in 1-2 weeks. In January when I had no idea when the truck would arrive I bought an EcoBoost 4x4 with 4k tow package and off road package. I love the truck and how it drives but also want the hybrid for gas milage and am going to sell the EcoBoost. I am conflicted though if I should just keep the EcoBoost because I love driving it and don't know if will like the hybrid as much. probably will not need to tow 4k very often and do not go off-roading so 4x4 is a luxury rather than necessity. Anyone have experience driving both models who can advise?

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[Spook]

A lot depends on your economic situation and how sure you are of it remaining good for the foreseeable future. Of course, personality has a lot to do with it. A cheapskate like me would sell the EcoBoost and go with the hybrid. Since I don't have my truck yet, I can't comment on the difference in driving but after you buy gas a few times for both, maybe that will help make up your mind.

 

[Theunknown_87]

Can't you wait until you get your hybrid, and see how you like if, before you sell it?

 

[Angry Hippo]

My advice is don't be in a hurry to sell the ecoboost before you give the hybrid a test drive... and make sure it's a nice LOOOONG test drive. Then make your decision on whether you want the hybrid.

If your financial situation allows, it may be profitable to purchase the hybrid and then immediately sell it.

The ecoboost is going to be the more fun vehicle to drive, hands down. Probably handles better with the upgraded suspension, too.

But with fuel prices the way they're going hybrid would be a no brainer, if only it came in AWD. For me, that is a non-negotiable feature. If you don't feel the same the hybrid is mighty appealing.

 

[cavemold]

if you want the extra power and speed eco and if you need hear truck start. If not hybrid but hyrbirds are harder to get . Gas mileage obiously hybrid is the winner but payload it losses to the ecoboost

 

[jbandc122]

I’m in the exact same situation as you with my hybrid getting scheduled. I’ll be watching this thread to see what you go with and how happy you are with the decision. Best of luck OP.

 

[JASmith]

if you want the extra power and speed eco and if you need hear truck start. If not hybrid but hyrbirds are harder to get . Gas mileage obiously hybrid is the winner but payload it losses to the ecoboost

Payload is same, I think you mean tow rating, but even that is the same on the FWD versions ecoboost or hybrid.

 

[cavemold]

Payload is same, I think you mean tow rating, but even that is the same on the FWD versions ecoboost or hybrid.

thats what i mean and ok thanks for the correction

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