I also considered an F250 gasser, and you’re right, prices are quite similar when trim levels and options are held constant. I just don’t need the towing capability enough to justify the fuel bill on the 7.3L.

I checked fuel mileage the other day after 250mi on a fresh fill up. For roughly 50% highway, 30% country roads, and 20% city, it got 19.3mpg (hand calculated). The dashboard said 20.6, so it’s a bit optimistic, like my last F150.

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