What gas mileage does a 7.3 diesel get?

We generally assume onboard fuel-economy computers will fudge their numbers upward, but if that’s the case here, then the 7.3 could use an umbilical cord connected to a tanker truck. While towing, we saw an indicated 8 to 9 mpg, and that figure didn’t improve much without a trailer—we’re talking 12 mpg.

How many MPG does a diesel excursion get?

Ford’s internal testing shows the vehicle gets 12 to 15 m.p.g. with the 5.4-liter V-8, 10 to 13 with the V-10 (I got 12.5), and 15 to 18 with the diesel V-8.

How reliable is the Ford 7.3 diesel?

The engine block and internals on these engines were extremely over-built and over-engineered for the trucks power output, making it one of the most reliable and trustworthy diesels ever produced. The 7.3 Powerstroke has a B50 Life of 350,000 miles, meaning 50% of engines last beyond 350k miles before failing.

Did Ford make a 2WD Excursion?

The Ford Excursion is a heavy duty (Class 2), full-sized SUV that was produced by Ford….Ford Excursion.

Ford Excursion (UW137)
Height	4WD: 77.2 in (1,961 mm) 2WD: 74.8 in (1,900 mm)
Curb weight	7,688 lb (3,487 kg) (Turbodiesel) 7,230 lb (3,280 kg) (Gasoline)
Chronology

How much is a 7.3 diesel engine?

And now it’s Ford Performance’s latest crate motor, meaning you can buy it sans truck and stuff the giant V8 wherever your dark heart desires, reports Muscle Cars and Trucks. The 7.3-liter V8 was posted to the Ford Performance website this week as part number M-6007-73, available for a cool $8,150.

What was the best year for the Ford Excursion?

Being launched on September 30, 1999, the 2000 Ford Excursion was described by Popular Science as the “biggest sport utility on the planet.” 2000 would be the most successful model year for the Excursion, with nearly 69,000 examples sold.

How many miles do Ford Excursions last?

How Many Miles Can the Ford Excursion Last? The Ford Excursion can last as long as 600,000 miles. An Excursion user whose vehicle has lasted for over 500,000 miles claims it is still in excellent condition. According to him, your Excursion can last that long with no expensive repair.