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Originally Posted by jcp123
That's a good example of what I'm wondering. For something as big, capable, and strong as an F150, I can't deny that's really good. But if CAFE hadn't interfered, could this be an 18 city/30 highway sedan/wagon with a 5000lb tow rating, quicker acceleration, better, more engaging road manners? Would the "royal we" have gone to trucks and SUVs? Would it balance out in favor of less fuel consumption overall?
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My specific example would be 'YES'.
If I could have done the towing (4500+ .. not comfortable with a 5500 lb max rating on my wife's Acura MDX) .. maybe 6500 or 7000 lb .. and had some ground clearance for railway crossings and a few miles of gravel road ...
The bed of the truck is high. Like 'over-my-waist-how-do-I-lift-stuff-into-it' high. I'm sure I'll come up with a stool that stores in the back and gives me better access. It's on my todo list!