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Posted in r/f150 • 4 years ago • Discussion

Just bought my first F-150 Tremor — love it, but I’m only seeing 11–12 MPG

Just picked up my first F-150 and I’m seriously loving the truck. The only thing making me raise an eyebrow is the fuel economy.

I’m averaging around 11–12 mpg right now and it feels like the needle drops every time I drive. I’m trying to be smooth on the throttle and actually test it fairly, but it’s still low.

Anyone else with a Tremor seeing similar numbers? Does it improve after the break-in period or should I be checking something?

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V8MileageMath • 4y ago • Top Comment

That seems lower than it should be. Even my older 5.0 trucks hover around 15 mpg mixed. How many miles are on the truck right now?

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FreshTremorOwner • 4y ago

About 100 miles so far. Could it just be brand new and still learning / breaking in?

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ThrottleTherapist • 4y ago

100 miles is basically nothing. New engines + short trips can absolutely tank the average. Also, if you’re doing lots of stoplights and it’s cold out, that number can look ugly.

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BoostGaugeWatcher • 4y ago

Biggest tip: keep it out of boost. These trucks can be decent on fuel until you start leaning into the turbo. Once it spools, the MPG disappears fast.

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ShortTripStruggles • 4y ago

If your commute is like 5 miles or less, you’re going to see trash MPG no matter what. The truck barely gets fully warm before you shut it off again.

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FreshTremorOwner • 4y ago

Yep… I’m under 5 miles from work. That probably explains a lot.

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TruckTrimRealist • 4y ago

Not trying to be a jerk, but the Tremor isn’t exactly built for economy. Bigger tires, off-road suspension, more weight… it adds up.

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EcoModeEnjoyer • 4y ago

Mine improved a lot after about 1,500–2,500 miles. Eco mode helps, but it’s not magic. The biggest gain came from the engine loosening up and me driving smoother.

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HandCalcOrBust • 4y ago

Don’t trust the dash MPG early on. Do a real calculation: fill up, reset trip, drive the tank, fill again, divide miles by gallons.

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TirePressurePolice • 4y ago

Check tire PSI. Seriously. Even being 5–8 PSI low can make the truck feel heavier and drop MPG. Dealers sometimes deliver them soft for ride comfort.

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WinterBlendHater • 4y ago

If it’s winter where you are, that’s another factor. Cold temps + winter fuel blends + longer idle warmups = MPG gets wrecked.

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HighwayTestPilot • 4y ago

Take it on a steady highway run at 60–65 mph for 20–30 miles and watch the instant MPG. If it still won’t climb, then it’s worth checking for something abnormal.

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PayloadAndTowGuy • 4y ago

People compare numbers like they’re universal, but they’re not. Tires, payload, driving style, elevation, wind, and traffic all change the outcome.

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BedCoverDebate • 4y ago

A tonneau cover can help a little on the highway. It won’t turn it into a Prius, but it may bump you 1 mpg or so depending on speed.

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FreshTremorOwner • 4y ago

I’ve been thinking about a bed cover anyway. If it helps even a little, that’s a win.

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SpeedKillsMPG • 4y ago

Keep it under 70 mph if you want better mileage. Once you’re cruising 75–80, wind resistance starts eating fuel fast on a full-size truck.

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DealerResetTip • 4y ago

Also reset the average MPG after you pick it up. Dealer idling, lot moves, test drives, and transport time can make the average look awful at first.

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FreshTremorOwner • 4y ago

I did reset it. I’m hoping the average climbs once I put real miles on it.

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BreakInBeliever • 4y ago

Give it a few thousand miles before you judge it. Most trucks get noticeably better after 2k–3k once everything settles.

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FuelCostReality • 4y ago

I don’t blame you for caring. Even if you can afford the truck, nobody enjoys extra stops at the pump. Better MPG is just more convenient.

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SmilesPerGallonClub • 4y ago

Welcome to “smiles per gallon.” Every time you touch the pedal it sounds good and your MPG cries a little.

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LiftedAndThirsty • 4y ago

I get 11–12 too, but mine is lifted and on bigger tires. With the Tremor setup + short trips, your number doesn’t shock me.

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EcoCoachFan • 4y ago

Use the EcoCoach / driving feedback screen if you have it. It’ll basically teach you how to accelerate without wasting fuel.

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RealWorldNumbers • 4y ago

On my mixed driving I’m usually 16–18. Highway can touch 20 if conditions are good. City-only is where it drops fast.

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Quick takeaway: Early MPG readings can be misleading on a new truck. Break-in miles, short trips, cold weather, tire pressure, and staying out of boost can all make a big difference.

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