Does the Ecoboost cut boost/power when cold? Test driven car seemed slow.

[peterk9]

......I really like the sport brakes - and would considering upgrading any other 2016 non-sport if they fit right. I will check into that more in about 35K miles.

I believe that since 2013 all models have the same brakes. I think the PI may have a slight difference in material composition. I'm sure Sgt1411 would know for sure.

Peter

 

[Napalm]

From what I see the sports have bigger rotors - and what appear to be bigger caliper/pad area.

but I'd need to get a wheel off and measure to be sure. It would see that you'd need 20's on any other explorer model to clear the sport brakes.

 

[peterk9]

From what I see the sports have bigger rotors - and what appear to be bigger caliper/pad area.

but I'd need to get a wheel off and measure to be sure. It would see that you'd need 20's on any other explorer model to clear the sport brakes.

One member was able to put 17" wheels on her Sport.

Peter

 

[613GT500]

From what I see the sports have bigger rotors - and what appear to be bigger caliper/pad area.

but I'd need to get a wheel off and measure to be sure. It would see that you'd need 20's on any other explorer model to clear the sport brakes.

18" is the smallest that can be mounted on a Sport (spare tire is 18").

 

[peterk9]

18" is the smallest that can be mounted on a Sport (spare tire is 18").

See the following post, 17" wheel mounted on 2014 Sport.

Peter

 

[pup5581]

Where the ecoboost really shines is a gradual power buildup and continuous power output. It will climb hills without downshifting that would have a naturally aspirated engine downshifting two gears.

It's not so good at launching, there is a bit of turbo lag. Once it starts to go, it will really go. Accelerating from 65 to 75 on the highway, where the turbos are already spooled up, is an absolute blast.

Yeah all of this. The 65+ accel you can really notice the difference