OhioCamper52
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I now have 11.000 miles on my 2023 Ecodiesel Bighorn Crew Cab. My experience: No issues of any kind. One recall to reprogram the ABS/ESC. Actual average calculated MPG for 11,000 miles: 22 City; 32 Highway; 29.4 combined. The combined results do not include towing. When towing, I am averaging 13.3 mpg. I drive conservatively, no more than 5 mph over the speed limit and usually at the speed limit. I easily beat the EPA ratings of 21 city, 29 Highway and 24 overall. My truck has active air shutters, and a tonneau cover both of which I believe help mpg. The dash calculation does read .5 mpg higher than actual mpg on average. It ranges from 2 mpg high to .5 mpg under the calculated results.. I have a 3.92 rear axle, which helps acceleration and towing. My belief is that this makes not difference on fuel economy because the 8 speed transmission adjusts to compensate. If other drivers get worse mpg than the EPA rating, I suggest that driving habits are to blame. Higher speeds in particular drastically reduce mpg due to wind resistance. I am very happy with the performance and mpg of this vehicle. Fuel costs are not an issue. Where I live diesel costs less than midgrade, which is what was recommended for previous my Hemi Rebel.