re: Anyone drive 2.7L Ecoboost?

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I would like to see an explanation on paper justifying shutting down the engine at every stop. I can't make it make sense in my head in any way

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Had this on a 4 cylinder Malibu rental and I barely noticed it. It shuts off at a traffic light and comes back to life when you lift your foot off the brake. I also drove a Range Rover Sport with a similar feature and felt that it was not nearly seamless enough, possibly because of the larger engine.

Seems to be less smooth and seamless on V6 or V8 engines than in I-4s. Not sure I'd go for it if it can't be turned off especially on motors with a propensity to "shake" when cranked, like a V6.

Not a welcome technology IMO.....but like aluminum construction and completely neutered unit body crossovers, the EPA indirectly demands it, and buyers have to pay for it up front despite cheap gas prices.