Late response to the thread but I thought I would toss in my newbie experience.
Just bought a 19RD, so a bit lighter than most.
We drove from 60 miles west of Chicago almost to Grand Rapids, Michigan (2 and a half times, a long story) to buy it.
Our TV is a 2012 Durango with 6 cylinder and a tow package, 7000 lbs tow rating.
On the way over we got ~25 mpg, on the way back we got a bit under 16 mpg doing 65 mph up to 70 sometimes. Spent a fair bit of time in 5th gear.
I locked it there once or twice, but a couple of times forgot so it did a bit more gear changing than necessary. The Trans temp was at 168 F or so, with the temps in the 80s. Didn't really change much.
FWIW, in town I probably get around 18 mpg. But while this is much nicer to drive than the 2000 Lincoln Navigator (5.3 V8), it ain't spry.
For those in the same boat as the OP I would suggest strongly considering keeping an "around town" vehicle if you can manage it financially and otherwise. At least until you get a feel for whatever
A side note, the 2014 (I think) Durango added 7th gear and some other dohickies to push the rated mileage up a notch or two.
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