43.8 mpg
43.8 mpg
Boston to Albany and back on the Mass Pike with some in-city driving at each end. I tried a variety of techniques discussed on this board. Most importantly, I kept the speed down to 60-65. I got off the gas pedal whenever I could having learned that no fuel goes through the injectors when you're in gear with no throttle. I drafted some trucks here and there at a safe (1-2 second) distance. I tried some engine-off coasting on some of the bigger hills but I'm not sure it's something I'd want to make a habit of. I also had topped up my tires to a still-reasonable 36 psi cold inflation pressure.
Average over 2 fillups was 43.8 mpg. On one tank I had 230 miles on th OD before the fuel gauge hit the halfway point.
It's pretty remarkable how much your driving style can influence mileage.
Average over 2 fillups was 43.8 mpg. On one tank I had 230 miles on th OD before the fuel gauge hit the halfway point.
It's pretty remarkable how much your driving style can influence mileage.
Good to see another 40+mpg story. You might be able to eek out a little more if you fill the tires up to the sidewall rating, 40-45psi I think, depending on the tire. 45psi has made a difference for me at least.
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