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Jan 4, 2008 | 01:35 PM

#41

RiverAK20

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From: Little Rock AFB

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Originally Posted by Mr_ET

9 liters smaller to be exact which is huge! Also keep in mind that unless the civic was an si it only had 6 more HP and probably more weight to carry so the Fit's little 1.5L isn't doing so bad.

Keep in mind you are not even past the engine break in period yet so mileage will get better!

The 8th gen Civic DX/LX/EX has a 13 gallon tank and a 140 hp 1.8L engine.

Jan 4, 2008 | 08:10 PM

#42

Mr_ET

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From: Quebec City, Qc

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Originally Posted by RiverAK20

The 8th gen Civic DX/LX/EX has a 13 gallon tank and a 140 hp 1.8L engine.

Yes absolutely but a 2k3 civic is a 7th gen and has a d17 115hp engine.

Jan 4, 2008 | 09:46 PM

#43

RiverAK20

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Yes absolutely but a 2k3 civic is a 7th gen and has a d17 115hp engine.

Yeah I shoulda known thats what you were talking about.

Jan 5, 2008 | 09:49 PM

#44

Mr_ET

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From: Quebec City, Qc

no worries man did you pick one up yet?

A Fit I mean

Jan 6, 2008 | 11:55 AM

#45

Steeldog

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From: Alabanana

Amen, Brother!

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Originally Posted by manxman

I average 35 mpg in my AT, and there are other threads for this info. But I have yet to see a post with an average of 45 with a MT.

The manual only gets better fuel mileage if it is driven at low RPMs, staying in the highest gear possible at all times. Most drivers do not drive them that way, especially since it's a really fun car to drive, and the temptation to drive the fun way (instead of the economical way) is too great.
The auto gets better highway economy, due to its higher fifth gear. This is also easier on the engine.
For your wife, I'd say definitely the auto. For yourself, think of how and where you drive, and decide which is right.
Best of luck!