Author Topic: How far do you go???? (Read 4424 times)

ten2doyle102 · « **on:** April 23, 2007, 06:26:53 PM »

I was just wondering what the average mpg that everyone is getting. i only get about 28mpg on the highway and i was wondering if that's normal...

chris325ix · « **Reply #1 on:** April 23, 2007, 06:38:27 PM »

I'm getting just over 29 in a car that could definitely use some love. I drive it really easy though.

bmwman91 · « **Reply #2 on:** April 23, 2007, 06:53:16 PM »

How fast are you going? I can usually pull 30-35 cruising at ~75mph. I messed with my Wide-band O2 setup and increased it maybe 2mpg. I might be able to yank another 3-4mpg out of it. The best way to milk mileage is to go 65mph and not pass unless absolutely necessary. Accelerating and decelerating is a HUGE mileage eater.

ten2doyle102 · « **Reply #3 on:** April 23, 2007, 07:16:37 PM »

i dont go that fast.....Just 80mph. But even then...i still only rock out 28 mpg at 65 mph....i have tested it

gearheadE30 · « **Reply #4 on:** April 23, 2007, 08:01:37 PM »

I get just over 30 judging by the little eco gauge at 70 mph, I don't know how accurate that is though because I'm not on stock tires. How much of a difference would larger tires make? (specifically 205/55/15)

BTW my air filter was so dirty that I gained 3 mpg by my calculations after cleaning it and adding injector cleaner.

jetteman · « **Reply #5 on:** April 23, 2007, 09:36:21 PM »

on highway only between 75-85 i get 430 miles until the light comes on, i dont feel like doing the math.

ten2doyle102 · « **Reply #6 on:** April 23, 2007, 09:47:23 PM »

dude.....you suck......i only get like 300 or so. God i wish i had mpg like that. i have to drive 30 min to work one way so i wouldn't mind that!!! Is there something wrong with mine? it doesnt throw any signals and it runs great. i dont know what the deal is!:mad:

D. Clay · « **Reply #7 on:** April 23, 2007, 10:40:40 PM »

Mostly around town. 25 in the city and 26-28 city and highway mixed. Less than 30 on the highway.

jetteman · « **Reply #8 on:** April 23, 2007, 10:47:21 PM »

that i strict highway driving from fill up to the light coming on so that should account for some of it i drive from Philly to Columbus a lot, 460 miles one way. you know i wonder if i could make it the whole way? oh well does anyone know how big the tank is (or two tanks however you think about it).

Nick_318is · « **Reply #9 on:** April 24, 2007, 11:25:40 AM »

25ish, I drive 90 whenever I can on the highway, although lately its decreasing.

AL GReeNeRy · « **Reply #10 on:** April 25, 2007, 04:13:48 PM »

Quote from: gearheadE30;24343

I get just over 30 judging by the little eco gauge at 70 mph, I don't know how accurate that is though because I'm not on stock tires. How much of a difference would larger tires make? (specifically 205/55/15)

BTW my air filter was so dirty that I gained 3 mpg by my calculations after cleaning it and adding injector cleaner.

that tire size is equal to stock tires. if you look at the tire placard on the driver side door jam or even in your manual, itll tell you what sizes are equal to stock.. 195/65/14 is stock, equal to that is 205/60/14, +1 rim size is 205/55/15 still equal to stock height

and yea a dirty filter will rob you some gas mileage

AL GReeNeRy · « **Reply #11 on:** April 25, 2007, 04:14:34 PM »

Quote from: Nick_318is;24388

25ish, I drive 90 whenever I can on the highway, although lately its decreasing.

hahahahaha +1 only i drive 90 everyday.. in traffic and 10pm commute home =D

Tonyb · « **Reply #12 on:** April 25, 2007, 10:38:10 PM »

My log book reveals 26-28 mph on the highway, but I have a 50lb foot!

sheepdog · « **Reply #13 on:** April 25, 2007, 11:34:50 PM »

Above 70mph, your mileage will drop. The aerodynamics and gearing in our cars start a losing the battle at that point.

28-29 average seems decent.
I can drive the wheels off mine, 80+, and hard around town ans such and still stay about 26-28 average. Not bad really, I can get more, but I really like to drive hard.

biglar · « **Reply #14 on:** April 26, 2007, 12:27:13 AM »

i just washed my car removed all of the bird crap that came originally with the car. Since im reducing drag, ill post results soon.