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#475 of 491 Poor gas mileage on 08 EX-L by mkielm Jul 10, 2009 (12:01 pm)
This forum has been informative. I've been having same issue as others with very poor gas mileage on 08 Odyssey EX-L. Interesting notes regarding a break-in mileage requirement that a few people have experienced (8k - 10k before mpg rises to expected/advertised). I was wondering if those that had this experience noticed the increase in mpg after a scheduled service? I've tried to be on top of tire pressure and am not a heavy foot driver, so am hoping that this is just a break-in issue. Has anyone had any luck with a Honda dealer when addressing poor mpg? Thanks, mkielm
#476 of 491 34, 32, 31, then 28 and 24.5 MPG by ezydriver Aug 21, 2009 (1:04 pm)
We just got back from a xcountry trip, 10k total miles. On 0% alcohol fuel on 5 consecutive ,100% highway, fill-ups to eliminate top-off inconsistencies we got 34, 32 ,31 MPG. Then 28 and 24.5 MPG during the shift to 10% alcohol fuel in the East. Light winds, 0W-20 oil, 92-93 octane fuel, +400 miles, per fill-up, K&N air filter, 60K miles on our 2007 Odyssey, at 65 - 68 MPH, with the A/C on most of the time, on dry roads, with normal tire #. (GPS was used for the MPG calculation). Yes I was driving under the speed limit, but the traffic was light and I do not "draft" or ever coast in neutral. I-90 and 80 fill-ups were at roughly the same altitudes, known via GPS. The higher octane fuel gives use a lower pennies per mile since it is less than 8% more than Reg. and we get more than 10% better fuel mileage. Easy Driver Replies to this message: nobo (Aug 21, 2009 1:19 pm) ezydriver (Aug 24, 2009 6:19 am)
#477 of 491 Re: 34, 32, 31, then 28 and 24.5 MPG [ezydriver] by nobo Aug 21, 2009 (1:19 pm)
Replying to: ezydriver (Aug 21, 2009 1:04 pm) Does your Odyssey have VCM?   Corn fuel sucks for good MPG. Makes the politicians happy though. Replies to this message: ezydriver (Aug 24, 2009 6:19 am)
#479 of 491 Re: 34, 32, 31, then 28 and 24.5 MPG [nobo] by ezydriver Aug 24, 2009 (6:19 am)
Replying to: nobo (Aug 21, 2009 1:19 pm) Our 2007 Ody has VCM and the ECO 3 Cylinder option, EX-L. Most of the time we drive on cruise control, driving just a bit slower than most of the cars a trucks helps. I try to prevent downshifting on hills by dropping Cruise Control on the steeper uphill sections of the highways.    I agree with your statement regarding alcohol laced fuel.
#480 of 491 09 EX-L by kevman3 Aug 25, 2009 (7:37 am)
Just picked it up, I am hoping to get 27mpg on my 50 mile commute to work every day. Was getting 28 on CR-V. I'll let you know how it goes.
#481 of 491 Mileage comparison 09 EX vs EX-L by jreichling Aug 26, 2009 (7:56 pm)
Anyone have any info on real world mileage comparison between the two?   Honda literature shows EX getting combined 18 and EX-L (with i-VTEC) getting combined 20 mpg. I had one dealer tell me that the EX would get better mileage in real world. I am looking to buy and trying to decide between the two. Replies to this message: nobo (Aug 27, 2009 5:01 am)
#482 of 491 Re: Mileage comparison 09 EX vs EX-L [jreichling] by nobo Aug 27, 2009 (5:01 am)
Replying to: jreichling (Aug 26, 2009 7:56 pm) Did the dealer that told you the EX will get better mileage have an EX-L in stock.? Often the dealer will make statements that will get you to buy what they have in stock. Also was it dealer management or someone in sales that told you the EX would get better fuel economy?
#483 of 491 07 EX-L w/27K gets 26-31 Hwy 14-16 City by claim5 Aug 29, 2009 (2:33 pm)
Been commuting from Chicago to St. Paul once a month since March, when I fill up in Chicago mpg tops out at 26 going up to Mn, but return trip always better mileage. Got to be the Chicago EPA blend fuel. Best mileage last month during a fishing trip to northern MN, for a week of mixed driving the average came out to 31 mpg. Back in the Chicago area I get about 15. Last year's 5000 mile trip through the south to the Keys and back up through the East Coast we averaged 26 for the trip. Pretty decent mileage for a 5000 lb (loaded with 5 people and all their stuff) van. Was also very hot, often over 100 degrees, at 75-80 mph with air set at 68.   Brother in law's family have an 07 Town & Country LXI. They're up in Michigan, and get about 22-24 hwy. Nice van, but he's driven mine and says it feels more like a sports car in comparison. I agree. That's why I bought it, much tighter and I think Honda engineered it better. Oh, the 160 speedo got his attention, too.   This is my second EX-L and I've been thinking about getting a 2010. Just recently began having judders between 2nd and 3rd gear after software update by Honda. I think it's up-shifting too soon. Following wobblyknobbles on other forum.
#484 of 491 Re: 31.5 MPG EX-L Odyssey [bowtiefan1] by ezydriver Sep 03, 2009 (5:38 pm)
Replying to: bowtiefan1 (May 10, 2008 2:15 pm) The K&N air filter was ordered from one of the many online automotive stores along with a case of Honda oil filters. I do not think it makes much difference compared to a Honda air filter. Easy driving with the a/c only on when needed, rear air off, good air pressure in the tires but mostly, I think a steady right foot. My wife does not get as good gas mileage as I do even with the same ave. speed, (GPS calculation.) If you are looking for fun gadgets try a "Scan Gauge." Once you have the speed and fuel sensors calibrated it is very accurate.

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