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#82 of 207 Ran my tank dry by 69driver Jan 17, 2007 (10:45 am)
I usually let my tank get pretty empty before I fill up. But I've been noticing the fill up is only around 13 gallons, not 15.   So, I decided to let the tank run dry. I put some gas in a can, and hit the road.   After the gauge read 0 miles to empty it kept running for quite awhile.   I chose a road for my test with plenty of shoulder space, and not a lot of traffic.   When it finally died, I got a “Safely pull over now” message. I was still able to drive on battery once my speed was low enough.   The final number was 477 miles, at 31.9 mpg.   So, the mpg estimate displayed was correct 31.9 x 15 = 478 miles. The miles to empty are always off. Replies to this message: wilcox (Jan 23, 2007 11:59 am)
#83 of 207 Re: Four molded plastic mud flaps... [wilcox] by mecheng1 Jan 19, 2007 (7:06 am)
Replying to: wilcox (Jan 10, 2007 1:00 pm) Your FE should improve....but from what I've seen ...it improves more from the operator "re-learning" how to drive to get the most out of the hybrid technology than from any break-in period of the vehicle. Your ultimate FE is only limited by how much you want to employ the "hypermile-ing" tricks. Have fun!
#84 of 207 Re: Ran my tank dry [69driver] by wilcox Jan 23, 2007 (11:59 am)
Replying to: 69driver (Jan 17, 2007 10:45 am) Good for you 69driver.   The same thought about testing had crossed my mind. I have a 5 gallon gas can...but...ain't got no time to burn.   Thanks for results.
#85 of 207 Re: Ford Escape Hybrid Owners: MPG-Real World Numbers [KarenS] by twooaks Jan 30, 2007 (4:06 pm)
Replying to: KarenS (Jun 20, 2005 11:03 am) Brand new '07 4WD ... 22mpg with my first tankful (didn't measure the tankful from the dealer but it went quick also) ... I'm p*ssed off! Should I be? The PRIMARY reason I bought this was to lessen my carbon footprint ... trying to do my part with global warming. And to spend less on fuel of course ... factored that in when I bought it but if this is going to be the norm for mpg, it destroys my financial reason for buying. It's rated 29hwy/32city. I don't nail the gas pedal, haven't even floored it yet. I live in Indiana so it's colder weather right now ... mixture of hwy & city driving. Any thoughts, ideas, opinions?   Replies to this message: pf_flyer (Jan 30, 2007 5:20 pm) dfincher (Feb 01, 2007 9:29 pm)
#86 of 207 Re: Ford Escape Hybrid Owners: MPG-Real World Numbers [twooaks] by pf_flyer HOST Jan 30, 2007 (5:20 pm)
Replying to: twooaks (Jan 30, 2007 4:06 pm) Even hybrids need to go through a break-in period. You're jumping a bit ahead of yourself by looking at the first tank of gas and thinking that's all there is. Give the car a chance to break in and yourself a chance to get used to driving it.
#87 of 207 A couple of things. by mschmal Jan 31, 2007 (4:48 am)
First, read the fold out quick reference guide where it tells you how to maximize your fuel economy. You have to learn how to drive all over again. You can read back in this and other hybrid forums for tips on how to get the most fuel economy.   Second, if you can garage your FEH during cold weather, this will help.   Third, if you want to reduce your carbon footprint, consider purchasing a carbon offset. Ford is linked up with Terrapass. Ford/Terrapass Greener Miles Program   Mark. Replies to this message: stevedebi (Jan 31, 2007 12:10 pm)
#88 of 207 Re: A couple of things. [mschmal] by stevedebi Jan 31, 2007 (12:10 pm)
Replying to: mschmal (Jan 31, 2007 4:48 am) "Third, if you want to reduce your carbon footprint, consider purchasing a carbon offset. Ford is linked up with Terrapass. Ford/Terrapass Greener Miles Program "   Baloney. You are just paying $30 per year for what is primarily a sop to the conscience.   The only real way to reduce carbon use is - wait for it - to reduce carbon usage in your lifestyle. Ride a bike, take public transport occasionally, drive a smaller vehicle (perhaps a hybrid), drive slower on the freeway, etc.
#89 of 207 Reducing carbon use. by mschmal Jan 31, 2007 (3:16 pm)
Actually it doesn't reduce your carbon use, it only makes you carbon neutral. Now if you purchased 2, then you would be reducing the carbon generated and you would be reducing your carbon useage.   Try not to throw stones when you live in a glass house...you never know when someone else will return the favor.   Mark. Replies to this message: stevedebi (Feb 05, 2007 11:42 am) mschmal (Feb 06, 2007 10:15 am) heyjewel (Feb 13, 2007 9:32 pm)
#90 of 207 Cold Weather MPG by devomi Feb 01, 2007 (8:15 am)
Keep in mind you get much reduced MPG in cold weather. i ahve a '07 HEV FWD that I bought in August. In summertime temps, I was getting 36MPG, now in winter(in Michgan) I am getting 27MPG It does take about a month to figure out how to drive a hybrid
#91 of 207 Re: Ford Escape Hybrid Owners: MPG-Real World Numbers [twooaks] by dfincher Feb 01, 2007 (9:29 pm)
Replying to: twooaks (Jan 30, 2007 4:06 pm) I too have a new '07 4WD, now has about 2500 miles in couple of months. I didn't measure my first tankfuls because I was so heady about getting 34-36 MPG according to my computer. I still "hyper drive" mostly around town and Beltway driving. Current fuel economy based on tank measurements, 24, 22 and 25 MPG. Not that heady. Its getting colder here and its probably not broken in. I've just got to accept its the most efficient SUV you can throw a kayak on. dfincher

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