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I have a 2004 Vue, I start off from stop lights slowly, and don't go above 65 now. I still only get 20 mpg. Has any one used any gas treatment products or have any other ideas on how to get better gas mileage? I love the car, but like many, not happy with the mpg.Thanks for your ideas!  Oh and P.S.if you are interested in buying gasoline at stations that buy theirs from American owned companies and NOT the middle east...here's a few...Valero, Conoco/Phillips, Murphy USA (Walmart), Flying J (truckstop).
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Replying to: sparky20 (May 20, 2006 3:25 pm) Prob 19 - 23 mpg maybe 60% freeway 40% city but it probably was less than that Got rid of it because I wasn't going to put any more money into repairing it, oh and now get about 32 mpg and using half the amount of fuel It wasn't uncommon to use a quarter tank of gas in one day, just driving to from work, and I don't drive aggressively.
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Replying to: matrixgirl09 (Jun 19, 2008 7:14 am) You said you get 32 mpg...what is the vehicle you drive? VW? Prisis? I would love to get a hybrid and "go green" but the price tag is still too high for my budget. When I was shopping for an SUV last Spring, professional reviewers...several of them gave the RAV4 a bad review, (I've always had Toyotas) and without spending alot more gas and time, the one dealership I found that had a used CRV Honda- was actually sold before I got there, they are so popular! I love my Vue, it's just the mpg. Oh, well at least it's supporting Americans since it's built in America.
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I traded the vue in for a 2009 toyota matrix (1.8 Liter base model), a hatchback. I have had too many reliability problems with Saturns so they did not get me to look at the Astra or Aura that I could have purchased. I have owned two Saturns, and the long term reliability isn't there in my experience. Also the trade in / resale values are really low for Saturns. My 2003 vue was built in spring hill tennesee but they are now made in Mexico. (see wikipedia) A Ford Focus will get you similar gas mileage. There are several small cars that will get you 30-35 mpg (estimated freeway) if you need an "american" car. But if you need an suv then yes you won't get that kind of gas mileage. The Hondas are made in Ohio and Canada though. |
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Replying to: sapphire_1203 (Jan 03, 2008 12:36 pm)
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Replying to: gkonrad (Jun 22, 2008 3:23 pm) I would take it back to dealer, it still is under waranty right?
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Replying to: deucedown (Jun 23, 2008 6:49 am) thanks |
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2004 4-cyl fwd Manual 108k miles. Normal city driving around 20.5-21.5. I've been trying to shift with the dummy light - at barely 1.8-2k RPM. Seems crazy. Fairly slow starts  And also staying around 45-55 on freeways and open roads. And lowering the temperate control so it's not dialed to far left. After the cab cools down, I usually have it about 10 o'clock. This has got my mileage up to 23.5. LONG freeway driving is great. I get some 30+ mpg, but that's just for the long constant speed drives, even at higher 65+ speeds! Once in the city, it goes back down very quickly. So obviously, it's not the air drag of the car, it's the way I drive in the city. I love driving stick, but somehow gotta learn to drive it leaner on the gas. About to change the spark plugs. The mileage hasn't declined over the life of it, so not expecting a boost with new plugs. I'm not sure about these Pulsar Spark Plugs, at $25 each. Heard a reliable car guy / mechanic have lots of very happy customers. Or might just do regular ones for $5 each. I've got to decide quick. Anyone been able to find a Haynes or Chilton manual for the 2004 and later Vues?
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Replying to: mikeburek (Aug 15, 2008 4:44 pm) Don't bother with the Pulsar plugs, you won't notice the difference except for the lightness of your wallet. There are no Haynes or Chilton books for the Vue/Equinox/Torrent. You have to buy the factory service manual from GM...you can also find them on Ebay cheaper... |
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Replying to: luvcars7 (Apr 08, 2008 5:24 pm) In there defense at the change of the light I move quickly, I do not drive slow. On the freeway I mostly drive about 70 MPH. I have driven faster at times. But, its a real nice vehicle. I previously owned a 2002 Toyota RAV 4 which is not soft riding and no power when I need it. I paid about the same price cause the Japanese companies don't give bargains. They may now cause auto sales are down. I went to three Toyota Dealerships in Ventura county and felt I couldn,t wait to get out of there. The Saturn dealership made me feel comfortable and not pushy. I am not getting great mileage and but I would choose the VUE over the rav4 any day and I love ONSTAR. |
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