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#83 of 107 Re: Two things [uga91] by luvcars7 Apr 08, 2008 (4:24 pm)
Replying to: uga91 (Aug 02, 2006 11:19 am) Uga91 I am so glad you are amused that those of us who get the lower amt. of gas per mileage from our V 6 Vues, are upset, and "must not have done our research". Your amusement is offensive. Did "you" not read the posts that were talking about how "misrepresented" the figures are? Did you consider maybe that's a factor at our surprise at the "lower" mileage we ended up experiencing? And, yes I did LOTS of research and read LOTS of reviews. At that time, I did see any big negative reviews. I have always owned Toyotas (was that ignorant of me?) but this time, I wanted to have something different. It has alot of pluses, including passenger and driver side airbags, which are difficult to find, when you must choose a car that is less than $15,000. Or perhaps your amused, that many ppl can't afford cars more expensive than that. We all must be ignorant ppl. according to you. You are above us, please bear with us. Replies to this message: rube125 (Aug 20, 2008 4:06 pm)
#84 of 107 Any way to get better gas mileage? by luvcars7 Jun 11, 2008 (7:10 pm)
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).
#85 of 107 Re: You folks get too worked up [sparky20] by matrixgirl09 Jun 19, 2008 (6:14 am)
Replying to: sparky20 (May 20, 2006 2:25 pm) I had the 2003 v6 awd vue. Gas mileage was not that great.   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. Replies to this message: luvcars7 (Jun 20, 2008 1:44 pm)
#86 of 107 Re: [matrixgirl09] by luvcars7 Jun 20, 2008 (1:44 pm)
Replying to: matrixgirl09 (Jun 19, 2008 6:14 am) Matrixgirl09   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.
#87 of 107 re: vues are now made in mexico by matrixgirl09 Jun 21, 2008 (12:32 pm)
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.
#88 of 107 Re: MPG [sapphire_1203] by gkonrad Jun 22, 2008 (2:23 pm)
Replying to: sapphire_1203 (Jan 03, 2008 11:36 am) Hi I just read your blog and I am having the same problem.I just purchased a 2006 vue and was promise better gas milage .I am only getting 11mpg city.that stinks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!.I am so upset.I have change my air filter and still not any better.I was wondering if you have been able to fix your problem.? Replies to this message: deucedown (Jun 23, 2008 5:49 am) gkonrad (Jun 24, 2008 7:09 am)
#89 of 107 Re: MPG [gkonrad] by deucedown Jun 23, 2008 (5:49 am)
Replying to: gkonrad (Jun 22, 2008 2:23 pm) 11 mpg would upset me too no end. How many miles on your 2006. Once I made sure my tires were inflated to 35 psi I improved my gas mileage...a little.   I would take it back to dealer, it still is under waranty right? Replies to this message: gkonrad (Jun 24, 2008 7:09 am)
#90 of 107 Re: MPG [deucedown] by gkonrad Jun 24, 2008 (7:09 am)
Replying to: deucedown (Jun 23, 2008 5:49 am) Thanks for the tip.I have 27000 miles on the car.I bought the car used from and indepenant dealer.bergeys.can I still take it back.It is not even a month old.   thanks
#91 of 107 2004 4-cyl fwd Manual 108k miles by mikeburek Aug 15, 2008 (3:44 pm)
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? Replies to this message: 442dude (Aug 15, 2008 4:08 pm) mikeburek (Sep 30, 2008 12:09 pm) susv2005 (Mar 07, 2009 10:24 pm)
#92 of 107 Re: 2004 4-cyl fwd Manual 108k miles [mikeburek] by 442dude Aug 15, 2008 (4:08 pm)
Replying to: mikeburek (Aug 15, 2008 3:44 pm) I'm always between 24 and 28 MPG on every tank - 2004 Vue, 4 cylinder, 5 speed manual trans.   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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