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Subaru Forester MPG-Real World Numbers

216 messages,  Last post on Nov 26, 2012 at 9:58 PM

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#206 of 216 Re: mpg 11 forester [xwesx] by rustythepuppy

Jan 25, 2011 (2:44 am)

Replying to: xwesx (Jan 24, 2011 1:02 am)
You're totally right - cannot find anything but blizzak's here in fairbanks. I called Kendall, but they only have blizzak's available for shipping. the cheapest blizzaks ive found so far are about $140 at sears. WS70's.
 
i put on some firestone winterforce on another vehicle a couple of summers ago and then when winter hit, i realized they had handled incredibly well for winter use. i was impressed. i am considering buying some for the forester since they have them in stock at TDS.
 
its not snow i am concerned about -- we dont get enough to sneeze at, but the ice is usually non-negotiable.
 
maybe i will check around with other dealers. im not too interested in ordering as i am eager

#207 of 216 Re: mpg 11 forester [rustythepuppy] by xwesx

Jan 25, 2011 (10:06 am)

Replying to: rustythepuppy (Jan 25, 2011 2:44 am)
That's the way of it, unfortunately. I am not sure why the companies up here are not interested in providing selection, but apparently they know what is best.
 
I tend to decide what tire I want first, then figure out how to get it. It is probably not the best approach in terms of frustration, but I have not had buyer's remorse yet.
 
If I recall correctly, the Winterforce tire is also studdable. I am not a fan of studs in most conditions since they are noisy and tend to lose their effectiveness quickly, but figured I would mention that. Blizzak is a good tire in terms of grip, for sure. The WS-70 is new to the market, but I don't imagine it wears any better than the WS-60. Even so, you can probably get up to three seasons out of it reliably.

#208 of 216 Re: mpg 11 forester [xwesx] by rustythepuppy

Jan 28, 2011 (2:02 pm)

Replying to: xwesx (Jan 25, 2011 10:06 am)
i paid 740 for blizzaks at sears. so far, so good. there's not a lot of snow here, but ice is the name of the game. not much improvement on mileage -- last reading was 16.5 mpg based on 210 miles on 12.9 gals.

#209 of 216 Re: mpg 11 forester [rustythepuppy] by xwesx

Jan 28, 2011 (2:32 pm)

Replying to: rustythepuppy (Jan 28, 2011 2:02 pm)
What is the length of your commute? If you have a short one, it will murder your mileage (especially in the winter). I haven't driven ours recently, but the last tank I recorded was about 21 (just before the cold snap this last week).

#210 of 216 2011 Forester mileage report by maybesubie1

Feb 04, 2012 (5:00 pm)

I have had my 2011 Forester just over 14 months and so far I'm really liking it. About the only disappointment has been mileage. I'm at an average of right around 21.5 mpg. With my driving habits, I really thought it would be quite a bit better than that. I am very gentle on the gas pedal and ease up even more when it looks like traffic is going to be slowing up ahead. A lot of the miles I put on are suburban freeway, usually speeds of 45-60 mph but there certainly can be rolling slowdowns and once in a while actual stop and go stuff. On the other hand, if I jump on a fairly flat stretch of interstate with little traffic and few slowdowns, I'm really happy with the mileage. I haven't checked lately, but I think it's pretty easy to get 27 mpg or better.
My regular commute is just over 8 miles, one-way, so maybe that explains the mileage? Not getting up to optimal engine temp for most of the trip? If anyone has thoughts on that, let me know. Otherwise, I'm really happy with the Forester!

#211 of 216 Re: 2011 Forester mileage report [maybesubie1] by ateixeira

Feb 06, 2012 (12:38 pm)

Replying to: maybesubie1 (Feb 04, 2012 5:00 pm)
We can break 30 on the highway once it's warmed up.
 
Short trips kill mileage - before it's warm especially.

#212 of 216 Re: 2011 Forester mileage report [ateixeira] by maybesubie1

Feb 07, 2012 (8:43 pm)

Replying to: ateixeira (Feb 06, 2012 12:38 pm)
Thanks. I thought that might have something to do with it.

#213 of 216 Re: Mileage gauge not working? [sylviecat] by jhawk2tall

Apr 07, 2012 (9:48 pm)

Replying to: sylviecat (May 11, 2009 11:39 am)
turn the ignition to the first click and hold either the - or the + on the clock for 5 seconds.

#214 of 216 Mine is 33 by hiohsilver1

Aug 25, 2012 (6:56 pm)

I get 32-33 hand calculated highway with my 2004 xs 5 sp manual. I keep it 70 or under. It's great- I went from a 98 corolla and didn't give up much- cant imagine getting less than 30 on the highway...

#215 of 216 Re: MPG on '09 Forester--I'm fit to be tied [xwesx] by rustythepuppy

Nov 26, 2012 (9:31 pm)

Replying to: xwesx (Jan 25, 2010 11:07 am)
i kept a written record of my gas logs re mileage the first year but it hasnt changed - in the winter i average 200 miles on 14.5 gallons (the point at which my light comes on and i pull over and fill up at freddies).
 
summer is not much better - 300 miles on 14.5. after my memorial day speeding ticket - who pulls over a subaru forester?? i have kept my speed about 60 mph. no change in fuel economy. the only thing i can attribute to my terrible mileage is that i have a bike and ski rack on top. but still.
 
my commute is 26 miles to and from work. no luck there either.

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