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209 messages, Last post on Nov 22, 2009 at 11:39 AM
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Everything I have driven so far: 68,066 miles divided by 2,722.9 gallons = 25.0 miles per gallon |
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| Since there are not many 2009 4 cyl HL owners out there right now, I thought I would start posting our MPG. Our 1st tank went for 22.44 MPG in mostly in-town driving. Our 2nd tank went for 23.32 MPG, and that included about 100 miles of highway. Overall, we're getting close to or better MPG than the 2004 CR-V this replaced. I'm hoping it improves a bit as the engine breaks in, but overall we're really pleased, especially for the size of the car. | |
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Replying to: nsteffens (May 19, 2009 3:45 pm) Do the math of # of miles driven divided by the numbers gallons of fuel used for a more accurate figure. At 16mpg, I might as well keep my full-size 4wd crew cab truck! |
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Replying to: lucky_777 (Oct 19, 2008 3:03 pm) A few comments I run synthetic oil and keep tire pressure up at the maximum. The transmission the highlander allows you to shift to neutral going down a hill and then back in when you need power, so if you drive it like a stick it can save you some gas mileage. Best highway mileage seems to be around 60 MPH ( up to 27 MPG on a long trip, but that is slow) , If you buy gas the has ethanol in it will reduce you MPG About 5 MPG.
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Replying to: steve209 (Jun 07, 2009 7:04 pm) Counter-intuitive, I know. Plus coasting in neutral is illegal most places since it's not the safest practice.
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Replying to: steve_ (Jun 07, 2009 7:38 pm) As far as it being illegal to shift my car how I want thankfully I do not live in that part of the USA. Yes I am a good driver and don't tailgate etc. .
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Replying to: steve209 (Jun 10, 2009 5:10 pm) Going downhill in gear, the drivetrain turns the engine over and the fuel injection shuts off. Electronic gas gauges or a Scangauge II aren't going to be accurate in that situation I don't think. Hypermilers will disagree. Oh yeah, others say that going downhill in neutral is not good for your transmission; something about not getting oil to the gears. |
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Replying to: steve209 (Jun 10, 2009 5:10 pm) If you're in neutral then you're coasting whether it's downhill, uphill or flat. Going downhill in nuetral no transmisson breaking I'm glad your transmission isn't breaking but I think you meant braking. ( M=M*V) M = M*V ?? Therefore, V = 1? all with less fuel And you do this while not exceeding posted speed limits? Yes I am a good driver and don't tailgate etc. An uninformed person might regard your position as an oxymoron arguing that you cannot be a good driver without your transmission engaged.  tidester, host SUVs and Smart Shopper |
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Replying to: tidester (Jun 10, 2009 7:16 pm) 
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