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Replying to: mcgusto (May 26, 2009 3:48 pm) I have not seen the large numbers with my 4wd HH, but with warm weather it is rising. Basically for the first 8000 miles I averaged around 23.5 mpg. However since it has warmed up I mostly see 25. My wife drives it most and she typically is around 24.5 and I'll see 26+. I was able to average 37+ in my TCH over 67,000 miles so I know how to maximize the FE. The HH is a little less fulfilling because you don't see the large differences. For example on the same route I can get 25 or 27. Doesn't seem worth the extra effort sometimes. Where as with the TCH I would vary from 36 to 41. Really not that much difference %'wise but mentally it motivated me. With practice you should be able to get at least 23+, which in my opinion is still pretty good. Just got back from the beach where my Expedition got 16 on the road tank and 13.5 on the tank driving around. However I hauled 6 of us and most of what we owned it seemed. Next year we'll probably take the HH and the 2010 prius I have on order. Don't give up and read the threads.
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Replying to: wvgasguy (May 28, 2009 3:27 pm) |
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Hi All I purchased a new HH 09 Limited last month. I am curious about best driving techniques as this is my first hybrid vehicle. I am generally using the HH in economy mode and so far getting around 25 MPG. I have these questions 1. Is it safe to keep driving HH in economy mode all the time. I mean it shouldnt damage vehicle to keep using economy mode all the time. 2. What are best driving tips you all the previous owners can suggest? 3. HH have the toyo tyres. How many miles/years these tyres generally give depending upon routine use of vehicle. I appreciate your help. Yogi Aggarwal 
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Replying to: yaggarwal (Aug 18, 2009 7:35 pm) 1. Is it safe to keep driving HH in economy mode all the time. I mean it shouldnt damage vehicle to keep using economy mode all the time." Yes, it is. If you need to do hard acceleration, just floor the gas pedal and it will override the econ settings. "2. What are best driving tips you all the previous owners can suggest?" Inflate the tires to 39psi, drive gently, anticipate starts and stops. Using the heat or a/c does reduce gas milage, but do what you need to be comfortable. You do not want to drive at highway speeds with a window open, it will drive you nuts. Keep you speed below the speed limit on highways. "3. HH have the toyo tyres. How many miles/years these tyres generally give depending upon routine use of vehicle. " I don't know on this one. I have just under 12,000 miles on my 2008 after owning it for 21 months. I have rotate the tires twice. They still look good, but others say they are lucky to get 20,000 miles on them.
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Replying to: monte8 (Aug 24, 2009 9:04 am) For tire pressure, recommended or written on tires is 33 psi. Are yours marked as 39psi or you just inflate then with 39. Is it from your own experiance or their is any logic behind having 39 psi as against 33. Yogi
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Replying to: yaggarwal (Aug 24, 2009 10:51 am) The data plate on the car says 33 psi, not the tire. 39 psi is within the manufacturer's specs. The higher tire pressure reduces rolling resistance, increasing gas milage.
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Replying to: monte8 (Sep 01, 2009 1:53 pm) |
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I have learned that the 2009 Highlander Hybrid has not center differential, and the V6 engine never provides power to the rear wheels, so it's not recommendable for backroads or capable snow vehicle for Montana's tough terrain and harsh winter. Perform better the 2010 Lexus 450 Hybrid? Thank you for your kind insights.
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Replying to: car2009 (Oct 16, 2009 10:20 am) The Lexus has identical drive components. I live in NE North Dakota and my 2008 HH does fine in the snow, but I don't attempt to do serious off road driving. |
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