Pontiac G6: Real World MPG

39 messages, Last post on Sep 16, 2009 at 4:19 AM

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#38 of 39 09 2.4 mileage by gonogo Jul 31, 2009 (7:11 am)
Just made a 500 mile trip at 70 mph, some a/c, got 31.5 mpg, I can live with that. It was gallons divided by miles. Replies to this message: pbowler (Sep 16, 2009 4:19 am)
#39 of 39 Re: 09 2.4 mileage [gonogo] by pbowler Sep 16, 2009 (4:19 am)
Replying to: gonogo (Jul 31, 2009 7:11 am) Mine is a 2009 4 cylinder with the 6-speed auto "Sport Package". I already have more than 15,000 miles on it. The mileage with this package is satisfactory. I consistently achieve more than 420 miles per tank and average a little over 30 mpg overall. My work commute is highway, seldom stop and go, making the mileage easier to achieve. I have occasionally achieved 32+ mpg for a tankful (doing the math), but it is usually a little lower. It does not often achieve the EPA rating, but then few cars do in the real world other than hybrids or diesels. The only indicator I watch is miles left per tank; The mpg indicator is only useful to monitor driving habits, not for accurate, achievable measurements. For the total package considering size, roominess, comfort, performance, I am reasonably happy. We will see about long term. I am used to taking my cars to 200,000 miles but do not expect that of this car. I have owned mostly VW or Subaru over the years.