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#145 of 164 Real World MPG by jmaulsby Nov 10, 2008 (1:42 pm)
I have a 2007 FWD with 20,000 miles. I seldom experience stop and go in my North TX commute, but when I do MPG drops to 15. My daily commute ranges from 20 mph to 60 mph and my mileage is 21 MPG. On long highway stretches at 60 MPH I get 24 MPG. All North TX gas has 10% ethanol.   I never understood the lack of advertising either. Hyundai had a hidden agenda with the Veracruz and apparently not concerned about widespread advertising. The sales figures per month have always been low. As owners, we drive one of the "rarest" vehicles on the road today! Replies to this message: broadsword (Nov 10, 2008 6:41 pm) indysabre (Nov 19, 2008 8:24 pm) acdii (Jan 09, 2009 7:46 am)
#146 of 164 Re: Real World MPG [jmaulsby] by broadsword Nov 10, 2008 (6:41 pm)
Replying to: jmaulsby (Nov 10, 2008 1:42 pm) Not sure whether to be concerned or flattered - safety in numbers and all. It does make me a bit worried about trade in value and overall value retention. My wife loves it and wouldn't trade it for a Lexus or a Mazda 9 - looked at both. She has a lot of local driving (hill country) - up and down hills, stop and go, and gets 20mpg. Highway = 22-24. I tend to be a little more heavy footed and am doing good to get 19-20 highway; of course, that's at 80-90mph, but all on regular. Ever notice a difference running premium?   One little improvement I would recommend on the VC is a warning that the rear hatch is open. I carelessly backed out of the garage (almost) with it open and right into the open garage door - luckily only minor damage, but major damage to the ego. Replies to this message: indysabre (Nov 19, 2008 8:24 pm) acdii (Jan 09, 2009 7:46 am)
#147 of 164 Re: Veracruz SE AWD [showbizk] by posystm Nov 19, 2008 (12:51 pm)
Replying to: showbizk (Nov 06, 2008 6:54 am) Since the 2nd resurfacing of the rotors at around 15k, the pulsation has not returned (now at 23k), and no the pads were never replaced.   Even when driving with a light foot, I can't seem to get above 22 mpg (SE FWD). So now I live with 18-19 mpg and drive normally, especially since gas is now half price now
#148 of 164 Do most of you run regular or premium gas? by indysabre Nov 19, 2008 (8:24 pm)
Replying to: broadsword (Nov 10, 2008 6:41 pm) Do most of you run regular or premium gas?   Just got a new 2008 FWD limited. Manual says run at least 87 octane or use 91 octane for improved performance.   I had a 2003 Honda Accord that ran fine on regular but was known to get 10 more HP on premium. I ran regular for 60,000 miles with no trouble at all.   I think we are just going to run regular but wanted to check in for some additional info.   We appear to be getting about 15 in city driving now.   We will probably change to Synthetic 5-30 at the first or second oil change. In my other cars this seems to increase MPG by 3-6%. Replies to this message: acdii (Jan 09, 2009 7:46 am)
#149 of 164 Re: Do most of you run regular or premium gas? [indysabre] by acdii Jan 09, 2009 (7:46 am)
Replying to: indysabre (Nov 19, 2008 8:24 pm) The little known fact about the VC is it is designed to run on 87, but can adapt itself to run on 93, which means it can increase HP by retuning the EMC for the higher Octane, putting the engine on par with the one in the Lexus. Most cars cannot do that, they are designed to run on either 87 octane, or 91,2,3 octane. The technology is similar to flex fuel cars, they detect the type of fuel and setup the EMC accordingly. However, the VC is not a Flex fuel, do not run E85 in it or you will damage a lot of parts.   So far after 9200 miles and nearly a year of driving, I see ~18 daily mixed highway/city, and 24 highway. The Highway for me is your typical two lane 55MPH road with stop signs, which is why the mileage is low, but when I get on the tollway and can hold a steady 65MPH, I see it jump to 24 MPG. I am pleased with the MPG it gets, far better than the Exploder I had which got 13-17, never did I get above 18 in it, no matter how I drove it.
#150 of 164 city mileage by bouki1 Mar 20, 2009 (8:35 am)
I live in the bronx, and am usually in stop and go traffic, I love the car but the mileage is much worse then expected -- I am averaging around 12-13. Any thoughts on how I can improve?
#151 of 164 city mileage 2 by bouki1 Mar 20, 2009 (8:41 am)
I forgot to mention that I drive a 2008 V with FWD and I have 1268 miles on it so far, I bought it February 1st. Replies to this message: 1trulove (Mar 20, 2009 1:14 pm) steve_ (Mar 20, 2009 9:24 pm) acdii (May 06, 2009 9:11 am) and 3 more... pinevalleyite (May 06, 2009 8:39 am)
#152 of 164 Re: city mileage 2 [bouki1] by 1trulove Mar 20, 2009 (1:14 pm)
Replying to: bouki1 (Mar 20, 2009 8:41 am) While the VC is a comfort in the city (ride,room, weight, safety, etc), it does not get great mileage in city driving. The best advice I can offer is to go easy on the throttle - accelerate slowly and coast to stops as much as traffic will allow. It's the sudden acceleration that sucks fuel due to the cars weight. Also, increase tire pressure - I reccommed 36-38 psi cold (max for the Michelens is 44 psi, but that will give a harsh ride). This will help both the city and on highway mileage. Finally, if you do a lot of stop and go, that puts a lot of wear on an engine, try using synthethic oil after your 1st or 2nd regular oil change. Your can extend oil change intervals ( try 5 to 6,000mi ) with synthetic so the cost should break about even for better protection. Replies to this message: steve_ (Mar 20, 2009 9:24 pm) acdii (May 06, 2009 9:11 am) tidester (May 06, 2009 10:16 am) steve_ (May 06, 2009 9:07 pm) and 1 more... pinevalleyite (May 06, 2009 8:39 am)
#153 of 164 Re: city mileage 2 [1trulove] by steve_ HOST Mar 20, 2009 (9:24 pm)
Replying to: 1trulove (Mar 20, 2009 1:14 pm) We Test the Tips   We Test the Tips Part II Replies to this message: acdii (May 06, 2009 9:11 am) tidester (May 06, 2009 10:16 am) steve_ (May 06, 2009 9:07 pm) acdii (May 07, 2009 12:33 pm)
#154 of 164 Re: city mileage 2 [1trulove] by pinevalleyite May 06, 2009 (8:39 am)
Replying to: 1trulove (Mar 20, 2009 1:14 pm) Have my Veracruz for one week now. So far, on gauge it shows I'm getting an average of 16.4mpg mostly highway so far but still on my first tank of gas.

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