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#70 of 164 "Real World Gas Mileage" by jmaulsby Nov 29, 2007 (11:53 am)
Unless calculating MPG by hand (total miles divided by total gallons), I have discovered that the trip computer is not close enough to quote "real world MPG." I have calculated at least 12 tanks of fuel and the computer is off by as little as 0.5 mph to as much as 4 mpg.
#71 of 164 Re: VC MPG [dvinay12] by jason330i Nov 30, 2007 (11:04 am)
Replying to: dvinay12 (Nov 28, 2007 1:13 pm) sounds like he had a faulty fuel pump that was effecting his gas mileage. after it was fixed, his mileage improved.   i don't think its any type of upgrade.
#72 of 164 Veracruz vs. Pilot MPG by zarba Dec 07, 2007 (9:53 am)
I've been thinking about a Veracruz, but we went with the Pilot for my wife.   I wanted to post to this forum to let you have something to compare to.   We have an '07 Pilot EX-L AWD. Most driving is mixed city/hwy. We average about 16-17 MPG, and about 20 on the highway.   What I've found is that tire pressure has a HUGE impact on the Pilot's MPG. When my wife complained that her mileage had dropped, I checked the tires and found that they were at about 30 PSI. Putting them back to 38 PSI made a big difference (about 2 MPG) in mileage and handling.   "Handling" is subjective. The Pilot is undertired with 235/70/16 Goodyears Integrity's (CRAP Tires), It really needs 17 or 18 inch wheels with 60 or 55 series tires, as the 70 series OE's are not nearly aggressive enough. You can feel the tires rolling under around corners.   From what I see, the Veracruz is averaging much better mileage than the Pilot. Replies to this message: craigmri (Dec 07, 2007 4:16 pm)
#73 of 164 Re: Veracruz vs. Pilot MPG [zarba] by craigmri Dec 07, 2007 (4:16 pm)
Replying to: zarba (Dec 07, 2007 9:53 am) Zarba,   Thank you for sharing your experiences with us about your Pilot. While I haven't owned a Honda, I have a huge interest in them for obvious reasons(quality, resale etc..) I really wanted a Ridgeline when they first came out but could never get the wife on board.   I agree your Pilot needs 18's and some good rubber. I bet it will transform it into something sweet.   Craig '08 Veracruz Limited
#74 of 164 6 months, 5300 miles by carbuyer11 Dec 09, 2007 (7:48 pm)
Gas mileage is probably the most disappointing feature on our Veracruz. After 5300 miles, we are averaging only 17.6 MPG and have surpassed 20 MPG only twice (and barely- 20.3 and 20.0). Our low MPG has been 15.7. All mileage figures calculated by hand, not by the on-board trip computer. We've spent app. $750 on fuel during our 6 months of ownership. Admittedly, we haven't done a lot of extended trips so far so our driving is probably 70/30 in favor of city driving. I plan on changing to synthetic oil to see if there is any improvement. Replies to this message: rmhockman (Dec 12, 2007 7:15 am)
#75 of 164 response to "carbuyer11" by 1trulove Dec 10, 2007 (7:01 am)
Sorry to hear about your mileage, but I suspect that the 75% city driving is the main cause. The VC is slow off the line causing most drivers to use a heavy foot in normal traffic. It really comes into it's own on the highway. Also try increasing tire pressure to about 35 psi, as well as synthetic oil. The next steps could include after market air filter and when the time comes, synthetic transmission fluid.
#76 of 164 Re: 6 months, 5300 miles [carbuyer11] by rmhockman Dec 12, 2007 (7:15 am)
Replying to: carbuyer11 (Dec 09, 2007 7:48 pm) Regarding gas mileage, I have had my AWD Veracruz SE for approximately 6 months, and with over 9000 miles on the odometer I have experienced reasonably good fuel economy in the 20 to 22 mpg range for varied driving, however it improves dramatically to about 26 or so on the interstate during steady highway driving.   This is a well built 4400+ pound vehicle which I believe delivers good fuel economy for it's size.   Pay particular attention to your tire pressures as they have a big influence on gas mileage. I have a tendancy to sometimes disregard factory recommended settings when they are only 30 psi and keep mine inflated to about 35 psi all around.
#77 of 164 TRIP by crains Dec 17, 2007 (9:16 am)
Just bought an 08 Limited FWD a week ago. I noticed my MPG improved shockingly once I reset the TRIP. Can someone tell me how often it should be reset for the best/most accurate MPG? I mostly am carting the kids around town, but would like to squeeze the most out of that tank of gas. Replies to this message: rmhockman (Dec 17, 2007 9:39 am) crains (Dec 17, 2007 1:39 pm)
#78 of 164 Re: TRIP [crains] by rmhockman Dec 17, 2007 (9:39 am)
Replying to: crains (Dec 17, 2007 9:16 am) Your trip mileage has no bearing on your fuel economy, it merely displays your driving averages since it's last reset.   I typically reset mine upon refilling the gas tank but it can be reset at any time, usually prior to a longer trip or just to view your averages during a steady interstate drive.   R M Hockman k3lixrmhyahoo.com Replies to this message: crains (Dec 17, 2007 1:39 pm)
#79 of 164 Re: TRIP [rmhockman] by crains Dec 17, 2007 (1:39 pm)
Replying to: rmhockman (Dec 17, 2007 9:39 am) I'm using "TRIP" as a general reference to the button I press to cycle through the various averages, etc.

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