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Dadhawk · 02-03-2013, 05:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Gixxersixxerman

Automatic transmission... I'm running 2500 rpm at 75 mph

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Originally Posted by sho220

Wow...that's quit a difference...stoopid manual...

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Originally Posted by rice_classic

A/T is the secret IMHO. Both 5th and 6th gears are overdriven.

In my 6MT I can get 35+HWY but if I exceed 70mph my MPG drops back down to 30-31. I don't know if it's an aerodynamic brick wall of efficiency or the engine getting in to the torque-dip requiring more throttle input.

Also, for some reason I noticed (on a road trip) I can get better mpg maintaining 65mph with my right foot then I get with my cruise control. Never have I had this happen in any other car. Kind of bummed about that.

Definitely the AT is an advantage in this situation and why I'm glad I purchased since mine is a DD. Of course, it will still take me a long time to recoup the cost of the AT.

I did some shots on my Owner's Journal at different speeds under similar road conditions with my AT. You can see 'em here.

Skurj · 02-03-2013, 06:28 PM

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Originally Posted by rice_classic

A/T is the secret IMHO. Both 5th and 6th gears are overdriven.

I could never own a 4cyl AT... mush less an AT sports car..

I think from the hypermilers, cruise is bad for economy when you know what you are doing, though for most of us, its a way of holding us back and so it at least improves things relatively.

Ingen · 02-03-2013, 07:10 PM

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Originally Posted by SkitterSkotter

So because I drove a lot of miles on one tank does not mean I don't drive my car 'hard enough,' or in the mountains? What a pile of bullshit, don't tell me how and were to drive. For your information I've driven my car in all conditions, through the winter, and I've certainly enjoyed my share of dirt roads and canyons. Don't be ignorant.

Wow, talk about a ****.

You said averaged. I thought you meant overall, not that one trip.

The Jk stands for just kidding. Welcome to the Internet, lighten the fuck up.

RavenFR-S · 02-03-2013, 07:16 PM

I usually get about 380 a tank. 75% highway/25% city. Worst tank I have seen is 350. My best tank was over 420.

jshadeck · 02-03-2013, 07:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Dadhawk

I've seen folks claiming they are averaging under 20. Unless you are sitting completely still, or averaging a speed under 30, I just don't see how it's possible.

Ive noticed from some of my longer drives, i can drive 200 miles and avg about 35 (not driving 100% eco and i dont live in the flattest area) but if i run 10-20 miles flat out it cuts into the average fairly significantly...

If i wasnt worried about other cars/people and my license i could definitely average well under 20 on a highway drive, even more so with city added in.

v12 · 02-03-2013, 07:27 PM

Lets dont forget that frs fuel tank is 13.2 gallons 49.9L

EK_Golfer · 02-03-2013, 07:38 PM

333 miles on 11 gallons of fuel was the farthest I pushed. That's a little over 30 mpg for that fill up.

Sargy · 02-04-2013, 12:06 AM

408 Miles here

ravenblackfrs · 02-04-2013, 12:11 AM

340.... and that was consistent. I dont know how the hell yall are getting 408-420... and that was on a long stretch ATLANTA to MIAMI trip I did. Granted I had a couple extra hundred lbs in the car too.

City 293 consistent.

bestwheelbase · 02-04-2013, 12:27 AM

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Originally Posted by rice_classic

I noticed (on a road trip) I can get better mpg maintaining 65mph with my right foot then I get with my cruise control.

Did you, by chance, get a measurement of each? It is fairly common for a human to get better fuel economy than cruise (since you can anticipate hills/valleys, merging traffic, etc) but I am interested to see your numbers just for the sake of comparison.

Also, @Dadhawk Thanks for being so detailed in logging your fuel consumption and whatnot. It's really helpful.

beesmiff07 · 02-04-2013, 12:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Dadhawk

Maybe I'm not understanding your question, since that would vary with the price of gas. I almost always fill up either right before or right after the fuel light comes on and since 5/17/2012 over 41 tanks the average price has been $3.63 per gallon and $35.92 per tank with an average fillup of 9.9 gallons.

Honestly, this has exceeded all my expectations. I figured I'd be happy with mid 20's given the EPA numbers. Also, I don't drive with a light foot, never have, it's just not in my DNA. I'm always the first off the light, and the one trying to see just how fast I can take an off-ramp.

I've seen folks claiming they are averaging under 20. Unless you are sitting completely still, or averaging a speed under 30, I just don't see how it's possible.

Yea that answered it...thank you

jmaryt · 02-04-2013, 01:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Gixxersixxerman

Automatic transmission... I'm running 2500 rpm at 75 mph

different gearing makes a difference! engine's "loafing" at 2,500. cruising in drive. "stick" would probably add another 500 (r.p.m's) in 6th gear overdrive
am curious how much better mileage would be if you cruised at say 60,or 65.
maybe drop your revs down to 2,000 or so?

Itssrayyxd · 02-04-2013, 01:23 AM

How do you guys get such good mpg? I drive a manual frs and my average mpg on it says 20.5mpg

I've had it for 2.5 weeks now or so and I've even shifting at 2.5k every gear except first. I shift at 3.5-4k rpm from first to second. My car currently has 382 miles on it or so. Teach me your ways!

ravenblackfrs · 02-04-2013, 01:32 AM

shift all the way up to 6th every time... lol. Sounds crazy, but my A/T will go all the way to 6th even when I'm doing 35-40 mph.

02-04-2013, 12:06 AM	#36
Sargy Long Distance Driver Join Date: Aug 2012 Drives: 2013 Scion FR-S Location: Northern VA Posts: 779 Thanks: 565 Thanked 312 Times in 207 Posts Mentioned: 43 Post(s) Tagged: 3 Thread(s)	408 Miles here __________________ My TRD transformation build: http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=38648

02-04-2013, 12:11 AM	#37
ravenblackfrs Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Drives: 2013 Raven Black FRS Location: Atlanta, Ga Posts: 628 Thanks: 415 Thanked 120 Times in 98 Posts Mentioned: 4 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	340.... and that was consistent. I dont know how the hell yall are getting 408-420... and that was on a long stretch ATLANTA to MIAMI trip I did. Granted I had a couple extra hundred lbs in the car too. City 293 consistent. __________________ Raven FR-S, Magnaflow Axel Back Exhaust, Airaid Intake.... Pending Dynojet for performance gains... Big wish list... just need money to do it!

02-04-2013, 01:32 AM	#42
ravenblackfrs Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Drives: 2013 Raven Black FRS Location: Atlanta, Ga Posts: 628 Thanks: 415 Thanked 120 Times in 98 Posts Mentioned: 4 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	shift all the way up to 6th every time... lol. Sounds crazy, but my A/T will go all the way to 6th even when I'm doing 35-40 mph. __________________ Raven FR-S, Magnaflow Axel Back Exhaust, Airaid Intake.... Pending Dynojet for performance gains... Big wish list... just need money to do it!

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RavenFR-S Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Drives: FR-S Location: Louisiana Posts: 167 Thanks: 5 Thanked 32 Times in 25 Posts Mentioned: 5 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	I usually get about 380 a tank. 75% highway/25% city. Worst tank I have seen is 350. My best tank was over 420.

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v12 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Drives: none =[[ Location: illinois Posts: 222 Thanks: 31 Thanked 168 Times in 72 Posts Mentioned: 1 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Lets dont forget that frs fuel tank is 13.2 gallons 49.9L

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Itssrayyxd Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Drives: Scion frs. Location: Los Angeles Posts: 245 Thanks: 11 Thanked 55 Times in 37 Posts Mentioned: 2 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	How do you guys get such good mpg? I drive a manual frs and my average mpg on it says 20.5mpg I've had it for 2.5 weeks now or so and I've even shifting at 2.5k every gear except first. I shift at 3.5-4k rpm from first to second. My car currently has 382 miles on it or so. Teach me your ways!

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