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Dadhawk 02-03-2013 05:28 PM
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Originally Posted by Gixxersixxerman (Post 708774)
Automatic transmission... I'm running 2500 rpm at 75 mph :)
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Originally Posted by sho220 (Post 708815)
Wow...that's quit a difference...stoopid manual...:D
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Originally Posted by rice_classic (Post 708982)
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 (Post 708982)
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 (Post 708547)
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 (Post 709005)

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 (Post 708982)
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 (Post 709005)
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 (Post 708774)
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.


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