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Shoot, I keep my rpms low all the time. I routinely beat every EPA estimate in the book that way.
As for lugging... well just listen to the engine. It'll let you know what it doesn't like. The car will start hopping forward and falling on its face.
You can run a low rpm just cruising, just remember to gear down before accelerating. High 30s seems to be the lower limit for sixth in mine.
I've noticed the BRZ clatteres like a diesel when I'm creeping through parking lots in second. I think that's just the direct injection kicking in though.
Really though, don't think about it too much. It'll let you know when you're doing it wrong, by hook or by crook. If the engine doesn't, the clutch will, lol. I think everyone remembers that smell from when they were young.
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