MPG

[vibrtor]

Hey Gang,For those of you complaining of lousy gas mileage, try a couple things:1. Lose the lead foot. I realize the Vibe is hurting in the hp dept, but save it for when you really need it - like getting onto the interstate. 2. Use synthetic oil, even if it's WalMart's brand. It makes a difference. We just had a hot summer here (FL) and I consistently got 29 mpg locally and 34-36 hwy. Oil and filter change every 7500 miles.3. I'm not convinced the brand of gas makes much difference, unless it's Sunoco (I'd sooner pee in my tank), but I generally use Citgo or BP, (I am price-driven).4. Wash your car - it'll go faster.

[vibrtor]

One more thing: Keep the tires at 32 psi or better although more than 32 can make for a rough ride. Low tire pressure will really suck up mileage.

[keithvibe]

don't forget your go-go gadget trench coat to go with that highly enlightening two cents LOL Just busting on ya.... Way to point out the obvious it's nothing that we haven't talked about before:http://forums.genvibe.com/zerothread?id ... d?id=29947

[VivaVibe]

Quote, originally posted by vibrtor »We just had a hot summer here (FL) and I consistently got 29 mpg locally and 34-36 hwy. Oil and filter change every 7500 miles.So, what are you doing wrong? Perhaps you have a lead foot? I too am in FL and average 30 in the city and 36-40 highway. Your numbers are about average though.

[drunkenmaxx]

Quote, originally posted by vibrtor »We just had a hot summer here (FL) and I consistently got 29 mpg locally and 34-36 hwy. what's the biggie? i have 1.7 liters more engine than you and get the same numbers in the summer.also, you get better mileage when it's hot outside.

[coldmm803]

Quote, originally posted by vibrtor » 29 mpg locally and 34-36 hwy.must be nice, i filled up the other day and got 21mpg. gotta love city driving, my commute from home to school is 4.5 miles taking 10-15minutes and involves 12-15 stop lights (not sure how many i've not counted). i'm switching to synthetic tomorrow

[Raven]

I average 38 mpg (Canadian gallon). Mostly highway and some dirt and back roads. I keep the Nittos at 38psi., synthetic oil.

[vibrtor]

29 vs 30 locally is inconsequential. How you get 40 hwy piques my curiosity. The engine revs too high at 75mph. (If you go much slower than that, you're a roadkill here). I wish they'd put a 5 speed auto in the car. We'd all be getting 40+. I imagine if I replaced the $%&!* OEM Goodyear tires I'd get better mileage too. I know the handling would improve.