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madCRZ · 10-13-2011, 03:13 PM

So, I just got back from a three day business trip up to the Meadowlands area (Hasbrouck Heights, NJ). The trip one way was approx 140 miles from my house and I was shocked to get there and back on a 1/2 tank of gas. I was in normal mode and averaged 40.3 MPG's which, for me, is unheard of territory.

Additionally, I was shocked by how comfortable I was for the 2.5 hour drive. Not exactly cross country, but I typically get annoyed if I'm driving over 1.5 hours, this go round it seemed easy and I still can't get over how much room this car has.

Just figured I'd share as it was a complete suprise to me that this car would do so well.

ArtJDM · 10-13-2011, 03:43 PM

Well, yeah, it's much more comfortable when you drive with your pants off.

madCRZ · 10-13-2011, 04:32 PM

My windows are tinted 15% so I was full blown naked.

CR-Z Canadian · 10-13-2011, 05:52 PM

Willard · 10-13-2011, 06:03 PM

Nice! I average 40 in mixed 50/50 city/hwy. I would guesstimate its possible to hit 45+ MPG on the hwy alone.

CR-Z Canadian · 10-13-2011, 06:08 PM

Now that we are all respectably dressed again...

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Originally Posted by Willard

Nice! I average 40 in mixed 50/50 city/hwy. I would guesstimate its possible to hit 45+ MPG on the hwy alone.

CVT or 6MT?
I find my (CVT) mileage is actually much better in the city - getting the car up to highway (rural 2-lane, with the occasional traffic light or stop sign) speeds seems to drop my real world economy. Or does my hamster need to see the vet?

franck2725 · 10-13-2011, 06:18 PM

i agree with the car being comfortable and spacious,as far as the economy i satisfied with what i get i drive 115 to 125 klm/h and i get between 635 to 650 klm per tank from light to light(30L to 33L)+ my trunk is full of tools.

just love the car

Scotty001 · 10-13-2011, 07:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by madCRZ

My windows are tinted 15% so I was full blown naked.

Has hopefully invested in a set of seat covers.. - eh - and a good radar detector.

sleighman · 10-14-2011, 12:44 AM

I have driven mine from Tallahassee Florida to West Palm Beach. Its about a 6 hr drive and myself and the wife were very comfortable. If I remember right I averaged 36mpg that trip.

I just turned 18,000 miles in 10 months and I have a take home car at work.

mikev · 10-14-2011, 08:03 AM

I'll be heading 6.5 hours south this weekend, and I'm looking forward to the drive both ways, filling up only before leaving each end. 90% interstate driving... I usually get 40MPG for my normal driving... hoping to see a little more than that, but even if I don't, I'll be happy knowing that it's not the 20MPG I got with my Jeep on this trip earlier this year!

10-13-2011, 03:13 PM	#1 (permalink)
madCRZ Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Chester County, PA Posts: 64	Amazed So, I just got back from a three day business trip up to the Meadowlands area (Hasbrouck Heights, NJ). The trip one way was approx 140 miles from my house and I was shocked to get there and back on a 1/2 tank of gas. I was in normal mode and averaged 40.3 MPG's which, for me, is unheard of territory. Additionally, I was shocked by how comfortable I was for the 2.5 hour drive. Not exactly cross country, but I typically get annoyed if I'm driving over 1.5 hours, this go round it seemed easy and I still can't get over how much room this car has. Just figured I'd share as it was a complete suprise to me that this car would do so well.

10-13-2011, 05:52 PM	#4 (permalink)
CR-Z Canadian Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Posts: 1,330	__________________ YES, it's fast. And NO, you can't drive it!

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10-13-2011, 03:43 PM	#2 (permalink)
ArtJDM Supporting Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Tampa Bay Area, FL Posts: 1,621	Well, yeah, it's much more comfortable when you drive with your pants off.

10-13-2011, 04:32 PM	#3 (permalink)
madCRZ Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Chester County, PA Posts: 64	My windows are tinted 15% so I was full blown naked.

10-14-2011, 12:44 AM	#9 (permalink)
sleighman Supporting Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: North Florida Posts: 986	I have driven mine from Tallahassee Florida to West Palm Beach. Its about a 6 hr drive and myself and the wife were very comfortable. If I remember right I averaged 36mpg that trip. I just turned 18,000 miles in 10 months and I have a take home car at work.