Bet: I'll get over 50 mpg. - Honda CRZ Forum: Honda CR-Z Hybrid Car Forums

oldchap14 · 11-01-2009, 01:46 PM

One of the great things about driving a hybrid is its ability to inspire a new approach to driving. Instead of a hot rod or even a "normal" manner of driving and encouraged by special hybrid instruments,, many drivers of hybrids have become "hyper-milers", adopting new driving skills that reward this style of driving with fantastic mpg, way beyond the sticker estimates.

Normally rated 20/26, my S2000 is now getting 25 ciy: 33 highway using hyper-miler techniqes. I expect 50 mpg + or better from my CR-Z.

crzeek · 11-01-2009, 06:33 PM

What kind of hyper miler techniques do you use?

I would love to see the CRZ at that 50 MPG range if I just have to change a few driving habits.

HondaFan · 11-01-2009, 10:28 PM

I'd prefer not to have to change my driving style to get better mileage. I'm in no way a bad driver or a heavy footed driver so the CRZ should come kicking 45mpg outta the gate without my driving changes.

GoHuskies · 11-02-2009, 11:29 AM

The best tool for MPG's will be an immediate addition of a Scangauge II!

Well worth the $$. Great for tracking exact expenses of driving style of fuel economy, planning more efficient routes, and finding ideal speeds for any given terrain.

Blake · 11-03-2009, 01:45 PM

I just want to drive rather than having to monitor and buy extra tools to get better MPG. That should be the car manufacturers job, not mine!

GoHybrid · 11-03-2009, 04:26 PM

It's really inspiring to see these kind of numbers oldchap14! I love that people are doing their own part to get better MPG and save on gas/the environment!!!

Paul · 11-04-2009, 01:34 PM

Come drive my cars so I get that type of mpg!

Running2Fast · 11-10-2009, 09:16 PM

What are we betting???

Blake · 11-17-2009, 02:19 PM

Gas money maybe haha

crz2luv · 11-23-2009, 12:52 PM

I would love to see MPG in the 50 range. The less time and money I have to spend at the gas pump the better.

11-01-2009, 01:46 PM	#1 (permalink)
oldchap14 Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Bishop, CA Posts: 133	Bet: I'll get over 50 mpg. One of the great things about driving a hybrid is its ability to inspire a new approach to driving. Instead of a hot rod or even a "normal" manner of driving and encouraged by special hybrid instruments,, many drivers of hybrids have become "hyper-milers", adopting new driving skills that reward this style of driving with fantastic mpg, way beyond the sticker estimates. Normally rated 20/26, my S2000 is now getting 25 ciy: 33 highway using hyper-miler techniqes. I expect 50 mpg + or better from my CR-Z.

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11-01-2009, 06:33 PM	#2 (permalink)
crzeek Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 73	What kind of hyper miler techniques do you use? I would love to see the CRZ at that 50 MPG range if I just have to change a few driving habits.

11-01-2009, 10:28 PM	#3 (permalink)
HondaFan Supporting Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 100	I'd prefer not to have to change my driving style to get better mileage. I'm in no way a bad driver or a heavy footed driver so the CRZ should come kicking 45mpg outta the gate without my driving changes.

11-03-2009, 01:45 PM	#5 (permalink)
Blake Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Seattle Posts: 37	I just want to drive rather than having to monitor and buy extra tools to get better MPG. That should be the car manufacturers job, not mine!

11-03-2009, 04:26 PM	#6 (permalink)
GoHybrid Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: NW USA Posts: 18	It's really inspiring to see these kind of numbers oldchap14! I love that people are doing their own part to get better MPG and save on gas/the environment!!!

11-04-2009, 01:34 PM	#7 (permalink)
Paul Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 25	Come drive my cars so I get that type of mpg!

11-10-2009, 09:16 PM	#8 (permalink)
Running2Fast Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Under a rock Posts: 83	What are we betting???

11-17-2009, 02:19 PM	#9 (permalink)
Blake Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Seattle Posts: 37	Gas money maybe haha

11-23-2009, 12:52 PM	#10 (permalink)
crz2luv Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA - travel lots Posts: 145	I would love to see MPG in the 50 range. The less time and money I have to spend at the gas pump the better.