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Other Than "Little Old Ladies" Who Would Buy A Slushbox?

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Old 09-14-2008, 10:38 PM
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Originally Posted by prufrock
Can someone explain why most Fit owners seem to be getting 5-10 more MPG than the gov't estimates on this car? The discrepancy between what people say versus data compiled on Fuel Economy is huge. I guess when I pick up my Fit next week, I'll learn whether or not my slushbox exceeds gov't standards....
Check in with the fuel economy forums or go to Cleanmpg, but... In my car, I keep the tire pressure at 40psi or above, don't use the A/C except in the city (where it's just too damned hot!) and rarely drive any faster than 55mph. Slow starts and coasting to a stop really help, too. It's truly all in how you drive the car.

The EPA recently started using a new test procedure which actually lowered EPA guesstimates as to sticker fuel economy. Your mileage may vary, all rights reserved, not valid in AK, HI, or PR, must be 18 or older to participate, know when to quit, California emissions, only legal between consenting adults, must present valid ID, send five box tops plus $14.95 shipping and handling...
 
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