fuel efficiency question

[VCAMILO]

I drive 3 miles each way and I average about 10-12 in city driving mode... 13-15 when Im on the highway. I have bigger tires and lift. I like to drive fast but have slowed down due to &#@*! cops!

[WormGod]

I drive 30 miles one way every day on rural-to-highway roadways (60 miles daily) and my results vary heavily. Take into consideration traffic, how heavy your foot is, and mods.

I span from 250-340 miles on a full tank and gas up once a week generally. IMO, I dont think the VX is the best commuter, so I am looking for as second car to hold that position. The VX will be a perfect weekend driver for me.

[MrCrowley]

The most signifigant mileage increase i noticed was running Amsoil synthetic lube in the differentials. AWD seems to get a better response from less driveline resistance. The Trooper got the same treatment, and didnt see the increase. It can run 2wd rear only unlike the VX.

[mudeater34]

We have driven from Colorado to IL and back, and to NJ, NY, MD and back. Best is 16, worst is 13. We have a gnarley rack on top that I am sure does not help. We have tried driving faster, slower, cruise, no crusie, and have not seen much change. We just broke 40K on the '00.

[Dare2Dream]

Chopper, how on earth you get such good mpg? I've never heard such good numbers, you are lucky!!

[MrCrowley]

i guess sea level air density trumps the other factors except lead foot!

[VehiGAZ]

Talk about timing - pick up the Feb issue of Car and Driver magazine for an editorial on how driving habits & style affect mileage. The context of the editorial is about hybrid vs. non-hybrid versions of the same model, but that doesn't matter.

PS - warmer weather makes for better mileage, as most of us must have noticed. I don't know whether it is the higher temperature of the air or the lower density the vehicle has to push through, but this rule has been constant on every car I have ever driven.