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Old 07-21-2006, 07:08 AM
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Default Re: Newbie needs suggestions to increase MPG

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Originally Posted by nitramjr
Just using random numbers here but a 10 mile trip that gets 30 mpg uses 1/3 gallon gas. A 12 mile trip that gets 36 mpg uses 1/3 gallon gas. Same amount of fuel burned on both trips but which is "better"? I'd take the one that puts fewer miles on the car.
I'd rather get 36mpg on the 10 mile trip.....was that an option?

Actually, I'd be happy with 30mpg....right now I'm pushing about 25.5 thanks to the Max AC.

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-Tim

2006 Mercury Mariner Hybrid AWD
Black with Pebble interior
Premium Package with Nav & Moonroof



Current ODO: 26,152
Typical Drive: 20 min crosstown in heavy traffic (3.5mi there and back twice a day)


532 Gallons of gas saved
That's 10,642 lbs less CO
2 emitted
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