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Old 07-24-2006, 10:18 AM
VaBeachPrius VaBeachPrius is offline
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Real Name: Chris Brown
Location: Virginia Beach, VA
Hybrids: 2006 Toyota Prius
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Default Re: How accurate is the 1st tank mpg data?

Mr. Kite,


I included my first tank data even though there was a large difference between MFD (53.5) and hand calculated (45.5) mpg values. The dealer topped off the car before I took delivery and may not have filled it like I did after I drove my first tank; hence what I think accounts for the large difference in numbers above.

I am only on my second tank and things are much better so far. 65.8 mpg over 530 miles.

You should scrap the first tank values and start with tank #2 for the database as it would be an educated guess for your first tank based on your fill-up. You could use MFD data instead? There are many arguments for and against this.

Thanks,

Chris

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Thanks,

Chris





Best Tank: 84.63 mpg 1023.3 miles
Best Segment: 103.3 mpg for 62.4 miles (calculated)

5 tanks - 800+ miles
0 tank - 900+ miles
2 tanks - 1000+ miles
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