Thanks Wayne for the nudge and the info. I will update the data right now.

I am being advised to be more aggressive (ie. less EV, less slow starts) but living here in hilly country I previously found it to be an MPG killer. But that said I will try again and report back. I agree that the 4WD (I do have) is not really that big a factor unless I am in deep sand. I do think I can get this car closer to 40 MPG once weather conditions and my own experience gets better.

Mike

Mike Maline - Sdctcher
2005 Ford Escape Hybrid Owner
California School Teacher