It would be so nice if the ECO setting would be ON by default, I find it extremely annoying to check that it is ON and stays ON (the **** thing turns itself OFF often (not sure about this, but I have the feeling it happens not only when turning the temp to high or low). And because the button is not easily reachable it makes driving a bit unsafe. I once hit the fuel tank door button by mistake, too.
I think this is the dumbest thing about this car so far.
On top of everything I haven't noticed any effect on temperature after switching ECO OFF-at least when turning the temp up - I mean I would expect to see more heat.
In general (with ECO off or on) I am disappointed at the efficiency of the
climate heating system, my 7 old Honda Accord was warming up much quicker and would deliver more heat (I would have to turn the temperature down or my hands on the steering wheel would get too hot after 10-15 minutes). My commute is 15 minutes one way.
...Not to talk about fuel economy, while in the summer I would get 38 mpg, now I get 33 on the same route to work and driving like grandma. It seems unfair that EPA rating is 38-40 officialy, it should state that it applies to summer conditions.
I soon need to change the oil for the first time, I wonder what is best to use during winter, to possibly boost mpg. I heard about synthetic oil but have no idea if it's good or bad. Anyone?
Thanks!
