I want to know if the mileage will improve as the engine gets used to the driving habits and the road conditions? I dont know if this is the right question but wanted to clarify. Thanks.
2006-10-23 09:52:07 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
No the mileage improves on your driving and road condition. Mileage has got nothing to do with the engine getting old.
2006-10-23 09:56:50 · answer #1 · answered by dd 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Rob C has definitely done his homework! Do you sense the sarcasm? I'm laying it on pretty thick. The transmission on your Accord is 13 years old. It's going to start to have some issues. I'm sure you have over 200,000 miles or very close to it. That is a long way my friend. As far as the Civic Coupe goes...they are outstanding. However, if you have a family and are looking for some roominess, I'd go with the sedan. The coupe looks sportier and has a decklid spoiler that come with it and is $200 cheaper than the sedan. It also has some limited space in the backseat. Whatever you decide, Honda is a great brand. Their resale value it #1 in North America and they have been given the honor or being named the "greenest" car company in North America. All of their vehicles get at least 22 mpg. No other company in the world can say that! I'm completely sold on Hondas! I own 3 and am in the process of buying an S2000 for my wife!
2016-03-28 05:18:43 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is one of the reasons I will never own a new car. The Break in period of the motor on a new car will vary mileage wise with the car. To properly break in a motor take it out to a light traveled road (Not in a residential area. Industrial or commercial) and while traveling around 20 to 30 miles per hour Open the car up till you reach 50 to 55. Then take your foot off the gas and let it roll down to 30 or 20. What this does is help work in the oil and compression rings. Do this about 10 to 12 times. After that try not to drive the car at high speeds (60 MPH or higher) for long periods of time (Longer then 45 minutes) vary your speed from 45 to 60 for the first 3000 miles. What this will do is help work in and seals the valve guides and seats. After that you should be good to drive it for long periods of time. You should see you mileage get a lot better after this break in time.
2006-10-23 10:12:36 · answer #3 · answered by gearnofear 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am not sure about the new models, but sometimes the company sets the direct injection setting for more fuel consumption, so that its easy on the brand new engine & helps it to smoothen piston & sleeves. After clocking 2500 kms they change the setting for improving mileage, when you get the 1st or 2nd service done. Moreover, the mileage can be improved by using some engine lubicants like nulon. But sure you need to take advice of the car technician before using it.
2006-10-23 10:20:35 · answer #4 · answered by 10 points 4u 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In some cases it takes a couple thousand miles for various microscopic rough areas in the engine to wear smooth, which brings down friction and improves mileage.
2006-10-23 14:30:30 · answer #5 · answered by Mad Scientist Matt 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mileage gets a little better sometimes when oxygen sensors get old. They can cause the computer to make the car run leaner.
2006-10-23 10:16:30 · answer #6 · answered by Nomadd 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Generally no. The vehicle should give it's optimun mileage after break-in.
As it gets older (more miles) is gets a tad bit inefficient...in general.
If you repair and maintaim, the vehicle can perform as new, well into it's old age.
2006-10-23 10:01:15 · answer #7 · answered by Wil T 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
some engine's do have somwhat unperdictable gas milage during breakin. but that phase should end after about 3,000 miles.
2006-10-23 10:02:10 · answer #8 · answered by truckercub1275 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋