I've just got a mondeo that uses more petrol than my last car .....any pointers on fuel consumption would be most welcome
2007-02-23 21:49:34 · 8 answers · asked by Ian L 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Usually the best MPG is when the car is in top gear and at a low RPM level. I would guess about 45-50 MPH. Also, check the air in the tires and if you don't need it, turn off the A/C. Anything you can do to make the car run easier with less drag will help. Even down to waxing the car for less wind resistance. Driving habits also are a big factor in gas mileage either good or bad.
2007-02-23 21:58:41 · answer #1 · answered by Fordman 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The best gas milege is obtained when an engine is running at its maximun power band, that is if an engine is making x amount of torque at a certain rpm then that would be the best. The speed of the car is determined by the gears and of course there is what is called cruising speed where all comes toghether and you get the best mpg, but then again here it may not be the legal speed limit so just do your best and have it tune up for best perfomance. Also remember that Diesel fuel today is different because of emissions control we are getting less mpg.
2007-02-24 00:56:50 · answer #2 · answered by JC 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-17 08:49:01 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Look up the engine specs for torque, it will probably say something like 89 Nm at 2200rpm. The most economical speed is in top gear at or just above the rpm for max torque
2007-02-24 20:24:15 · answer #4 · answered by The original Peter G 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As above but 50 - 60 might be better, the point is not to let the car labour through going too slow while not going faster than you need to keep smooth. also any extra weight like tool boxes, luggage , passengers etc will increase the cost, so only take what is necessary.
2007-02-23 23:13:56 · answer #5 · answered by Hammer&Drill 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Approx 54 MPH
2007-02-24 11:02:25 · answer #6 · answered by DIAMOND_GEEZER_56 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best milage is at 57 mph in top gear with your tyres at the correct pressure.
2007-02-24 06:21:57 · answer #7 · answered by Mick 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
about 56mph in 5th gear.. thats why the plods travel at 60 down the motorway. to save fuel
2007-02-23 23:58:01 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋