I have seen 60 mpg (according to the computer) on a couple of occaisions in
my 2.4JTD SW (2004 multijet). Both were on about 30-40 mile runs at around
40-50mph (B road and some dual carraigeway). Admittedly, I was trying to
see how good I could get it (without switching the aircon off!). Actually
the computer recorded 59.9 both times - never seen it higher, not sure if
this is a limit of the computer?

Generally, I get around 50mpg, or 42 if i'm pushing it. If I just go out
for a real blast and come home again (ie no normal driving!) I get around
38mpg.

Regards,

Martin.

156 2.4 JTD SW Veloce (2004)




"Zathras" > wrote in message
...
> On Fri, 20 Aug 2004 09:36:17 +0100, "T." >
> wrote:
>
>>Laurence wrote:
>>
>>> Hello all,
>>>
>>> I know this is possibly the wrong place to ask, but I am considering
>>> getting an 01/02 Alfa 156 2.4 JTD. But am hearing mixed reports about
>>> the reliability of the car and how well it is put together. Now the
>>> question is are these concerns justified?
>>>
>>
>>I've said it before, and I'll say it again...
>>
>>Alfa's and Fiat's are cars that, generally speaking, are simply more
>>sensitive to poor maintenace. Maintain it properly and it'll be fine.
>>
>>Get the JTD. It's a brilliant car. Lots of pulling power (as in torque
>>) and about 60mpg if you try :-)
>
> ..NO WAY on a 2.4JTD!
>
> a/ Nobody has that kind of patience
> b/ Mid to upper 40s is a more achievable figure
>
> In over 3 years, my average is 41mpg. Even during the fuel crisis,
> when I used tremendous delicacy in driving, I never got particularly
> close to 50mpg. Some have..but 60 mpg..nope, sorry!
>
> --
> Z
> Scotland
> Alfa Romeo 156 2.4JTD Veloce Leather
> 'Oil' be seeing you..
> (Email without 'Alfa' in subject are auto-deleted..sorry!)