Poor gas mileage (2005 Honda Civic LX AT) ~25 MPG

SAC 441 wrote:
>
> Just a point of reference: I have a 2003 Honda Civic EX,and I routinely
> do 80mph on the interstate.I get 29mpg when going that fast.I tend to
> get better mileage when approaching lower speeds (like 55-60mph) when
> going on state roads with lower speed limits.I think this is a general
> observation in any engine no matter what year or engine in the
> vehicle.The faster you go,the more the fuel efficiency decreases.

34 MPG @ 80+MPH 1996 Civic DX Coupe w/ auto!


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Thanks. From what I read the EPA mileage is completely irrelevant. They
should provide real numbers based on real driving. Otherwise it
misleads customers.

You missed the whole point of the word "ESTIMATED".

es·ti·mate To calculate approximately
(the amount, extent, magnitude, position, or value of something).

It's a way for the consumer to relatively compare one car to the next,
regardless of the car's class. Now whether there should be a stronger
disclaimer, pointing out that EPA Estimate is just that, an ESTIMATE, is
debatable.

I have never seen any manufacturer claim that their car WILL get the MPG as
indicated by EPA Estimates.



Jerzy wrote:

> Thanks. From what I read the EPA mileage is completely irrelevant. They
> should provide real numbers based on real driving. Otherwise it
> misleads customers.

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TomP wrote:

> You missed the whole point of the word "ESTIMATED".
>
> es·ti·mate To calculate approximately
> (the amount, extent, magnitude, position, or value of something).
>
> It's a way for the consumer to relatively compare one car to the next,
> regardless of the car's class. Now whether there should be a stronger
> disclaimer, pointing out that EPA Estimate is just that, an ESTIMATE, is
> debatable.
>
> I have never seen any manufacturer claim that their car WILL get the MPG as
> indicated by EPA Estimates.
>
He also missed the points of excessive speed and the break-in period.

What's your definition of "excessive speed"?

I did some calculations using this method they came out to 30 mpg on
average.

And BTW. there is no break-in period for 2005 Civic according to a
mechanic from a Honda dealership where I bought the car.

Jerzy wrote:

> What's your definition of "excessive speed"?

The speed at which you claimed to drive, 80-90mph I believe it was? That is
excessive even for expressway driving. And yes, it does increase your fuel
consumption.

If it hasn't been mentioned, also check your tire pressures. And don't
resort to jackrabbit take-offs from a stop, if you tend to do that too.

Jerzy wrote:

> And BTW. there is no break-in period for 2005 Civic according to a
> mechanic from a Honda dealership where I bought the car.

ALL cars have a break-in period. That mechanic is full of ****.

On Mon, 29 Aug 2005 13:18:51 -0400, High Tech Misfit >
wrote:

>Jerzy wrote:
>
>> What's your definition of "excessive speed"?
>
>The speed at which you claimed to drive, 80-90mph I believe it was? That is
>excessive even for expressway driving. And yes, it does increase your fuel
>consumption.
>
>If it hasn't been mentioned, also check your tire pressures. And don't
>resort to jackrabbit take-offs from a stop, if you tend to do that too.

Something a lot of people never think of is the use of brakes. The
more you use your brakes, the lower your gas mileage will be. Brakes
burn off horsepower. The more horsepower that is burned off by the
brakes, the more that has to be made up by the engine. I watch people
every day screaming up to a stop light and slamming on the brakes.
Seems to be the norm now. Then they complain about poor mileage.