1000 miles clocked....

[Brandon80]

And im still only getting 26 mpg and under 300 miles per tank. I think my old cavalier got better gas mileage. Heres to hoping the engine breaks in soon and I see that 40 mark. This is mostly driving 5 over speed limit cruised controlled. and about 10 miles to work each way every day. non highway tho.

 

[Sonic]

Which engine? What type of gas are you using? 10 miles, but how many stop lights? Average speed during your commute?

 

[TravsSonic]

engine, transmission?

 

[RockTheShazbot]

engine, transmission?

Yes

 

[Brandon80]

1.8 automatic. Regular gas. 55 to 60 and only two lights. I dont know Ive heard the engines need to break in but im pretty disappointed.

 

[Sonic]

Isn't 40 mpg only on the 1.4 engine if I'm remembering the info correctly?

 

[Brandon80]

I can take a picture of my window sticker if you want....?

 

[Sonic]

And you will only see close to 40 mpg at sustained highway speed. Your short runs at 55-60 wont produce that number. If you look at some others mpg numbers, they are only seeing the high mpg at 70 mph and 2000 rpm. And even if you do pull 40 highway, remember your combined will only be low to mid 30's

 

[Brandon80]

id be happy with low to mid 30s lol but im seeing 26 consistently...Idk

 

[theenico]

The EPA ratings for the 1.8 auto Sonic are 25/35. Since your route is mostly city, I'd say the car is performing as designed.

 

[SRGilbert]

Yeah, I'm no expert, but I'm not sure where you get the 40mpg expectation for the configuration and type of driving you are doing.

Just for giggles, post that window sticker you speak of, it might be interesting.

 

[Sonic]

^ Agree. However, I would like you to take a picture of your window sticker like you said you would. If Chevy is slapping 40 mpg stickers on the 1.8, they might anger some people.

 

[jlslatton]

I do 80% of highway driving at around 70mph and I'm getting a consistent 32 mpg. 1.8L 5SPD. Over 2k miles on it now.

 

[theenico]

I'm pretty sure that window sticker will say 25 city and 35 highway.

 

[atvman29]

I do 80% of highway driving at around 70mph and I'm getting a consistent 32 mpg. 1.8L 5SPD. Over 2k miles on it now.

Almost exactly the same as you, however at 3000 miles, I am now getting a little over 33mpg. Its been going up 1mpg/1000 miles.

Also, this car is too damn smooth....got my first ever speeding ticket in 8 years of driving.

 

[Sonic]

And the winner of the "First ticket in his Sonic" award goes to.....

atvman29!!!!!!!!!

Sorry to hear that man, how fast were you going?

 

[piro216]

And the winner of the "First ticket in his Sonic" award goes to.....

atvman29!!!!!!!!!

Sorry to hear that man, how fast were you going?

Obviously... TOO FAST!

Although, I very agree with Sonic to hear about your ticket.

 

[atvman29]

lol, well I'm honored to accept the award.

Caught me doing 73 in a 55 (passing lane!!). Bumped it down to a 70mph for me and billed me $173 (swiped my credit card on the spot!). Ouch.

 

[TravsSonic]

lol, well I'm honored to accept the award.

Caught me doing 73 in a 55 (passing lane!!). Bumped it down to a 70mph for me and billed me $173 (swiped my credit card on the spot!). Ouch.

something about a cop with a credit card reader worries the **** out of me...

 

[Sonic Drivin']

I have a 1.8 auto sedan and has averaged 30 mpg over 3500 miles.

some hills, some highway, some "stop and go" traffic and lots of fun....


Doug