Fuel Mileage 12v V6

[Todd Young <tyoung@wamnet.com>]

Just a little comparison data for all you 12v owners.

I've got a '93 90S (fwd only).

Particulars:
Weight: around 3000 lbs
5 speed manual
Quaker State semi-synthetic 10w30 engine oil
205/60R15 Dunlop D60A2 tires (stock wheels)
Original struts (I think)
almost 90K miles
Premium fuel (92 octane)

On my last trip from central Wisconsin, back to Minnapolis,
approximately 200 miles, plus 80 miles driving to and
from work, I managed to get 25.2 mpg. If I had filled
up right after the trip, the average would probably be
higher. This includes 60-85mph on the highway and
a high speed blast in town to lose 3 dorks in a rusted
out Chebby pickup. I figure highway mileage to be
right around 26mpg. If I kept it at 70mph or below,
would probably be 27mpg. We'll see if I can keep my
lead foot off the pedal for our trip to Ohio in a week.

For all you 100 and A6 owners, I believe your car is
a bit heavier, so your mileage may not be as good.
Around town I get 22-23mpg (I usually keep in the
2K - 3K range on the tach).

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