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Just wanted to share my observations from a trip from SF to South Lake Tahoe over the weekend. Had a great time with my wife visiting a friend who lives in Tahoe. Went boating, fishing, etc. On the way back I decided to do a little experiment. Once I hit the freeway I usually drive 80 MPH and average around 18-20 MPG, but on the way back from Tahoe I diceded to try to keep MO at 65 MPH and see what happens.
Well -- other than a climb over the summit, I utilized my cruise control for at least 90% of driving. What do you know --> it performed like a champ.
Average MPG ranged from 24.4 to 24.9. I pumped gas in SF and after driving ~ 442 mi I still have a little less than 1/4 of a tank left with an estimated 40 miles to empty.
I never thought that 20/25 MPG estimated by Nissan is reachable, but I guess I am wrong.
What has your experience been with MO's fuel economy on long trips?
Well -- other than a climb over the summit, I utilized my cruise control for at least 90% of driving. What do you know --> it performed like a champ.
Average MPG ranged from 24.4 to 24.9. I pumped gas in SF and after driving ~ 442 mi I still have a little less than 1/4 of a tank left with an estimated 40 miles to empty.
I never thought that 20/25 MPG estimated by Nissan is reachable, but I guess I am wrong.
What has your experience been with MO's fuel economy on long trips?