MPG with Air conditioning

Discussion in 'Gen III 2010+ Prius Main Forum' started by mollyandstar, Jul 30, 2009.

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    mollyandstar New Member

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    Hello - I was wondering if anyone has noticed their MPG going down running the AC? :p
    mollyandstar, Jul 30, 2009
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    DeanFL 2010 owner - 1st Prius

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    Well, I'm in Florida and it's summer, so never really had the A/C off. But have a V with 1,700 miles and with a 48mpg over that time. I'm happy, and would expect a 3-5% improvement without A/C powered.
    DeanFL, Jul 30, 2009
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    32kcolors New Member

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    Not if your other option is increased drag from rolled down windows, unless you enjoy getting fried inside the car.
    32kcolors, Jul 30, 2009
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