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Gas mileage observations

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by nctalkinghead, Aug 16, 2006.

  1. nctalkinghead

    nctalkinghead New Member

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    After changing to Goodyear Comfortreds about 45 days ago, I noticed that my MPG dropped about 2-3 mpg per tank of gas. Nothing dramatic since I've never been below 46 and 52 was the best tank numbers I have generated in my 15 months of ownership of an '05 package 5. Last week I noticed the tires looked under inflated. Sure enough each tire was down at least 5psi (I run 42-40 psi). After correcting inflation I drove 400 miles and the MFD shows 53.4 average MPG! Lesson learned: pay attention and pay le$$ at the pump!
     
  2. RichBoy

    RichBoy New Member

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    youre right, correct tire pressure is important if you want to get the best mpg.