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Discussion in 'Gen 4 Prius Fuel Economy' started by Mark Woodard, Nov 3, 2020.

  1. Mark Woodard

    Mark Woodard New Member

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    Bought new 2020 XLE in Aug. Mileage has gone from mid 50s to mid 40s. Same settings and driving pattern. Any ideas?
     
    #1 Mark Woodard, Nov 3, 2020
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    Tideland Prius Moderator of the North
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    Outside temperature, tyre pressure (related to outside temperature), switch to winter blend fuel at your local gas station.
     
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    Tire inflation and/ or water in the gas. Use some dry gas for a cleaner burn
     
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  5. sam spade 2

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    Upon what do you base those numbers ?

    IF.....you are watching a long term average displayed by the car, it is just getting down to a realistic average.
     
    #5 sam spade 2, Nov 3, 2020
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