Help! I'm only getting 320 miles a tank! - Page 2 - Toyota Yaris Forums

auxmike · 08-10-2011, 06:33 PM

I get about 320/tank too with the auto.
Finding it hard to believe 500/tank is possible though...

hitmoninfinity · 08-11-2011, 01:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by malibuguy

i usually get just over 500 a tank...low 400s when i beat the hell out of the car, like the last tank (42.5mpg)

Yeah... can I get some pointers?

SpaceShot · 08-11-2011, 10:48 AM

hitmoninfinity: First thing is to double check the tire pressure on the new wheels and make sure that it is at least 32psi.
If you feel comfortable with it, set it somewhere between 32psi, and the max sidewall number on the new tires.

Consider getting a Scan Gauge or Econmeter. These devices give you an instant MPG readout, and help you learn where backing off just 1 or 2 clicks on the gas pedal pays off along your route.

Carefully look along your route. Are there places where you could go a few streets over and come to a stop light instead of a stop sign? (and get the green at least some of the time) Is there a local 2 lane highway parallel to the freeway for part of your trip? (easier to maintain a 55 Mph speed) Are there some good hills where you can let up on the gas a bit and still hold a reasonable speed?

Know that the length of your daily drive makes a difference too. If you are only going 5 to 10 miles to get to work, the engine hasn't been at full operating temp for that long.

After a year of practice, I raised my Mpg from 38 to 44. But my commute is 60 miles, and all highway or country roads. By using an Easy Pass at the toll, I have 6 or less stop lights or stop signs to go through during a 70 minute drive.

Roar · 09-05-2011, 05:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by thebarber

330miles is about right for in-city driving and not caring about economy so much

if you want 40mpg, you have to drive like a pussy

Heehee. I am currently getting 38 mpg on my last two tanks. Not sure if I started driving like a pussy suddenly, or it is the temperature change.

Kittah Pantz · 09-21-2011, 03:02 PM

The only times that I have gotten 40mpg + was when I was driving on the PA turnpike going back from Pittsburgh and where I live in Maryland. At most it was 42mpg for the 289mile trip. I was also speeding so I have no idea how I was getting that great mileage.

MadMax · 09-21-2011, 03:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brg88tx

op, check the od (outside diameter) of your new tires and compare it to the od of the stock tires, 185/60r15. if your new od is larger it will show fewer miles than actual. the % difference can be found with online tire calculators.

Better to just get a GPS and compare its readout with what your speedo is showing...

ROCKLAND TOYOTA · 09-21-2011, 03:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by malibuguy

i usually get just over 500 a tank...low 400s when i beat the hell out of the car, like the last tank (42.5mpg)

with my mods im lucky to get 30 mpg beating on car....

Connoisseur_of_fine_cars · 09-21-2011, 04:12 PM

Something else to consider:

wind speed and direction
change in elevation

Altitude · 09-21-2011, 04:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Connoisseur_of_fine_cars

Something else to consider:

wind speed and direction
change in elevation

Exactly. And based on the numbers some people post, they must always have a tailwind.

krolos · 10-01-2011, 09:31 PM

Ya I get about average , 32-34 in town upper thirties highway
I drive fairly normal, dont go out my to get better mpg it is what it is,
I would not read to much into these folks who claim they get these
Prius like mpg in their Yaris, I think for the most part it is a bunch of Bull sh*t.

bzinn 1 · 10-30-2011, 12:34 AM

I am pretty happy getting 320 mpg on a tank,once the last bar starts to blink I fuel up usually about 9 gallons....which is like 35mpg.I have a lot of mixed driving freeways with traffic,hills,intown stoplights,stereo bumping,heater or AC on.

How these guys get 400+ a tank is baffling to me,I don't think I could enjoy it at all.

ArmyYaris · 10-30-2011, 12:53 AM

i proudly get like 32 mpg...What now bitches

Klink10 · 10-30-2011, 09:47 AM

Used to, not anymore. Very happy with 320-330 on the tank for around town driving.

BIGTAZ351 · 10-30-2011, 01:25 PM

I figure on 9 gallons as a good time to refill (About 2 bars left on the gauge, third just went out.) I run a scan gauge, and 100% stock. The auto runs 330 for 9-9.2 gallons 36-36.5 range... but I just put General Altimax Arctic's (185/70/14) on for the winter which are 2% bigger but with the soft compound and extra traction I've lost almost 10% of my mpgs, (300 per 9 gal. tank) I'm not complaining I am still happy with 33 with those new tires, I have not had them in snow but wet braking is MUCH better than the Eagle LS's....
BTW I drive at 5 mph over posted in daylight and -5 at night, I have a 100 round trip commute 30 miles is rural 2 lane (with 10 stop signs/turns round trip) and 70 miles of 70MPH Interstate.

caineroad · 11-30-2011, 12:56 AM

does cleaning the EFI system help the mileage? my car has been getting 290 miles in-cty driving before the last fuel light flashes. i dont speed or accelerate fast, but it's 2006 so is there anything to do to improve the fuel economy?

08-10-2011, 06:33 PM	#19
auxmike Drives: 2008 HB, A/T, Power W/L/M Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: LI, New Yawk Posts: 2,063	I get about 320/tank too with the auto. Finding it hard to believe 500/tank is possible though... __________________ Never take eyes off opponent - Bruce Lee

09-21-2011, 04:12 PM	#26
Connoisseur_of_fine_cars Oh what a feeling Drives: Yaris Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Texas Posts: 56	Something else to consider: wind speed and direction change in elevation Last edited by Connoisseur_of_fine_cars; 09-21-2011 at 04:25 PM.

10-30-2011, 12:53 AM	#30
ArmyYaris View User's Garage Drives: Blazin' Blue 2007 Yaris LB Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Fort Campbell, KY Posts: 110	i proudly get like 32 mpg...What now bitches __________________ Progress Thread - http://www.yarisworld.com/forums/sho...217#post612217

10-30-2011, 01:25 PM	#32
BIGTAZ351 147K-Blue / 24K-Yellow View User's Garage Drives: 2010 Ylw 3dr. AT(Blue-Wife's) Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: North Branch, MN Posts: 77	I figure on 9 gallons as a good time to refill (About 2 bars left on the gauge, third just went out.) I run a scan gauge, and 100% stock. The auto runs 330 for 9-9.2 gallons 36-36.5 range... but I just put General Altimax Arctic's (185/70/14) on for the winter which are 2% bigger but with the soft compound and extra traction I've lost almost 10% of my mpgs, (300 per 9 gal. tank) I'm not complaining I am still happy with 33 with those new tires, I have not had them in snow but wet braking is MUCH better than the Eagle LS's.... BTW I drive at 5 mph over posted in daylight and -5 at night, I have a 100 round trip commute 30 miles is rural 2 lane (with 10 stop signs/turns round trip) and 70 miles of 70MPH Interstate. __________________ All Weather Package, Power Package, Cruise, WeatherTech Floor Mats. Altimax Arctic Winter Tires. Repair List: 1 new blower motor, making funny noise. @ 91K (Water pump @ 120K) Mod List: 1. Black tape on most of the annoying blue high beam light behind the lens. (thank you CTScott)

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08-11-2011, 10:48 AM	#21
SpaceShot Drives: 2008 Yaris 5 speed HB Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: NH Posts: 171	hitmoninfinity: First thing is to double check the tire pressure on the new wheels and make sure that it is at least 32psi. If you feel comfortable with it, set it somewhere between 32psi, and the max sidewall number on the new tires. Consider getting a Scan Gauge or Econmeter. These devices give you an instant MPG readout, and help you learn where backing off just 1 or 2 clicks on the gas pedal pays off along your route. Carefully look along your route. Are there places where you could go a few streets over and come to a stop light instead of a stop sign? (and get the green at least some of the time) Is there a local 2 lane highway parallel to the freeway for part of your trip? (easier to maintain a 55 Mph speed) Are there some good hills where you can let up on the gas a bit and still hold a reasonable speed? Know that the length of your daily drive makes a difference too. If you are only going 5 to 10 miles to get to work, the engine hasn't been at full operating temp for that long. After a year of practice, I raised my Mpg from 38 to 44. But my commute is 60 miles, and all highway or country roads. By using an Easy Pass at the toll, I have 6 or less stop lights or stop signs to go through during a 70 minute drive.

09-21-2011, 03:02 PM	#23
Kittah Pantz Drives: 08 Yaris LB Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Aberdeen, MD Posts: 2	The only times that I have gotten 40mpg + was when I was driving on the PA turnpike going back from Pittsburgh and where I live in Maryland. At most it was 42mpg for the 289mile trip. I was also speeding so I have no idea how I was getting that great mileage.

10-01-2011, 09:31 PM	#28
krolos Drives: 2008 yaris sedan Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: wa state Posts: 90	Ya I get about average , 32-34 in town upper thirties highway I drive fairly normal, dont go out my to get better mpg it is what it is, I would not read to much into these folks who claim they get these Prius like mpg in their Yaris, I think for the most part it is a bunch of Bull sh*t.

10-30-2011, 12:34 AM	#29
bzinn 1 Drives: 2008 Yaris HB Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: University Place,WA Posts: 828	I am pretty happy getting 320 mpg on a tank,once the last bar starts to blink I fuel up usually about 9 gallons....which is like 35mpg.I have a lot of mixed driving freeways with traffic,hills,intown stoplights,stereo bumping,heater or AC on. How these guys get 400+ a tank is baffling to me,I don't think I could enjoy it at all.

10-30-2011, 09:47 AM	#31
Klink10 View User's Garage Drives: 2007 Yaris Liftback Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: 910 Posts: 1,229	Used to, not anymore. Very happy with 320-330 on the tank for around town driving.

11-30-2011, 12:56 AM	#33
caineroad Drives: 06 Yaris HB CE Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Toronto Posts: 501	does cleaning the EFI system help the mileage? my car has been getting 290 miles in-cty driving before the last fuel light flashes. i dont speed or accelerate fast, but it's 2006 so is there anything to do to improve the fuel economy?