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Hershey · 09-07-2013, 08:40 PM

Was at 45.4

. Now 44.3

. Probably won't be able to keep it above 44 . Will be 3 people and lots of groceries . Supposed to be cooler and windier along with 2 very steep hills to deal with

.

nookandcrannycar · 09-08-2013, 03:08 AM

^^^^^ yeah, wind definitely can be a contributing factor re reduced MPG. My worst tanks, MPG wise, have usually included the highest MPH limit stretches of I-10 in Texas (going to and coming from California) while 'fighting' heavy crosswinds along those stretches.

Hershey · 09-08-2013, 02:04 PM

These cars amaze with the gas mileage they can produce with an automatic . Wonder if a CVT would boost it . The car has / had its faults , but still enjoy it .

Hershey · 09-08-2013, 11:22 PM

Went as thought . Still pleased considering the conditions . 382 mis. / 8.76 gals. = 43.6 m.p.g..

dj92 · 09-10-2013, 07:56 AM

Doesn't the Yaris itself display the MPG? Or is it inaccurate?
Mine (with VFD instrument) shows reasonable values for l/100km...

Hershey · 09-10-2013, 11:38 AM

^ No . I think the 12 and '13 do . Those are not as accurate . The Eco-Meter can be tuned to be closer to the calculated F.E.. A shame that doesn't apply to the newer vehicles .

NEexpat · 09-10-2013, 02:20 PM

Hershey, you definitely seem to be in a mpg zone.

Tell me, how much has the EcoMeter affected your driving style? I mean seeing that LED Gauge go from green to red etc. I've been thinking of getting one and splitting my OBD signal between it and my UltraGauge. Do you think you could match/mantain your current mpg profile without it?

Will be heading out to OH again shortly where I expect my mileage to climb back up to the mid 40's +/-.

Cheers.

Hershey · 09-10-2013, 02:44 PM

Yes it makes us more aware thanks to those bars . Did have some help from a '07 Prius we had . Well worth the $60 paid to JC Whitney . Had free S/H . Very easy to tune in to your calculated gas mileage . The Scangauge can be found at some A.A.P. stores . May be able to check their inventory at the site or call local stores .

2007yariz · 09-26-2013, 11:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Hershey

Thanks . Now to get the FIT to catch up .

I don't think the Honda Fit can get close to 40 MPG. The Yaris is more aerodynamic in the front than the Fit.

I constantly get 42 MPG in my sedan. A few days ago, I spent 20 mins looking for a parking spot on campus, and tonight there was a concert going on on my campus, so I was in stop and go traffic for about 15 mins. I just fueled up my yaris on my way home, and i got 41 MPG!!! I still can't believe i got 40+ mpg while idling that long. Plus most of my trips are in town driving, and about 20% highway.

MyzticZ3r0 · 09-27-2013, 08:39 AM

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Originally Posted by 2007yariz

I don't think the Honda Fit can get close to 40 MPG. The Yaris is more aerodynamic in the front than the Fit.

I constantly get 42 MPG in my sedan. A few days ago, I spent 20 mins looking for a parking spot on campus, and tonight there was a concert going on on my campus, so I was in stop and go traffic for about 15 mins. I just fueled up my yaris on my way home, and i got 41 MPG!!! I still can't believe i got 40+ mpg while idling that long. Plus most of my trips are in town driving, and about 20% highway.

Woah, I haven't been able to get 40+ unless I drive to Cali. My average mpg for my 07 automatic is 32mpg city driving. :(

2007yariz · 09-27-2013, 04:04 PM

How you accelerate from lights makes a big difference too. Try to accelerate gradually. (stay below 3K RPM)

If I see the coming traffic light is red, I will slow down and coast to save gas, because sometimes I can avoid starting from a dead stop (0 mph). Saves on brake pads wear too.

The highway speed limit here are 55 MPH, so most of the times, I go 62 MPH to save gas.

That's my driving style in my yaris. Good luck!

Hershey · 09-27-2013, 09:22 PM

Can pulse and glide in the city as well . I'll usually let car glide to redlights and stop signs . Sometimes not a good idea with a lead foot behind you .

MyzticZ3r0 · 09-28-2013, 07:17 AM

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Originally Posted by 2007yariz

How you accelerate from lights makes a big difference too. Try to accelerate gradually. (stay below 3K RPM)

If I see the coming traffic light is red, I will slow down and coast to save gas, because sometimes I can avoid starting from a dead stop (0 mph). Saves on brake pads wear too.

The highway speed limit here are 55 MPH, so most of the times, I go 62 MPH to save gas.

That's my driving style in my yaris. Good luck!

I guess I need to invest into a tach :3. The highway speed limit is 55 MPH as well, I'll try. I usually go ~70 :x. Thank you for the tips.

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Originally Posted by Hershey

Can pulse and glide in the city as well . I'll usually let car glide to redlights and stop signs . Sometimes not a good idea with a lead foot behind you .

I hear that.. lead foot heavy. Thanks for the tips!

roxy1 · 09-28-2013, 05:23 PM

bought my 2014 manual last Saturday. I calculated the first tank at 46.3 mpg (mostly highway from the trip home from Indy). the car calculated it at 46.6, so that is very close.

nookandcrannycar · 09-28-2013, 08:01 PM

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Originally Posted by roxy1

bought my 2014 manual last Saturday. I calculated the first tank at 46.3 mpg (mostly highway from the trip home from Indy). the car calculated it at 46.6, so that is very close.

Congratulations! Was it assembled in Japan or France?

roxy1 · 09-28-2013, 08:36 PM

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Originally Posted by nookandcrannycar

Congratulations! Was it assembled in Japan or France?

I actually have no idea. the number inside the door starts with a J.

nookandcrannycar · 09-28-2013, 09:04 PM

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Originally Posted by roxy1

I actually have no idea. the number inside the door starts with a J.

Thanks! IIRC (from previous threads) the number on the 'inside the door plate' starting with a J indicates that it was assembled in Japan.

roxy1 · 10-04-2013, 07:09 PM

382 mile trip today to grand rapids and back home. 8.51 gallons use. 44.9 mpg's. the cars computer had it at 44.4, so pretty accurate. most of the trip was 55-70 mph(60%) with some 75-80 mph(20%) and local stop and go (10%).

09-07-2013, 08:40 PM	#19
Hershey Drives: 08 Yaris sedan auto / Fit auto Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: northeast Posts: 2,897	Was at 45.4 . Now 44.3 . Probably won't be able to keep it above 44 . Will be 3 people and lots of groceries . Supposed to be cooler and windier along with 2 very steep hills to deal with . Attached Images

09-08-2013, 11:22 PM	#22
Hershey Drives: 08 Yaris sedan auto / Fit auto Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: northeast Posts: 2,897	Went as thought . Still pleased considering the conditions . 382 mis. / 8.76 gals. = 43.6 m.p.g.. Attached Images Last edited by Hershey; 09-09-2013 at 12:25 PM.

09-10-2013, 02:44 PM	#26
Hershey Drives: 08 Yaris sedan auto / Fit auto Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: northeast Posts: 2,897	Yes it makes us more aware thanks to those bars . Did have some help from a '07 Prius we had . Well worth the $60 paid to JC Whitney . Had free S/H . Very easy to tune in to your calculated gas mileage . The Scangauge can be found at some A.A.P. stores . May be able to check their inventory at the site or call local stores . Last edited by Hershey; 09-10-2013 at 11:05 PM.

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Hershey Drives: 08 Yaris sedan auto / Fit auto Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: northeast Posts: 2,897	These cars amaze with the gas mileage they can produce with an automatic . Wonder if a CVT would boost it . The car has / had its faults , but still enjoy it .

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dj92 Embracing Curves View User's Garage Drives: '14 Prius Executive Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: mid-western Germany Posts: 256	Doesn't the Yaris itself display the MPG? Or is it inaccurate? Mine (with VFD instrument) shows reasonable values for l/100km...

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Hershey Drives: 08 Yaris sedan auto / Fit auto Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: northeast Posts: 2,897	^ No . I think the 12 and '13 do . Those are not as accurate . The Eco-Meter can be tuned to be closer to the calculated F.E.. A shame that doesn't apply to the newer vehicles .

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NEexpat Drives: 2009, auto, 4dr LB Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: S.E. New England Posts: 292	Hershey, you definitely seem to be in a mpg zone. Tell me, how much has the EcoMeter affected your driving style? I mean seeing that LED Gauge go from green to red etc. I've been thinking of getting one and splitting my OBD signal between it and my UltraGauge. Do you think you could match/mantain your current mpg profile without it? Will be heading out to OH again shortly where I expect my mileage to climb back up to the mid 40's +/-. Cheers.

09-27-2013, 04:04 PM	#29
2007yariz Drives: Yaris sedan Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Northern Virginia (Fairfax, VA) Posts: 141	How you accelerate from lights makes a big difference too. Try to accelerate gradually. (stay below 3K RPM) If I see the coming traffic light is red, I will slow down and coast to save gas, because sometimes I can avoid starting from a dead stop (0 mph). Saves on brake pads wear too. The highway speed limit here are 55 MPH, so most of the times, I go 62 MPH to save gas. That's my driving style in my yaris. Good luck!

09-27-2013, 09:22 PM	#30
Hershey Drives: 08 Yaris sedan auto / Fit auto Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: northeast Posts: 2,897	Can pulse and glide in the city as well . I'll usually let car glide to redlights and stop signs . Sometimes not a good idea with a lead foot behind you .

09-28-2013, 05:23 PM	#32
roxy1 Drives: 2014 yaris 5 speed Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: michigan Posts: 642	bought my 2014 manual last Saturday. I calculated the first tank at 46.3 mpg (mostly highway from the trip home from Indy). the car calculated it at 46.6, so that is very close.

10-04-2013, 07:09 PM	#36
roxy1 Drives: 2014 yaris 5 speed Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: michigan Posts: 642	382 mile trip today to grand rapids and back home. 8.51 gallons use. 44.9 mpg's. the cars computer had it at 44.4, so pretty accurate. most of the trip was 55-70 mph(60%) with some 75-80 mph(20%) and local stop and go (10%).