Towing MPG

[Melon]

Towing update:
Total mileage 632 Miles (95% Interstate @ 75 MPH)
Trailer weight ~2,500 LBS.
MPG: 17.5
Range: ~250 Miles.
Not the most efficient way to move a brick attached to a brick, but it was an effortless tow, ride was not compromised at all, just plan for more frequent fuel stops.

 

[El Chorizo101]

Thank you for the update, we don't have a ton of towing figures yet.

 

[Melon]

I will admit, my daily driving MPG has gone up since I towed this. It's not due to towing but, I think I hit a threshold in engine break in.
I'm averaging closer to 20mpg now for typical city driving.

 

[El Chorizo101]

I will admit, my daily driving MPG has gone up since I towed this. It's not due to towing but, I think I hit a threshold in engine break in.
I'm averaging closer to 20mpg now for typical city driving.

It should get even better as you break it in more... granted, not by much but a little bit. Rings should seat a little better.

 

[Melon]

It should get even better as you break it in more... granted, not by much but a little bit. Rings should seat a little better.

Yup. I'm at 2300 miles. I'll change the oil at 2500. I meant to do it at 1500 but time has gotten away from me.

 

[Dragoon1]

Wow, 17 mpg while towing at those speeds is fantastic! Thanks for reporting back with this info.

 

[bigtimetexan]

Towing update:
Total mileage 632 Miles (95% Interstate @ 75 MPH)
Trailer weight ~2,500 LBS.
MPG: 17.5
Range: ~250 Miles.
Not the most efficient way to move a brick attached to a brick, but it was an effortless tow, ride was not compromised at all, just plan for more frequent fuel stops.

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Did you use Tow mode or leave it on Normal?