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WA1DH · 08-26-2009, 02:04 PM

How much difference can I expect to see in MPG with a standard cab vs. an extended cab pickup truck? I know the extended cab is a few hundred pounds heavier, but then I've read that it makes the truck more aerodynamic? What's the verdict?

Thanks.

08-26-2009, 02:04 PM	#1 (permalink)
WA1DH Ford Escort Hypermiler Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: South Coast Massachusetts Posts: 8 Doug's Scort - '99 Ford Escort LX Last 3: 35.21 mpg (US) Doug's XS650 - '79 Yamaha XS650 Special 90 day: 50.91 mpg (US) Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Extended vs regular cab truck How much difference can I expect to see in MPG with a standard cab vs. an extended cab pickup truck? I know the extended cab is a few hundred pounds heavier, but then I've read that it makes the truck more aerodynamic? What's the verdict? Thanks.