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Old 01-24-2010, 11:32 PM   #1 (permalink)
bwilson4web
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17 i3-REx - '14 BMW i3-REx
Last 3: 45.67 mpg (US)

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ZVW11 experiment

TEST A - 53.6 MPG @70 mph


TEST B - 51.6 MPG @70 mph


TEST C - 53.3 MPG @70 mph


Protocol and test conditions
  • 57F (14C), dry pavement, humid
  • two runs, West and East, south wind at ~10 mph
  • I-565 Jordan Lane Huntsville AL to Mooresviille AL
  • cruise control maintained speed, GPS calibrated
  • +13 miles each leg, added together for total performance
  • 2010 Prius (VZW30), 8,500 miles ODO, OEM tires, 45 psi
  • ICE and transmission oil changed at 5,000 miles
  • Shell 87, E10
  • Warmed up at least 20 minutes before first run
  • Disposable, cardboard shields held with duct tape
Bob Wilson

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