So Im driving a 2006 Civic Hybrid now.
The people that I got it from, replaced it with a new V8 Camaro that gets 16mpg.
*golf clap*
The Honda dealership checked it out and everythings a go.
However they gave a "recommendation" to change
ALL the filters and fluids at the tune of $500+
(LOL WUT!)
The original sticker says 49/51
However the revised numbers are 40/45
I still live on the same Evil hill, so Im shooting for at least 35mpg
It doesnt coast very well on flats as it likes a steady foot.
Good thing for cruise control.
It seems to be afraid of hills.
But once it overcomes its fears and goes over the top, it just wont slow down!
Im not loving the excessive tire noise
(Tires do have around 10k life though)
Not really gonna mod it, but if I do it'll be lower grill block and wheel skirts.
On a cool note, the Civic Hybrid comes stock with underbody panels
(which incidently fit other Civic Sedans. Cost is around $150. Just fyi)
So in no particular order Ive driven a 01 Civic, CRX, Yaris, and an Echo.
Theyve all pulled over 30mpg with the Yaris taking the lead with 35mpg.
Lets see what a Hybrid can do!
Update 11/18
Logged 38.74 mpg
(Instrumentation said 37.9)
Told you my hill was a killer!
Example:
To and from: +.3 there, -.5 driving back home (all loss is up the hill).
I gassed up and in 3 miles on flat ground racked over 55 mpg
Then went up the hill and it dropped to mid 30s.
Not the actual car but Ill get one up soon:
