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Old 02-07-2013, 04:14 PM   #4 (permalink)
bestclimb
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escort - '99 ford escort sport
90 day: 42.38 mpg (US)

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I don't know what trim line you ended up with or what else you plan on doing with it, but a more efficient final ratio may be available.

EPA estimates your SUV to get 15 combined. If you increase by 50% Which, is doable by avoiding the brakes, slowing down a bit, and making sure your tires are inflated, you are still only getting 22mpg.

fuel economy readout is very key

If mileage is a concern there may be more suitable vehicles.
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