Mitsu launched the car in N.Z. recently and hosted another economy run for auto writers. This time all the cars were 1.2L CVT models (the manual isn't available in NZ.). It wasn't as extensive a run as the Thai event.
The funny bit is the driver who turned in the best score is a "renowned leadfoot". He practiced "extreme" techniques, according to one of his colleages, including:
- engine off at red lights,
- neutral on descents,
- feather-footing the throttle/brake,
- no air conditioning,
- 90kmh in the 100kmh zone
And my personal favourite...
- sneaking the spacesaver spare into the boot of a colleague's car!!
Gotta love the weight "re-distribution" mod!
I've been able to find results for 2 cars, so far:
- 3.3 L/100 km / 71.3 mpg (US)
- 4.2 L/100 km / 56.0 mpg (US)
Full details:
New Zealand Mirage economy run: 3.3L/100 km (30.3 km/L, 71.3 mpg US) CVT