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Old 06-07-2013, 05:32 PM   #3 (permalink)
jsatter
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'10 Kia Forte EX 2.0 - '10 Kia Forte EX
90 day: 37.29 mpg (US)
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The Crosstrek is wider than the Imprezza, so that adds frontal area, as does the higher clearance (more tire exposed). Addidionally, it is heavier. Added frontal area+weight+a dirtier undercarriage=less mpg.
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