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Old 12-13-2013, 01:49 PM   #12 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by elhigh View Post
23.6. Not impressive.

In 1980 my dad's Citation - mock it if you will, I liked it - was rated a solid 30 hwy and hit it every time.

Our concurrent 1970 SAAB 96, rating unknown, would crack 40 on a long trip.

Granted my experience is limited but still - it looks to me that in 30 years we haven't gained much except weight.
Well, I never said it was impressive, just reporting the news.

Also, keep in mind this is for all cars and trucks sold (although it's not clear if it includes commercial vehicles or not). My dad had a 1985 Chevy K30 6+6. It was a 4-door, duelly, 4WD (6WD?) with a 350 and an auto. It typically got 9mpg or less...
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