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Old 03-07-2015, 07:10 PM   #118 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by redpoint5 View Post
Very good points. I am using EPA numbers, but that is because the average driver outside of this forum only achieves EPA efficiency. It's not fair to compare a hypermiler that has made substantial aero improvements to their vehicle, with a typical hybrid owner.
But with a typical manual petrol, the first 50% over EPA come without mods. I don't think your TSX is substantially aero modded, and my own Renault is aero de-modded with roof racks and a ladder, I've got an extra 200kg and still doing 40% over with the A/C on, while individual trips head into 80% over.

Take the weight and ladder off, switch off the A/C and I'd be looking at regular 100% over trips and with aero mods...

I don't think there'd be much left on the table with a hybrid.
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