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Old 04-29-2016, 06:42 PM   #12 (permalink)
jcp123
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Beater Echo - '00 Toyota Echo
90 day: 42.67 mpg (US)

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It depends on the gearing. In my truck I am either more or less lugging the engine in top gear at 45mph, or running a little bit over highway revs if I downshift one gear. I can et away with this if I am empty, but if I am loaded, an even number (40mph or 50mph) would be a better option.
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