I've read many posts abut MPG on this forum. I drive easy. I accelerate slow and even I let off the gas as I approach a stoplight letting RPM's drop. I drive more defensively every year. I consistently get 16-18mpg. Mixed city/highway (mostly highway). Mine is Acces Cab 4x4 TRD, with stuff in the bed and a heavy topper (Snugtop). No other changes from stock. Factory tow package as well. Usually no passengers. I do not think I could get better mileage unless I was on freeway at 55-60 for a tankful with tailwind. I easily hit 350 miles before I need to refuel.
I know all of us know how to figure milage... but do we? I find it hard to believe there could be such discrepancies (in the range of 30%). Is there something we aren't factoring in? I know gas blends change in certain areas from summer to winter. I don't think that explains everything, though. Another thread talks about weight differences for a factory tire/rim set-up and bigger tires (70 to 75 series) and wheels that added 120+ pounds. Stock vehicles with similar driving habits shouldn't vary much. The mystery continues...
Joe
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