Thread: How do you drive to get the best MPG on the TCH?
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Old 08-25-2006, 03:14 PM
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Default Re: How do you drive to get the best MPG on the TCH?
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Originally Posted by jenningspaige View Post
We're only on the second tank of gas on our new TCH, but it seems to me we definitely get the best mpg on the highway. I thought it was supposed to be better in the city? We get about 38-40 mpg on the highway and only about 32-36 mpg in the city. Why? I don't consider myself to be a wild driver by any means. I accelerate normally and brake normally. Anyone know how to get better mpg? Or will it get better in time?
Staying under 42 MPH increases you chances of staying in Electric Vehicle Mode (EV).
The more time you are in EV mode the better you mileage on average.
A common Hybrid driving technique includes moderate (more than light) acceleration to a speed slightly over your target, release accelerator pressure and allow car to drop into EV mode, then maintain constant target velocity with gentle accelerator pressure. This works only under 42 mph.
Over 42mph you won't get true EV mode operation.
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