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R56 MINI Runs Cooler in Sport Mode??

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Old 08-05-2013, 07:26 PM
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Originally Posted by yesti

It does make it harder to keep the thrill bug contained but I held 35 mph and turned sport mode on and off. Since I have the auto it immediately downshifts and real time mpg drops. I haven't tried it for long hauls at freeway speed as buzzing along in 5th gear is just annoying. And yes I know I can put it into manual shift mode and shift to 6th. But if I wanted to shift I wouldn't drive an auto :P
Well, I guess it makes sense for the automatics to burn more fuel due to the higher revs.. Having the manual I drive pretty easy (shifting below 5g...)
 
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