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Old 11-23-2005 | 09:46 AM
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Originally Posted by Johnna
I'm curious .... what kinds of discrepancies are people finding with the OBC?
The OBC on my 05 ranges from .5 to 1.5 MPG optimistic.
 
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Old 11-23-2005 | 10:31 AM
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I've been getting mostly 21-24 mpg, which is pretty crappy. The problem is that my commute is 4 miles, with lots of traffic, idling, lights, and stop signs. The car doesn't ever get warmed up.

When I go 70-80, all highway, I get closer to 30 mpg.
 
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Old 11-23-2005 | 10:45 AM
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From: Jenkintown, PA
2003 MCS 6sp 14,000 miles

mostly suburban commuting ~~ around 22 mpg since day one overall

highway trips ~~ can average 35-38 mpg @ 70-75 mph
 
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