Attached is the log I've been keeping. I think the formulas are correct so have a look if interested. So far averaging just over 10 L/100km with mostly city driving of less than 20 km everyday (4 trips) and one weekly trip outta town on the hiway for 15-20 minutes drive.
Mazda5 real-world Mileage numbers
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We have a 2007 GT and can't get more than 20mpg! 75% city/25% freeway in SoCal. Any ideas how to improve? We don't drive it hard and use AC during the summer. Thanks.
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Sitting in stoplights and short trips will kill your mileage.
We went on a 3500 mile vacation this summer and averaged a little over 30 MPG.
Saw a Mythbusters episode a few years ago where they compared A/C-on fuel consumption vs windows down at 55 mph. Driving a Suburban, mileage was slightly better with A/C on and windows up. While the compressor might not be such a drag on a 5.7 l V8 compared with a 2.3l I4, it would be interesting to compare consumption for the 5.
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Just got 32mpg with my 08 5AT from San Diego to Palm Springs and back. I've got over 39K on it now and it seems to be doing a bit better in the MPG department. AC is the big issue, as I've had it turned off for a while now that it has cooled down. The AC really taxes the motor, both power and MPG wise. I think the AC makes the motor spend more time at the higher RPM's, so the MPG suffers. I bigger motor, like the 2.5 in the 3, might solve some of this problem.
Hello everyone,
I have just used up more than 3/4 of a tank of my first fill up (the garage filled up the first tank of gas). I live in the Montreal area, drive something like 9 km to go to work everyday, another 9 back, do some shopping here and there and so on... For the moment, winter has not really kicked in, so I know that these are the best numbers I will get for the next couple of months. Running winter tires, on a base GS, no air stick shift...
480.7Km - 48.4L = 10.77L/100Km
(298.7miles - 12.8 gal. = 23.3Mpg)
I did about 33% Highway / 67% city driving
How's that for a Mazda5 with 818Km on the counter (508Miles)?
I have just used up more than 3/4 of a tank of my first fill up (the garage filled up the first tank of gas). I live in the Montreal area, drive something like 9 km to go to work everyday, another 9 back, do some shopping here and there and so on... For the moment, winter has not really kicked in, so I know that these are the best numbers I will get for the next couple of months. Running winter tires, on a base GS, no air stick shift...
480.7Km - 48.4L = 10.77L/100Km
(298.7miles - 12.8 gal. = 23.3Mpg)
I did about 33% Highway / 67% city driving
How's that for a Mazda5 with 818Km on the counter (508Miles)?
I have a computer on my Element that measures engine load. Below about 50mph it's less load to have the windows down, but above 50mph the A/C puts less load on the engine.
08 5 GT. Mostly city driving in the rolling hills of western PA. Averaging about 20-21 mpg 75% city. I'll take it, that's better by 1 or 2 mpg then our old 06 Honda Accord with a 4 cylinder. Currently 6000 miles on the odometer.
Best so far was 31 mpg of all highway driving. I'd love for Mazda to bring the diesel version, but I guess since the 5 is so low volume, the chances are slim. I've noticed they never advertise for the 5. Even their newest ad campaign features everything else (except Tribute and the now dead B series truck)
Best so far was 31 mpg of all highway driving. I'd love for Mazda to bring the diesel version, but I guess since the 5 is so low volume, the chances are slim. I've noticed they never advertise for the 5. Even their newest ad campaign features everything else (except Tribute and the now dead B series truck)
The first two tanks on our 09 5AT have averaged between 24 and 25 mpg with 60/40 highway/city. I thought it would be a little better but it seems to be difficult to get a full tank.
I don't think our oxygenated socal fuel helps but we'll see how the average works out.
38k on it now.
I don't think our oxygenated socal fuel helps but we'll see how the average works out.
38k on it now.
Hello Bluesideup.
I do not know from what part of the world you are from, but here in Montreal, Canada - in December winter with remote starting the vehicle - 24-25Mpg is decent, especially on a brand new Mazda5 with 38K on it.
The best I got for now is 24.8 US Mpg 50% highway / 50% city driving WITH winter tires. The tires do make a difference - believe me.
I have kept a log of all my other cars fuel consumption, and I can definitely say that if you compare a 2008 Hyundai Accent's MPG and the 2009 Mazda5's, there is (in winter) a difference of only 0.4 US Mpg. Not bad for a 2.3L engine vs a 1.6L... AND a difference in weight.
In summer, with the appropriate tires, I have yet to find out.
As in most cars I have owned, the consumption will get better. Between 10,000 and 15,000 miles, the consumption will stabilize. Then you shall know the real consumption for your type of driving.
One thing I can definitely say - the Mazda5 has a fine line when it comes down to having a bit of a lead foot.
I zoomed it a bit much once for "testing purposes" (nailbyt) - 20.8 US Mpg
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On my last road trip, a full tank of gas got me 350 miles (round trip) with almost a quarter left. Since the last quarter usually goes fast than the first three quarters, I would say the full tank would have gotten me close to 400 miles. It was 50% highway (between 65 and 70 MPH, occasionally at 75) and 50% reduced highway speed (between 35 and 60 MPH on winding mountain road climbing to over 6000 FT elevation).
Normally I get about 350 miles from each fill-up, and I always fill before the lights comes on, so it's about 12 or 13 gallons each time. I've had the car for almost 11 months now and already put 21,000 miles on it. Say my monthly average is 2,000 miles, which translates into about 6 fill-ups for me, with each fill-up costing about $40, the total cost per month is about $250. I am pretty happy with the MPG on this car, is there still room for improvement?
Normally I get about 350 miles from each fill-up, and I always fill before the lights comes on, so it's about 12 or 13 gallons each time. I've had the car for almost 11 months now and already put 21,000 miles on it. Say my monthly average is 2,000 miles, which translates into about 6 fill-ups for me, with each fill-up costing about $40, the total cost per month is about $250. I am pretty happy with the MPG on this car, is there still room for improvement?
Hi Petitevan,
J'espre que a va bien...
Those are decent highway numbers.
One question struck me while reading your post. Have you thought of or are you using full synthetic oil? This should space out oil changes and save you time and money. Did you do the math? If so, what is the bottom line answer.
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+1 for diesel but agree the chances are very slim.
Hi Phratt,
I've been told to use synthetic oil so I'm hoping that it has helped. Also plan to install a K&N filter but not sure what that does to the vehicle's performance or gas mileage. In terms of bottom line numbers, my average MPG is close to 30 when I keep a speed of 65 (90% highway and 10% local). There are too many crazy drivers on the highways I use to commute daily and I found that driving at 65 in the right lanes gives me sufficient time to respond to any dangerous situation and results in the least stress.
I've been told to use synthetic oil so I'm hoping that it has helped. Also plan to install a K&N filter but not sure what that does to the vehicle's performance or gas mileage. In terms of bottom line numbers, my average MPG is close to 30 when I keep a speed of 65 (90% highway and 10% local). There are too many crazy drivers on the highways I use to commute daily and I found that driving at 65 in the right lanes gives me sufficient time to respond to any dangerous situation and results in the least stress.
Have you logged 38000 miles on your 09 already, Bluesideup?
If so, are you sleeping in it (JK)(eek2)
our 3K mile road trip and mpgs
just got home, round trip PA to LA (Louisiana). about 1300 miles one way. family of 5 w/ a roof top box. my wife is from LA so we stock up on local food and fresh seafood. we got gas THIRTEEN times, including one this morning before heading off to work. best tank was 29.2, worst (and I can't figure this one out) was 19. I'm thinking I didn't get filled up completely, or the pump was bad, because all the other fill ups yielded 24.5 to 29.2. but, even w/ the 19mpg figured in, overall trip mpg was 25.6.
lots of pumps were labeled 10% ethanol, and the terrain varied QUITE a bit (mountains, cities, flat, local) and WIDE temperature variances (18* to 55*). and, there was plenty of high speed hwy, 70-75, and a good amount of 80mph. we only got down to 60-65 once we were back up north.
we had a lot more weight on the return trip, but mpg was basically unaffected. I haven't done a road trip w/o the box, but I'd have to assume it is losing 2-3mpgs w/ it.
now that we have 4500 miles on the 5, she's getting closer to be being broken in, and I'll see what she does commuting to work.
just got home, round trip PA to LA (Louisiana). about 1300 miles one way. family of 5 w/ a roof top box. my wife is from LA so we stock up on local food and fresh seafood. we got gas THIRTEEN times, including one this morning before heading off to work. best tank was 29.2, worst (and I can't figure this one out) was 19. I'm thinking I didn't get filled up completely, or the pump was bad, because all the other fill ups yielded 24.5 to 29.2. but, even w/ the 19mpg figured in, overall trip mpg was 25.6.
lots of pumps were labeled 10% ethanol, and the terrain varied QUITE a bit (mountains, cities, flat, local) and WIDE temperature variances (18* to 55*). and, there was plenty of high speed hwy, 70-75, and a good amount of 80mph. we only got down to 60-65 once we were back up north.
we had a lot more weight on the return trip, but mpg was basically unaffected. I haven't done a road trip w/o the box, but I'd have to assume it is losing 2-3mpgs w/ it.
now that we have 4500 miles on the 5, she's getting closer to be being broken in, and I'll see what she does commuting to work.
