Mazda5 real-world Mileage numbers
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Geeeez, so much hate in here (nailbyt) 
OK, moving on, I managed to swap cars with my wife with the valid excuse that I would stretch its legs on my daily commute (whooaa! I hit 80MPH twice, LOL). Filled up today and calculated 24.75MPG. Nothing scientific here, but then this let's me assume that the 06 and 08 get somehow very similar MPG under the same driving conditions. The only "difference" I can imply is that the Auto A/C was running more on the 08 than the Manual A/C on the 06, but not a big thing if you ask, that is the point (I think, (scratch))
OK, moving on, I managed to swap cars with my wife with the valid excuse that I would stretch its legs on my daily commute (whooaa! I hit 80MPH twice, LOL). Filled up today and calculated 24.75MPG. Nothing scientific here, but then this let's me assume that the 06 and 08 get somehow very similar MPG under the same driving conditions. The only "difference" I can imply is that the Auto A/C was running more on the 08 than the Manual A/C on the 06, but not a big thing if you ask, that is the point (I think, (scratch))
There was no sense in continuing that line of discussion… where was it getting us? Just caught up bickering back and forth, defending our different driving styles… no point to that. It was going nowhere fast at the cost of pissing people off so I suggested we move on.
We’re not ‘thick skinned’ enough? lol okay, whatever, go there. Reason I like this community is because people can generally hold conversations without constantly turning into a flame-fest, which PLENTY other forums are like. So if you want thicker skinned people, sorry we can’t help you out.
There was no sense in continuing that line of discussion where was it getting us? Just caught up bickering back and forth, defending our different driving styles no point to that. It was going nowhere fast at the cost of pissing people off so I suggested we move on.
Were not thick skinned enough? lol okay, whatever, go there. Reason I like this community is because people can generally hold conversations without constantly turning into a flame-fest, which PLENTY other forums are like. So if you want thicker skinned people, sorry we cant help you out.
you are proving my point. (jerkit)
OK, you win.
back on topic here...
how drastic of a difference in MPG have you guys seen with the A/C on or off? I know some cars have more of a parasitic loss from the system than others, and I haven't had the Mazda long enough to compare. Plus I've had to run the A/C probably 1/2 the time I've been in the car since I bought it in Feb because of the temps out here.
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IIRC it's actually close to 530 mi but remember that I'm at full overflow of 17.25 gal. The highest mpg I've ever gotten was just under 32 mpg - so I've very skeptical of any claims over that.
I've noticed anywhere from 4-5 mpg drop if the temps get below freezing. I don't think it's fuel formulation as any time the temps get above 40F it's back to normal.jeebusm3 said:
(scratch) What does that have to do with AC?
I didn't fill the tank to overflow I just let it cut off at the slowest setting. I've gone over 300 miles already and still have half a tank(shrug) I was figuring on buying gas today not tomorrow. Not that I am complaining but I'm actually allot more comfortable in my little cheap Rio. I had knee surgery 5 years ago and I still have problems with my hip on the same side. Tuesday was a hard day for me driving the 5 for the 1st whole day, I've adjusted the seat better but still not really comfortable.
Right now the SG reads 33.8 for the tank could be off a couple mpgs though I'm just waiting to see. I'll grab my camera in case I need Nomex underwear, it may help at least a little bit.- :
- 2008 Mazda5 5MT Sport w/ Popular Package
(boom08) 530 miles per tank! Is it Diesel?
and I thought my 380 miles record was out of this world That reminds me of this:
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I think we are all right. Sometimes I like to drive fast, sometimes normal, sometimes for FE. It's all OK!
This is the USA and we can drive like we want (well sometimes). I do think I am mellowing out as I get older though. When I lived in ATL you couldn't find me driving less than 80 MPH on the interstate unless it was rush hour. I love racing, but traded in my big honking V8 car on a smaller 4-cyl that excells in famiily hauling. SO I LOVE IT FOR THAT!
This is the USA and we can drive like we want (well sometimes). I do think I am mellowing out as I get older though. When I lived in ATL you couldn't find me driving less than 80 MPH on the interstate unless it was rush hour. I love racing, but traded in my big honking V8 car on a smaller 4-cyl that excells in famiily hauling. SO I LOVE IT FOR THAT!
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(boom08) 530 miles per tank! Is it Diesel?
10/26/2007 - 504.8 mi - 16.298gal - 30.97312554 mpg
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I didn't fill the tank to overflow I just let it cut off at the slowest setting. I've gone over 300 miles already and still have half a tank(shrug) I was figuring on buying gas today not tomorrow. Not that I am complaining but I'm actually allot more comfortable in my little cheap Rio. I had knee surgery 5 years ago and I still have problems with my hip on the same side. Tuesday was a hard day for me driving the 5 for the 1st whole day, I've adjusted the seat better but still not really comfortable.
I'm usually at 300mi at the mid-way point too. And I hear you on the lack of leg room - actually I think it's more the way the center console is shaped that forces your leg into a slightly awkward position. If you can stand it just keep on going until the low fuel warning.
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The center console is exactly part of the problem as well as the armrest on the drivers side door. I need more room between my knees, but even with that I am not really loving the seat. When I 1st drove a 5 I knew for me I wouldn't buy it but since it was for her I had her drive 1 and I pointed out all the things I didn't like. She loves it, so I bought it. I won't be able to make the low fuel light, that would mean going into next week too. I already got the stink eye this morning for taking "her" car yet again. I was also informed that she has a Dr.'s appointment at 4pm and I need to meet her so I can buy dinner at a yet to be determined restaurant. I'll fill it up tonight and get to posting probably tomorrow. Nights and weekend I'm incharge of the baby.(rockon)
I go 65 on 65 roads. Yeah, 99 out of 100 pass me rather than vice versa, but I don't have a problem being that guy. Driving below the speed limit would be very unexpected by other drivers so I wouldn't do that for safety reasons, but I feel doing the speed limit is reasonable. As you go above 60MPH, fuel economy drops exponentially.
Well you can all call me a F'in liar right now. I filled it up and I did even better then the SG was reporting. As soon as I figure out how to load all the pics I took trying to cma I will post the actual numbers. I will say I had over 428 miles and had just dipped slightly below 1/4 tank. Thats in 1 of the pics.
I have to go spend time with the baby right now. If someone can post or shoot me a quick link to how to post all these pics I'll throw them all up with my actually numbers. I am super excited by the results though.(drive2)
I have to go spend time with the baby right now. If someone can post or shoot me a quick link to how to post all these pics I'll throw them all up with my actually numbers. I am super excited by the results though.(drive2)
