300 miles on a full tank of gas

Educ8r · 01-11-2009, 05:42 PM

I stated my drive to work (roundtrip) was 28 miles, not 28 mpg!

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Originally Posted by BlackBullet

Well, I never went into the "If I worried about MPG" debate. I'm just saying that as of now, your mpg is bad considering what Nissan claim. Not cars in general. However, there are members suggesting the break in period, which I guess you'll find out about your true mpg later down the road. For the driving part, you first said 20+ freeway miles. Now it's constant braking, 2.2 million traffic?

If in fact that the mpg does not improve, then we get to the issue of what you expect from the mpg quote of the manufacture. If the number in real life is different than claimed, then its called faults ad. Just like what RX-8 did with the hp rating. They gave money back to buyers. The fact sheet is what it is. The fact. Now I know that mileage may vary, but like I said before, the number as of right now is below average (not that good) based on the claimed number. Since your added stop-n-go freeway mileage, then i guess it changes my end a little on the mpg.

mspeasl · 01-11-2009, 11:21 PM

Gang,

This past summer we vacationed with a road trip out west from the Midwest. We drove our 03 350Z 7000 miles and the car averaged 28MPG and change overall. That included the mountains and the flat lands and speeds from 65 to 80+. Plus it also included spirited driving from San Francisco north to Oregon on the coast highway (Route 1)

(That highway was a ball in a Z). There were several tanks that we got over 32. In the thin air of the Rockies we were down to tanks at 24MPG. Pikes Peak was a blast of a drive also (wife didn't like the the white knuckling).

shumby · 01-11-2009, 11:24 PM

I get about 375 miles on my G37

Crash · 01-12-2009, 02:59 AM

It REALLY does depend on the driver. And the VQ motors (especially the VQ37) adjust to your driving habits. Chances are that my mileage is going to be pretty good, and performance won't be great because I drive like a grandpa.

Educ8r · 01-12-2009, 05:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Educ8r

The rest of you 370Z owners post how many miles you get on your first full tank.

AK370Z · 01-12-2009, 05:57 AM

That's great Educ8r.

Gas mileage is always least of my worries but it's good to know you can get 300 miles out of a tank. I always think gas mileage debates are completely worthless. If you can afford a $35,000 vehicle, you can afford the gas. The difference (getting 18 MPG as oppose to 25 MPG) is such a small fraction of money, it's not even worth working up brain cells.
Here's a simple comparison how small MPG debates are worth (IMO)

12000 miles/year 18 MPG = 666 gallons of fuel used

12000 miles/year 25 MPG = 480 Gallons of fuel used

Difference = 180 gallons X $1.80 (gallon price) = $320?

That's how much I probably spent in 2 weeks in junk food

. I know I have to start eating healthy. But you get the picture.

TWatson · 01-12-2009, 07:43 AM

hmm not bad at all when i drive to my girls house depending on traffic i use 1/4 tank to 3/4 tank funny part? its only about 110 miles ie the main reason i want to get rid of my evo ix haha gotta love getting like 8mpg damnit!

Crash · 01-12-2009, 05:01 PM

$1.80?!? LUCKY! We're still above $2 here in Los Angeles (edit: for premium). But you're right, the price break isn't much to worry about. I just HATE filling up at a station because it takes so damn long.

So the longer the tank lasts the better.

Educ8r · 01-18-2009, 09:23 AM

3rd fill up so far, average MPG is 19, again this is better than what my 06 350 M/T was getting

Crash · 01-18-2009, 04:20 PM

You're DEFINITELY going to get better economy with this new motor and trans. There's no doubt about it. When I get mine and it's broken in, I'm going to drive from Los Angeles, to Las Vegas, to Phoenix, and back to Los Angeles. Then I'll report my highway mileage.

TerribleONE · 01-18-2009, 04:46 PM

i know on my G37... after about 5k miles the MPGs went up rapidly.. let it brake in.. it WILL make a difference on these motors.

Crash · 01-18-2009, 11:04 PM

My Trans Am got crummy economy until the motor was broken in. Then it got GREAT economy.

Most 6-speed V8 LS1 combos get about 32-36MPG on the highway.

FERRARI · 02-17-2009, 07:47 AM

Sorry if this sounds like a know-it-all....but The way that I have always measured MPG is easy......I fill up and force-fill.......the tank.....dont worry about doing this, I have been doing it for decades and never had a problem with any car. By force-filling I mean: After you think your tank is full, I shake the car and let the gas level go down. Any car will hold and extra 2 to 3 gallons..........it may take about 5 minutes to get all the air out of the tank. By doing this, you get an accurate level to refill the tank on the next fill.
Record the miles till the next fill.........and then you have an accurate level to measure from...........the next time you force-fill your are going to know that the level is the same as before.....as in FULL

Say you go 350 miles and then force-fill again.....it takes 13 gallons.....since you know the tank has been FULL to the same point...you know that you have used 13 gallons....and your MPG was 26.92 MPG

To me this is the most accurate way to get an MPG for a car........I guess I am Squirrly but I do this almost every tank....

RCZ · 02-17-2009, 04:32 PM

Im getting around 240MPT and that is before I can go past 4k RPM. Someone help me.

trema · 02-17-2009, 04:40 PM

How much FPT (fun per tank) are you getting... that's the only appropriate question.

01-11-2009, 11:21 PM	#17 (permalink)
mspeasl Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Decatur, IL Posts: 367 Drives: Red M6 Sport/Touring Rep Power: 269	Gang, This past summer we vacationed with a road trip out west from the Midwest. We drove our 03 350Z 7000 miles and the car averaged 28MPG and change overall. That included the mountains and the flat lands and speeds from 65 to 80+. Plus it also included spirited driving from San Francisco north to Oregon on the coast highway (Route 1)(That highway was a ball in a Z). There were several tanks that we got over 32. In the thin air of the Rockies we were down to tanks at 24MPG. Pikes Peak was a blast of a drive also (wife didn't like the the white knuckling). __________________ Mspeasl - Central Illinois 2009 - Solid Red, M6 '370' Sport/Touring (Delivered 7 April 09)

01-11-2009, 11:24 PM	#18 (permalink)
shumby Captin Canuck Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: with your mom Age: 45 Posts: 6,288 Drives: your sister Rep Power: 237	I get about 375 miles on my G37 __________________ Originally Posted by SAM@GTM Engine detonation is not normal and it should never never happen, and whoever told that need to do something else for living . Sam

01-12-2009, 02:59 AM	#19 (permalink)
Crash A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,853 Drives: 02 Corvette Z06 Rep Power: 590	It REALLY does depend on the driver. And the VQ motors (especially the VQ37) adjust to your driving habits. Chances are that my mileage is going to be pretty good, and performance won't be great because I drive like a grandpa. __________________ 2002 Corvette Z06 - Totaled 2003 Corvette Z06 50th Anniversary

01-12-2009, 05:57 AM	#21 (permalink)
AK370Z Administrator Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: NJ Posts: 9,930 Drives: 09 370Z MB Sports M6 Rep Power: 10	That's great Educ8r. Gas mileage is always least of my worries but it's good to know you can get 300 miles out of a tank. I always think gas mileage debates are completely worthless. If you can afford a $35,000 vehicle, you can afford the gas. The difference (getting 18 MPG as oppose to 25 MPG) is such a small fraction of money, it's not even worth working up brain cells. Here's a simple comparison how small MPG debates are worth (IMO) 12000 miles/year 18 MPG = 666 gallons of fuel used 12000 miles/year 25 MPG = 480 Gallons of fuel used Difference = 180 gallons X $1.80 (gallon price) = $320? That's how much I probably spent in 2 weeks in junk food . I know I have to start eating healthy. But you get the picture. __________________ The370Z Signature Pictures ll Want to rock our forum decals on your car? Then click here! ll How to Embed YouTube Videos In a Post STOP! (Hammertime) ll Become a Premium Member Click HERE ll F.A.Q. Are You a Nissan Dealer? Click Here to Become A "Supporting Dealer" and Start Listing Your 370Zs In Our Inventory Section My Monterey Blue Z ll My Exhaust --> My Intake --> G3 Nissan's Official Response Regarding Oil Temp Issue: CLICK HERE Need a Set of Cheap Winter wheels /Tires? Then Visit The Banner Link Below and Place Your Order. You'll Help Keep The370Z Alive.

01-12-2009, 05:01 PM	#23 (permalink)
Crash A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,853 Drives: 02 Corvette Z06 Rep Power: 590	$1.80?!? LUCKY! We're still above $2 here in Los Angeles (edit: for premium). But you're right, the price break isn't much to worry about. I just HATE filling up at a station because it takes so damn long. So the longer the tank lasts the better. __________________ 2002 Corvette Z06 - Totaled 2003 Corvette Z06 50th Anniversary

01-12-2009, 07:43 AM	#22 (permalink)
TWatson Base Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 16 Drives: evo IX Rep Power: 17	hmm not bad at all when i drive to my girls house depending on traffic i use 1/4 tank to 3/4 tank funny part? its only about 110 miles ie the main reason i want to get rid of my evo ix haha gotta love getting like 8mpg damnit!

01-18-2009, 09:23 AM	#24 (permalink)
Educ8r Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Houston Posts: 397 Drives: a car Rep Power: 17	3rd fill up so far, average MPG is 19, again this is better than what my 06 350 M/T was getting __________________ imagination + creativity = endless possibilities

01-18-2009, 04:20 PM	#25 (permalink)
Crash A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,853 Drives: 02 Corvette Z06 Rep Power: 590	You're DEFINITELY going to get better economy with this new motor and trans. There's no doubt about it. When I get mine and it's broken in, I'm going to drive from Los Angeles, to Las Vegas, to Phoenix, and back to Los Angeles. Then I'll report my highway mileage. __________________ 2002 Corvette Z06 - Totaled 2003 Corvette Z06 50th Anniversary

01-18-2009, 04:46 PM	#26 (permalink)
TerribleONE A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Socal Posts: 10,203 Drives: WOT Rep Power: 5851	i know on my G37... after about 5k miles the MPGs went up rapidly.. let it brake in.. it WILL make a difference on these motors. Last edited by TerribleONE; 01-18-2009 at 04:48 PM.

01-18-2009, 11:04 PM	#27 (permalink)
Crash A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,853 Drives: 02 Corvette Z06 Rep Power: 590	My Trans Am got crummy economy until the motor was broken in. Then it got GREAT economy. Most 6-speed V8 LS1 combos get about 32-36MPG on the highway. __________________ 2002 Corvette Z06 - Totaled 2003 Corvette Z06 50th Anniversary

02-17-2009, 07:47 AM	#28 (permalink)
FERRARI Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Chattanooga, Tennessee Posts: 324 Drives: PERFECTION Rep Power: 493	How to find MPG Sorry if this sounds like a know-it-all....but The way that I have always measured MPG is easy......I fill up and force-fill.......the tank.....dont worry about doing this, I have been doing it for decades and never had a problem with any car. By force-filling I mean: After you think your tank is full, I shake the car and let the gas level go down. Any car will hold and extra 2 to 3 gallons..........it may take about 5 minutes to get all the air out of the tank. By doing this, you get an accurate level to refill the tank on the next fill. Record the miles till the next fill.........and then you have an accurate level to measure from...........the next time you force-fill your are going to know that the level is the same as before.....as in FULL Say you go 350 miles and then force-fill again.....it takes 13 gallons.....since you know the tank has been FULL to the same point...you know that you have used 13 gallons....and your MPG was 26.92 MPG To me this is the most accurate way to get an MPG for a car........I guess I am Squirrly but I do this almost every tank....

02-17-2009, 04:32 PM	#29 (permalink)
RCZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Miami Posts: 6,403 Drives: '09 370Z Rep Power: 1119	Im getting around 240MPT and that is before I can go past 4k RPM. Someone help me.

02-17-2009, 04:40 PM	#30 (permalink)
trema Base Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 91 Drives: 09 370z K51 R Rep Power: 597	How much FPT (fun per tank) are you getting... that's the only appropriate question. __________________ 'Lesca'-2009 370z Touring 6MT w/Sports & Nav- Platinum Graphite/Persimmon. FLO,IKP,SCG,TMA

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