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Old 12-30-12 | 10:58 AM
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I originally got 371 miles after premium fill-up. I now get 350 miles after premium fill-up. What would make the mileage lower? What could be the problem with the car?
Old 12-30-12 | 12:44 PM
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Well, its only 21 miles per tank. Could be the type of driving mix (city versus suburbia versus interstate). Idling more at lights / turns / shopping etc. For 21 miles per tank, would be a non worry for me personally. And I think there is a different formulation for gasoline in winter months too. Even for North carolina.
Old 12-30-12 | 01:40 PM
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We get winter blend gas around here which negatively effects gas mileage.
Old 12-30-12 | 04:47 PM
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Originally Posted by LexBob2
We get winter blend gas around here which negatively effects gas mileage.
BINGO! 10% ethanol = 10% decrease in mileage, etc.. Happens every winter.
Old 12-30-12 | 08:11 PM
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Originally Posted by RickC5
BINGO! 10% ethanol = 10% decrease in mileage, etc.. Happens every winter.
We have 10% year round and I use regular in my 2010. Always get 400 miles to a tank unless I have more highway driving.
Old 12-30-12 | 08:32 PM
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Originally Posted by jagtoes
We have 10% year round and I use regular in my 2010. Always get 400 miles to a tank unless I have more highway driving.
10% all year around here too. They still do a winter blend in addition to the ethanol.
Old 01-02-13 | 01:15 PM
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20 miles per tank = 20 miles per 18 gallons = ~1.1mpg difference.

Checked your tire pressures lately?
Old 01-07-13 | 11:46 AM
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[/SIZE]"]What pressure do I have checked for lower mileage after fill-up?[/SIZE]
Old 01-07-13 | 07:43 PM
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Originally Posted by ffmac55
[/SIZE]"]What pressure do I have checked for lower mileage after fill-up?[/SIZE]
Tire pressure. There is a sticker on the inside of the drivers door jamb with the recommended tire pressure for your car. Under inflated tires can have an adverse effect on gas mileage.
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