16.3 MPG is it normal??
06-28-15, 03:52 PM
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Hey Guys,
I purchased my 2015 GS350 Fsport last Saturday on June 13. So far I put two full tank of gas and 520 miles on my car. I'm getting a average of 16.3 miles per gallon. I'm driving normal the way I've been for the past 18 years. On my last 2008 GS350 I average at 19.8 - 20.5 MPG.
Why MPG so slow on my new car?
I purchased my 2015 GS350 Fsport last Saturday on June 13. So far I put two full tank of gas and 520 miles on my car. I'm getting a average of 16.3 miles per gallon. I'm driving normal the way I've been for the past 18 years. On my last 2008 GS350 I average at 19.8 - 20.5 MPG.
Why MPG so slow on my new car?
-Mike
06-28-15, 04:37 PM
#32
I don't believe for a minute that Lexus could not get better mileage if they wanted to!
The vehicle is just over 200 lbs heavier than my 10 year old Acura TL which gets about 35% better gas mileage (combined)! I could drive the highway 730km with my TL, I can't even get 500km with the Lexus (same size tank).
Alas it's a Luxury car so increasing mileage doesn't seem to be on Lexus's radar. But hey we all bought them knowing they aren't the best when it comes to mileage
But I really do wish they would put a bigger tank in !
The vehicle is just over 200 lbs heavier than my 10 year old Acura TL which gets about 35% better gas mileage (combined)! I could drive the highway 730km with my TL, I can't even get 500km with the Lexus (same size tank).
Alas it's a Luxury car so increasing mileage doesn't seem to be on Lexus's radar. But hey we all bought them knowing they aren't the best when it comes to mileage
But I really do wish they would put a bigger tank in !
06-28-15, 06:46 PM
#33
06-28-15, 07:37 PM
#34
Lexus Test Driver
06-29-15, 07:53 AM
#37
I don't believe for a minute that Lexus could not get better mileage if they wanted to!
The vehicle is just over 200 lbs heavier than my 10 year old Acura TL which gets about 35% better gas mileage (combined)! I could drive the highway 730km with my TL, I can't even get 500km with the Lexus (same size tank).
Alas it's a Luxury car so increasing mileage doesn't seem to be on Lexus's radar. But hey we all bought them knowing they aren't the best when it comes to mileage
But I really do wish they would put a bigger tank in !
The vehicle is just over 200 lbs heavier than my 10 year old Acura TL which gets about 35% better gas mileage (combined)! I could drive the highway 730km with my TL, I can't even get 500km with the Lexus (same size tank).
Alas it's a Luxury car so increasing mileage doesn't seem to be on Lexus's radar. But hey we all bought them knowing they aren't the best when it comes to mileage
But I really do wish they would put a bigger tank in !
Things the GS has which your TL didn't:
+ .3 liters of displacement
+ 300 lbs
+ 30mm of tire in the rear
and probably the largest killer
The driveshaft and differential to support RWD.
Is that 35%? Probably not... did you gain any weight in 10 years
06-29-15, 08:16 AM
#38
I'm sure they could with a smaller engine =) The better comparison would be between the TL and an ES as they're both front wheel drive which will have a measurable impact on fuel economy.
Things the GS has which your TL didn't:
+ .3 liters of displacement
+ 300 lbs
+ 30mm of tire in the rear
and probably the largest killer
The driveshaft and differential to support RWD.
Is that 35%? Probably not... did you gain any weight in 10 years
Things the GS has which your TL didn't:
+ .3 liters of displacement
+ 300 lbs
+ 30mm of tire in the rear
and probably the largest killer
The driveshaft and differential to support RWD.
Is that 35%? Probably not... did you gain any weight in 10 years
06-29-15, 08:25 AM
#39
Lexus Test Driver
I'm sure they could with a smaller engine =) The better comparison would be between the TL and an ES as they're both front wheel drive which will have a measurable impact on fuel economy.
Things the GS has which your TL didn't:
+ .3 liters of displacement
+ 300 lbs
+ 30mm of tire in the rear
and probably the largest killer
The driveshaft and differential to support RWD.
Is that 35%? Probably not... did you gain any weight in 10 years
Things the GS has which your TL didn't:
+ .3 liters of displacement
+ 300 lbs
+ 30mm of tire in the rear
and probably the largest killer
The driveshaft and differential to support RWD.
Is that 35%? Probably not... did you gain any weight in 10 years
I think the GS is geared more towards performance while the ES/RX/Camry are geared towards MPG and comfort. Still can't beat the CT though, 45 MPG no matter how hard u drive it.
Last edited by ItzFilyO; 06-29-15 at 08:29 AM.
06-29-15, 08:31 AM
#41
Lexus Test Driver
06-29-15, 08:46 AM
#42
Eco mode sucks in the summer. It limits your AC. I never drive Eco when it's warm out. I average around 18 MPG in normal mode with 60/40 mostly city driving.
06-29-15, 10:54 AM
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06-29-15, 11:05 AM
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