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Old 06-03-2008, 06:13 AM   #14
Brucelee
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Originally Posted by Dr. Kill
Yes, I have achieved 31MPG on the highway just by driving 65-70 in 5th gear without hard acceleration.

I am under the impression that one could attain better fuel economy with the top up and the AC on than with the top down and not running the AC.

I believe that is correct.

Also, the Box CAN get very impressive fuel economy if driven in a certain way. Makes sense, a relatively small engine, light car. Nice to know it CAN be economical if one wants to.

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