gas mileage
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gas mileage
Hi there, just bought my first rx8 (used 2006 52000kms). Very happy with all aspects of the car however ive noticed it guzels gas. Im well aware that im driving a sports car of sorts and im not expecting hybrid style econanmy but ive killed a quarter tank (not driving like an angry teenager) in only 60-70 kms. After going through some of the faqs i figure that the plugs and coils probably need replacing as im assuming the past owner did niether. Are these both things that can be accomplished by someone who has little experience? Also is it recomended to keep the oil topped all the way up? My gauge currently reads about 3/4 full and could this have anything to do with fuel effiecencey?
Please do not flame, i have read through a number of faqs and the beginers guide i would however like to solidify an answer before i start any sort of project.
Thanks
Please do not flame, i have read through a number of faqs and the beginers guide i would however like to solidify an answer before i start any sort of project.
Thanks
#3
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^what stealth said.
also, read:
FAQ’s https://www.rx8club.com/new-member-forum-197/rx-8-faq-please-read-before-posting-959/
New and Potential Owner’s, Start Here https://www.rx8club.com/new-member-forum-197/new-potential-owners-start-here-202454/
Congratulations, you got an 8 https://www.rx8club.com/new-member-forum-197/congratulations-you-got-8-a-202548/
New Owner FAQ’s https://www.rx8club.com/showthread.p...&highlight=FAQ
Also, make sure you read the “stickies” in each sub-forum
also, read:
FAQ’s https://www.rx8club.com/new-member-forum-197/rx-8-faq-please-read-before-posting-959/
New and Potential Owner’s, Start Here https://www.rx8club.com/new-member-forum-197/new-potential-owners-start-here-202454/
Congratulations, you got an 8 https://www.rx8club.com/new-member-forum-197/congratulations-you-got-8-a-202548/
New Owner FAQ’s https://www.rx8club.com/showthread.p...&highlight=FAQ
Also, make sure you read the “stickies” in each sub-forum
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When I first purchased my 8, I was getting an average of 16mpg...After gutting my cat, and installing the BHR ignition kit, I now average 22mpg...I was just one of the lucky few...Unless there are issues which are hindering your performance, chances are your gas mileage won't change...Like Supernaut6 said, drive it like you stole it.
#8
Anyone have a reliable and reasonable source for coils and plugs in canada? I stopped by the local mazda dealer and the prices seemed high (almost $700 for 4 coils and 4 plugs).
#11
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I bought a 2011 Ford Fiesta and now I get 40 MPG in daily driving... lol
Now I don't worry about gas consumption when I chose to drive the RX8
I'm still doing several mods such as BHR ignition, high flow cat and Sohn.
BHR ignition and plugs is less than C$700
Now I don't worry about gas consumption when I chose to drive the RX8
I'm still doing several mods such as BHR ignition, high flow cat and Sohn.
BHR ignition and plugs is less than C$700
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Anyone who is in the market for an RX-8 and wants to optimize fuel mileage might consider getting an automatic. They are much higher geared in 5th and 6th than the manuals, reducing cruising RPM by about 30%.
Over 35,000 miles mine has consistently averaged 24 mpg almost every tank. Last weekend I drove from Orange County to Palm Springs, making the trip in 1 hour 20 minutes (so I was not driving for fuel mileage), and my scangauge showed an average consumption of almost 27 mpg. The return trip showed 26 mpg. It's going to get about 400 miles out of this tank before I re-fuel.
Over 35,000 miles mine has consistently averaged 24 mpg almost every tank. Last weekend I drove from Orange County to Palm Springs, making the trip in 1 hour 20 minutes (so I was not driving for fuel mileage), and my scangauge showed an average consumption of almost 27 mpg. The return trip showed 26 mpg. It's going to get about 400 miles out of this tank before I re-fuel.
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I could get slightly better mileage, but i prefer the fun per dollar, over gallons per mile. I mean really milking it i can get 2 to 3 MPG better. If you think about it, it's really only saving you a few bucks a week. The popping and crackling and flames of the exhaust, high rpm through twisties and opening it up on on-ramps is worth way more.
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Hi there, just bought my first rx8 (used 2006 52000kms). Very happy with all aspects of the car however ive noticed it guzels gas. Im well aware that im driving a sports car of sorts and im not expecting hybrid style econanmy but ive killed a quarter tank (not driving like an angry teenager) in only 60-70 kms. After going through some of the faqs i figure that the plugs and coils probably need replacing as im assuming the past owner did niether. Are these both things that can be accomplished by someone who has little experience? Also is it recomended to keep the oil topped all the way up? My gauge currently reads about 3/4 full and could this have anything to do with fuel effiecencey?
Please do not flame, i have read through a number of faqs and the beginers guide i would however like to solidify an answer before i start any sort of project.
Thanks
Please do not flame, i have read through a number of faqs and the beginers guide i would however like to solidify an answer before i start any sort of project.
Thanks
2. The oil gauge measures pressure, not fill level, although it is not an accurate gauge of oil pressure (more like an idiot light). Check the fill level using the dipstick.
3. Get a maintenance history if you can. If it was dealer serviced they should be able to call up the records at that dealer using the VIN.
4. No need to rush into coils replacement unless you have symptoms (in my case, throttle hesitation just above idle). The plugs should be changed without fail every 50,000 km (I think this is the factory recommendation).
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I get between 10-20 smiles per gallon, and it's the only gasoline measurement I'm interested in.
Soooo many MPG threads, I don't understand why it is still a discussion topic.
Soooo many MPG threads, I don't understand why it is still a discussion topic.
#23
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^ the on ramp of off hwy 15 west to on the 401 mmmmm my fav lol, yeah i dunno why mines like that.. my next goal after my brakes is to get rid of my cat ( not the animal my wife would kill me )