2008 535i MPG Question!!
11-16-2010, 08:54 AM
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i'm hoping i can get that too!! my VANOS solenoid and a camshaft solenoid were just replaced under warranty. they said i should expect the 15-16mpg to go up by a couple in my 07 530i.
11-16-2010, 08:57 AM
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~20mpg's on my 08 535i (all in D mode, rarely in DS mode)
60/40 street to freeway driving...
60/40 street to freeway driving...
11-16-2010, 09:05 AM
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I used to get about 8-10 on my Saleen Mustang, but it had a supercharger on it putting out 12lbs of boost (~550hp at the crank). I am sure I could have gotten better but when you have that much power available it's hard to stay off the pedal..too much fun!!
11-16-2010, 09:07 AM
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My Ride: 2012 535i X-driveSpace Grey/Black Dakota, Fineline Anthracite Trim; Executive Package (Rear View, Lumbar, Nav, Voice, SIRIUS, HiFi Pro) Technology Package (Hi Beam Assist, Lane Departure, Blind Spot Detection, Surround View) BMW Apps (Apps, Smart Pho
Model Year: 2012
Best ever on highway, cruise on and set at 110km/h(68mph) with no city driving= 37.6 mpg
Worst ever, 100% city driving in heavy stop and go traffic= 17.1 mpg
Both numbers are very comparable to my retired 325i.
Conclusion: Excellent power for a reasonable mpg price. BTW, Premium gas in Toronto is $1.22/L. or $4.62/ US gal.
Worst ever, 100% city driving in heavy stop and go traffic= 17.1 mpg
Both numbers are very comparable to my retired 325i.
Conclusion: Excellent power for a reasonable mpg price. BTW, Premium gas in Toronto is $1.22/L. or $4.62/ US gal.
11-16-2010, 11:03 AM
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Best ever on highway, cruise on and set at 110km/h(68mph) with no city driving= 37.6 mpg
Worst ever, 100% city driving in heavy stop and go traffic= 17.1 mpg
Both numbers are very comparable to my retired 325i.
Conclusion: Excellent power for a reasonable mpg price. BTW, Premium gas in Toronto is $1.22/L. or $4.62/ US gal.
Worst ever, 100% city driving in heavy stop and go traffic= 17.1 mpg
Both numbers are very comparable to my retired 325i.
Conclusion: Excellent power for a reasonable mpg price. BTW, Premium gas in Toronto is $1.22/L. or $4.62/ US gal.
11-16-2010, 11:29 AM
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06 -530i - with 36,000 miles, I used to get 26mpg on stock setup.
When I upgraded my wheels to
245/40/19 on the front and 275/35/19 on the rear.
I get about 21 mpg 50% city 50% highway. I have the Juce box on my car also that is set to 100% performance and 100% throtle response
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When I upgraded my wheels to
245/40/19 on the front and 275/35/19 on the rear.
I get about 21 mpg 50% city 50% highway. I have the Juce box on my car also that is set to 100% performance and 100% throtle response
.
11-16-2010, 11:36 AM
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I average around 34 mpg on the freeway (gotten up to 40-43mpg before) and about 18 in the city lol (damn sprint booster).
07 530- 80k miles
07 530- 80k miles
11-16-2010, 11:37 AM
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06 -530i - with 36,000 miles, I used to get 26mpg on stock setup.
When I upgraded my wheels to
245/40/19 on the front and 275/35/19 on the rear.
I get about 21 mpg 50% city 50% highway. I have the Juce box on my car also that is set to 100% performance and 100% throtle response .
When I upgraded my wheels to
245/40/19 on the front and 275/35/19 on the rear.
I get about 21 mpg 50% city 50% highway. I have the Juce box on my car also that is set to 100% performance and 100% throtle response
.
11-16-2010, 12:00 PM
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do any of you also reset and read what your average MPH is over a tank of gas? not MPG, MPH. that will tell the truth when it comes to how much city driving you're really putting in. my average MPH over a tank of gas is about 25 MPH, which equals about 16 MPG in my car. the one time i averaged 36 MPH i got 18.6 MPG. if your average speed is over 40 MPH, you're probably driving at least 70% of your tank in highway conditions, even if you are living in a city. it makes a huge difference in mileage calculations.
theracerboss--you do know changing tire sizes changes odometer readings?
theracerboss--you do know changing tire sizes changes odometer readings?
11-16-2010, 12:23 PM
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