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JoelC707
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join:2002-07-09
Lanett, AL

JoelC707 to numbersho

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Re: Making the numbers work on a new(ish) vehicle

Yeah, its looking like the better deal is to keep the car until its dead and use the money to save for a new one and/or pay off other things faster. FWIW, I think you're right on 38-40 being optimistic for a gas engine. My fiance really likes the new Dart and the Aero submodel (small turbo engine) gets 40 EPA but Fuelly only sticks it at 32-34. Of course those could be more city driving than highway but still.
rody_44
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join:2004-02-20
Quakertown, PA

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rody_44

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My son just purchased a new ford focus 2014. Its a small 4 cylinder twin turbo engine. FWIW he is getting 24 mpg on it with 50/50 highway use. Its rated 28/40. Not many cars get near what they claim. Im thinking it has something to do with all the ethanol we have in our gas. In your case im guessing simply dropping collision would save more than the gas mileage saved on a new car. Unless your wife wants to drive around in a matchbox. Leaving hybrids out of the equation.