glide question

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Main Forum' started by rxsrule, Jul 3, 2009.

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  1. Flying White Dutchman

    Flying White Dutchman Senior Member

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    well agains the better in me i will try the fast acc. instead of slow to see if i get better mpg's
     
    #21 Flying White Dutchman, Jul 6, 2009
  2. patsparks

    patsparks An Aussie perspective

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    Actually I found I could get better overall economy by accelerating hard up to 60km/h then lifting off and selecting 5th gear from second at 60km/h. Combined with neutral coasting, forced fuel injection shutoff on downhill runs, and timing traffic lights I lowered consumption by about 12 to 15% over my "normal" driving.
     
    #22 patsparks, Jul 6, 2009
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