Would you agree that there is a considerable difference in fuel consumption between cruising at '55' and '70' MPH within the petrol range? Not taking into consideration engine variants?
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Fuel Consumption?
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IainMW
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Re: Fuel Consumption?
It's not just the petrol engine Megane's that are more efficient when cruising at slower speeds the Diesels are too.
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Re: Fuel Consumption?
definitely, my mpg goes up 5-7mpg when i drop to 55 from 70.
Megane II dynamique 1.9 DCI 120bhp, 5 door, 52 plate.
Re: Fuel Consumption?
Yes, but I would say it depends on where on the rev range your maximum torque is
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