93 LT1 Expected Average Gas Mileage.
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Heel & Toe
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From: Old Hickory TN
93 LT1 Expected Average Gas Mileage.
I bought my 93 in Janurary and have been averaging 20 to 21 mpg around town. My buddies who own C4's with LT1's say they would expect high 20's to almost 30 mpg. This sounds very high for a V8 around town. I am burning premium and the car has 100,000+ miles. I changed the plug wires and checked the plugs (looked good) and the car is running great. Should it get better mileage and should I do something to improve. :confused:
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From: Mountain View California
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Re: 93 LT1 Expected Average Gas Mileage. (kennyjohnson)
Dang! My '95 6spd only gets about 12~14 in town but I've seen 33 MPG on hgy long trips...
Maybe I should quit riding around in 3rd... :crazy: :lol:
Maybe I should quit riding around in 3rd... :crazy: :lol:
Pro
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From: York PA
Re: 93 LT1 Expected Average Gas Mileage. (Mystic '95)
I average about 18 mpg around town in my 93 6spd w/ 3.54 rear. I think it all depends on how much you have your foot in it. Mine is not a daily driver so, I don't really care much about the, gas mileage.
Safety Car
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From: Windermere FL
Re: 93 LT1 Expected Average Gas Mileage. (HTRK-1)
I average 26 highway, 20 mixed 50/50 city highway driving. Depends on how you drive. This is with 82K, an M6, heavy sub box, on a vert and using the gas liberally. ;)
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From: Alive and well in Burlington NC
Re: 93 LT1 Expected Average Gas Mileage. (kennyjohnson)
I bought my 93 in Janurary and have been averaging 20 to 21 mpg around town. My buddies who own C4's with LT1's say they would expect high 20's to almost 30 mpg. :confused:
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Heel & Toe
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From: Old Hickory TN
Re: 93 LT1 Expected Average Gas Mileage. (Steel Blue 91)
Thanks for the feedback. I'm feeling much better about what I am seeing. I will continue to watch and see if the new plug wires have made a difference. :steering:
Racer
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From: Sumter South Carolina
Re: 93 LT1 Expected Average Gas Mileage. (kennyjohnson)
Man, I have a lead foot around town. I get an average of 19 mpg with 50/50 driving, but I get around 31 on the highway and even saw 34 once! This is with the mods you see below. Sixth gear is great!
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From: Tampa FL
Re: 93 LT1 Expected Average Gas Mileage. (kennyjohnson)
More info...
Stock 93 auto
I regularly get 22 mpg in the Tampa area. When I feel the need for speed or when I'm stuck in traffic for several days, ten I get aroung 19 to 20 mpg. Highway mileage at a consistent 85 to 90 mph gets me about 28 mpg.
Stock 93 auto
I regularly get 22 mpg in the Tampa area. When I feel the need for speed or when I'm stuck in traffic for several days, ten I get aroung 19 to 20 mpg. Highway mileage at a consistent 85 to 90 mph gets me about 28 mpg.
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From: Micco FL
Re: 93 LT1 Expected Average Gas Mileage. (kennyjohnson)
Welcome to the forum and congradulations on the new Vette.
My 92 LT1 overall is 21 MPH, 1-18 in local (depends how big the right foot is that particular day) and 20-35 cruise. 80 MPH with the cruise control set on the interstate is 24-28 depending on the wind and weather, 30-45 MPH cruise is about 30-35 MPH.
Enjoy the Vette and see you around the forum...the best place for info.
My 92 LT1 overall is 21 MPH, 1-18 in local (depends how big the right foot is that particular day) and 20-35 cruise. 80 MPH with the cruise control set on the interstate is 24-28 depending on the wind and weather, 30-45 MPH cruise is about 30-35 MPH.
Enjoy the Vette and see you around the forum...the best place for info.
Drifting
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From: OKC Oklahoma
Re: 93 LT1 Expected Average Gas Mileage. (BrianandDenise)
95 auto 55k miles average 18.0 mph, I baby it.
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going down hills without pressing on the accelerator though i do sometimes get 99 MPG, but that only lasts a few seconds :lol: i'm a dork...it would be so much funnier if you could hear my sarchasm :p:
Melting Slicks
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From: San Diego CA
Re: 93 LT1 Expected Average Gas Mileage. (kennyjohnson)
Your mileage will drop the longer you have the car :D . You'll find yourself exiting corners just a bit faster, braking later, blowing off a Mustang or two (just because they deserve it).
My wife is down to about 15mpg city 18mpg highway. Now she hunts for Vipers in the distance :crazy: .
My wife is down to about 15mpg city 18mpg highway. Now she hunts for Vipers in the distance :crazy: .
Burning Brakes
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From: Washington MO
Re: 93 LT1 Expected Average Gas Mileage. (kennyjohnson)
My 94 six speed convertible with 3:45 rear end, driven daily to work(8 miles each way) only averages 15 mpg. I'd be real happy with 20+ :yesnod:
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