Opinion needed re: change in mileage

Marg · Oct 29, 2004

Here in Manitoba I've noticed quite a difference running Mohawk Ethanol and regular unleaded: 5.3 l per 100km on Ethanol vs 4.7-4.9 l per 100km. That works out to about a 4 MPG difference. In Canada, we also have to deal with MMT in regular unleaded, as it appears the Ethyl Corp has substantial influence over the Canadian government. So I have the choice of minimizing my MMT use by running Ethanol and losing fuel economy, or taking the chance that regular unleaded with MMT will eventually damage my oxygen sensors and catalytic converters. In Ontario, the Toronto area uses oxygenated fuels in winter to help reduce emissions. Not sure about other areas of Canada.
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We've noticed a difference when using 10% ethanol as well, but not quite so much -- maybe only 0.2 litres per 100 km or so. I've heard that Sunoco stations have MMT-free gas, but I don't know for sure.

TheMaskedMan · Oct 29, 2004

Yep, it's very true. As it gets colder out, the MPGs respond in kind. Having owned my Prius since January (been through 1 Winter already) I'm ready for the longer warm ups, use of the heater and lower MPGs. But it's still a great vehicle!

Canuck · Oct 29, 2004

I learn something new every day. Thanks for the link, Marg

DaveinOlyWA · Oct 29, 2004

thank you as a matter of fact it does clear up things.

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