Toyota Prius: Down to 37 mpg average per tank.

Seems the A/C really drops the mileage, maybe 15-20% or more. With daytime
temps running close to 110 degrees, the A/C runs almost constantly and fan
speed is almost always high.

However, the car does stay quite cool and comfortable. Just the mileage
take a big hit. Must be running off the main battery more than the gas
engine.

B~

On Thu, 27 Jul 2006 13:47:33 -0500, "Bill" <now> wrote:

This afternoon I got about 50mph avg.. for a 30 min highway trip. On
the display it also shown that for a 5 min period it did an avg.. of
75mph! (not flat road at times).

Later in the day after coming from work to home I found that I was
getting my best mileage (50+) while driving just shy of 50mph. Also
with the A/C running (not all the time - turn off when accelerating)
on a 85+ HUMID day.

Our new "Baby"

Born: July 22, 2006
Type: 2006 Prius (Classic Silver) w/pkg # 3 plus some extras
Miles: 250+ (still in its break-in period) - had 10miles
under it's belt when slapped on it's bottom.

Impressions so far: WOW!!!