Is 84mpg Even Possible?

[Elf]

1,250 lbs and the Elio isn't nearly as wide as the corvette.. well, the Cabin isn't.

That's correct ,the Elio weight is about a third ,better areo and probably 300 less hp .I really think that 85 mpg or better can be obtained .

 

[Adamant]

Paul Elio makes it seem like we should get 84mpg on the highway without having to do all that extra burdensome hypermiling stuff. Hope he's right.

Then if we do put in all the extra work to hypermile it, hopefully we can beat the 124mpg record.

 

[Adamant]

The base C5 Corvette weighs about 3400 lbs ,LS1 360 hp can achieve 34 mpg cruising at 75-80 mph .Areo is a key part of the equation .I haven't. seen the estimated weight on the Elio

Jesus, that's actually fantastic! I'm really hoping we can achieve the 84mpg while moving at the speed limit of 70mph. If not, then hopefully it'll make it to at least the 70s (mpg) at that speed.

 

[Muzhik]

I always figured "84 mpg" was a figure that would be obtained by using test vehicle driven by some skinny 100lb driver, etc. If it gets over 60mpg, that will be more than enough for me. This is considering that my 49cc scooter, carrying a 200+ lb payload (me), got around 70 mpg.plus or minus.

 

[WilliamH]

I always figured "84 mpg" was a figure that would be obtained by using test vehicle driven by some skinny 100lb driver, etc. If it gets over 60mpg, that will be more than enough for me. This is considering that my 49cc scooter, carrying a 200+ lb payload (me), got around 70 mpg.plus or minus.

They don't check mileage that way.
Here's the link ------> https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/fe_test_schedules.shtml <---------

 

[Muzhik]

They don't check mileage that way.
Here's the link ------> https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/fe_test_schedules.shtml <---------

Ahh! That's what they WANT you to believe!

 

[Smitty901]

Some times the tricks they use to get a little more mileage are not worth it. Tires are an example some they use now have a little less roll resistance .
But the side walls are not very strong. and traction is not what it should be. I would rather give up a little and avoid things like that.

 

[Rob Croson]

The base C5 Corvette weighs about 3400 lbs ,LS1 360 hp can achieve 34 mpg cruising at 75-80 mph .Areo is a key part of the equation.

Im not impressed. My Grand Caravan gets almost 30mpg when cruising on the highway. And its only slightly more aerodynamic than a brick! You'd think something as aerodynamic as the corvette could do better.

 

[Elio Amazed]

Im not impressed. My Grand Caravan gets almost 30mpg when cruising on the highway. And its only slightly more aerodynamic than a brick! You'd think something as aerodynamic as the corvette could do better.

Put the Corvette engine in your van and then see what it gets.
Let us know and have fun winning all those 'sleeper at the stoplight' races.

 

[Ian442]

I am a Grand Caravan owner too

Have an 06 3.3 that soldiers on