450+ Miles on one tank

Bay Area Z · 10-19-2018, 01:09 AM

I just returned from a trip to Los Angeles (from San Francisco) and managed 450 miles on one tank. It's my first long distance trip in the Z and I'm impressed to say the least. Their MPG estimates are pretty spot on.

I was able to replicate this distance coming back. Traffic was minimal both ways and cruise control was active most of the time. The miles estimator stated I had about 30 miles before empty.

Don't let anyone tell you the Z isn't efficient!

Mike_O_Nite · 10-19-2018, 01:18 AM

That.is.awesome!

Trying to think if I’ve cracked 300 miles on a tank, hmm?

danegrey · 10-19-2018, 06:10 AM

yes, that is great, I am amazed myself at times what the mileage is....

bunk · 10-19-2018, 07:07 AM

I do a ton of driving in traffic. I see my mpg drop to about 21mpg. When Im doing long distance to Arizona Ill get 23mpg if Im doing ~80mph. When I drive like an old lady stay at the speed limit and dont do any spirited driving, I can get 26-27mpg on the whole tank of gas

mini_cal · 10-19-2018, 08:27 AM

Wow that is crazy! I was actually thinking about hitting over 700km/400+miles during my commute to work this morning haha.

I do about 60% city, 40% highway and I regularly get just over 600km (~370 miles) out of my tank.

Although I find my fuel economy computer inaccurate because it says I get 9.1L/100km (25.8mpg) but I track my fuel ups with Fuelly and get 10 to 10.5l/km (23.5-22.4mpg)

SG4247 · 10-19-2018, 09:36 AM

Wow! I am lucky to get 280 miles on one tank with my Z.

E85 N/A

Zingston · 10-19-2018, 10:17 AM

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Originally Posted by SG4247

Wow! I am lucky to get 280 miles on one tank with my Z.

E85 N/A

Buy lighter shoes.

MZ DAIZY · 10-19-2018, 05:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bay Area Z

I just returned from a trip to Los Angeles (from San Francisco) and managed 450 miles on one tank. It's my first long distance trip in the Z and I'm impressed to say the least. Their MPG estimates are pretty spot on.

I was able to replicate this distance coming back. Traffic was minimal both ways and cruise control was active most of the time. The miles estimator stated I had about 30 miles before empty.

Don't let anyone tell you the Z isn't efficient!

I think a lot has to do with the 19 gallon tank?

ChopsZ · 10-19-2018, 05:34 PM

My brother just traded in his bone stock '16 Sport MT and bragged about getting 400 - 430 to a tank all the time.

I bragged right back that I almost got 220 to a tank. LOL

Then again, I drive my Z like it's meant to be driven. There's not a day that goes by that it doesn't see redline at least once.

mishuko · 10-21-2018, 01:58 PM

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Originally Posted by mini_cal

Wow that is crazy! I was actually thinking about hitting over 700km/400+miles during my commute to work this morning haha.

I do about 60% city, 40% highway and I regularly get just over 600km (~370 miles) out of my tank.

Although I find my fuel economy computer inaccurate because it says I get 9.1L/100km (25.8mpg) but I track my fuel ups with Fuelly and get 10 to 10.5l/km (23.5-22.4mpg)

Wut how? So my last fuel up was 33L for 190km or about 17l/100km

The computer is showing 13.4 lol my old car id get a bit better. I blame the shorter ratio causing quicker spooling. And constant redlining lol

Quote:

Originally Posted by ChopsZ

My brother just traded in his bone stock '16 Sport MT and bragged about getting 400 - 430 to a tank all the time.

I bragged right back that I almost got 220 to a tank. LOL

Then again, I drive my Z like it's meant to be driven. There's not a day that goes by that it doesn't see redline at least once.

Thats my boy. Get those liquids to operating temps and send it!

ChopsZ · 10-21-2018, 10:22 PM

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Originally Posted by mishuko

Thats my boy. Get those liquids to operating temps and send it!

LOL! I can only manage about 210*F oil temps in the 4.5 mile city trips I make back and forth to work.

JARblue · 10-22-2018, 07:55 AM

A few forum members have hit the 500 mile mark on a single tank. I've done it once - wasn't worth it. I'd rather get 100 miles on a tank

mishuko · 10-22-2018, 09:00 AM

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Originally Posted by JARblue

A few forum members have hit the 500 mile mark on a single tank. I've done it once - wasn't worth it. I'd rather get 100 miles on a tank

On my road trips i avg 10/100km.

Would equate to 720km or so. I am sure if i didnt launch at every turn pike or drop to 4th to overtake or just hoon it a bit or avg over 120 (vs 110 or so) i could get more. But your point -why tho? Lol

Send it! It aint smiles per 100km for nothin

nis350 · 10-22-2018, 09:59 PM

it has an 19 gallon tank.... it gets pretty good gas mileage if you cruise at fwy speed, especially without air cond. on.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bay Area Z

I just returned from a trip to Los Angeles (from San Francisco) and managed 450 miles on one tank. It's my first long distance trip in the Z and I'm impressed to say the least. Their MPG estimates are pretty spot on.

I was able to replicate this distance coming back. Traffic was minimal both ways and cruise control was active most of the time. The miles estimator stated I had about 30 miles before empty.

Don't let anyone tell you the Z isn't efficient!

JLarson · 10-25-2018, 12:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JARblue

A few forum members have hit the 500 mile mark on a single tank. I've done it once - wasn't worth it. I'd rather get 100 miles on a tank

Accurate. Just had this conversation with my wife. I turn off the mpg estimates, I don't want to know - I just want to enjoy it. The moment I start thinking about fuel efficiency, I stop having fun. If I wanted fuel economy I'd buy a prius - or a fit

10-19-2018, 01:09 AM	#1 (permalink)
Bay Area Z Base Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: San Leandro Posts: 72 Drives: 09 370Z S,T,M6 Rep Power: 6	450+ Miles on one tank I just returned from a trip to Los Angeles (from San Francisco) and managed 450 miles on one tank. It's my first long distance trip in the Z and I'm impressed to say the least. Their MPG estimates are pretty spot on. I was able to replicate this distance coming back. Traffic was minimal both ways and cruise control was active most of the time. The miles estimator stated I had about 30 miles before empty. Don't let anyone tell you the Z isn't efficient! Mike_O_Nite likes this.

10-19-2018, 06:10 AM	#3 (permalink)
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bunk A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Southern California Posts: 4,077 Drives: 2010 370z Roadster Rep Power: 2684369	I do a ton of driving in traffic. I see my mpg drop to about 21mpg. When Im doing long distance to Arizona Ill get 23mpg if Im doing ~80mph. When I drive like an old lady stay at the speed limit and dont do any spirited driving, I can get 26-27mpg on the whole tank of gas __________________ -Drop in K&N Filter -Invidia Gemini CBE -Z1 Oil Cooler -Swift Springs - EcuTek -Forgestar F14 -SPL Camber Links -Akebono BBK Upgrade -Z1 Premium SS Lines -SPL Diff Bushings -SPL FUCAs - BellRaceworks Diff Brace

10-19-2018, 05:34 PM	#9 (permalink)
ChopsZ Track Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: Central Florida Age: 48 Posts: 965 Drives: 2016 370Z GM 6MT Rep Power: 2300	My brother just traded in his bone stock '16 Sport MT and bragged about getting 400 - 430 to a tank all the time. I bragged right back that I almost got 220 to a tank. LOL Then again, I drive my Z like it's meant to be driven. There's not a day that goes by that it doesn't see redline at least once. danegrey, wideglideleon, envisous and 3 others like this. __________________ She's For Sale! PERFORMANCE: Aero Workz \| Akebono \| BC Racing \| EcuTek \| HKS \| MaxBore \| Motordyne \| Nismo \| RJM \| SPL \| StopTech \| Z1 AUDIO: Arc Audio \| Bazooka \| Helix \| Pioneer \| Stereo Integrity

10-22-2018, 07:55 AM	#12 (permalink)
JARblue A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Austin, TX Age: 43 Posts: 36,449 Drives: 11 Z34, 98 E36 M3 Rep Power: 2684440	A few forum members have hit the 500 mile mark on a single tank. I've done it once - wasn't worth it. I'd rather get 100 miles on a tank Montez, madwi and mishuko like this. __________________ 2011 370Z 6MT Sport Gun Metallic \| ARC \| CJM \| Ecutek \| FI \| Fujimura \| R2C \| SPL \| Stillen \| TWM \| Z1 \| ZSpeed \|

10-19-2018, 01:18 AM	#2 (permalink)
Mike_O_Nite Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 432 Drives: 2017 370Z Sport Rep Power: 8	That.is.awesome! Trying to think if I’ve cracked 300 miles on a tank, hmm?

10-19-2018, 08:27 AM	#5 (permalink)
mini_cal Base Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Toronto, Ontario Posts: 64 Drives: 19 370Z Heritage Rep Power: 6	Wow that is crazy! I was actually thinking about hitting over 700km/400+miles during my commute to work this morning haha. I do about 60% city, 40% highway and I regularly get just over 600km (~370 miles) out of my tank. Although I find my fuel economy computer inaccurate because it says I get 9.1L/100km (25.8mpg) but I track my fuel ups with Fuelly and get 10 to 10.5l/km (23.5-22.4mpg)

10-19-2018, 09:36 AM	#6 (permalink)
SG4247 Track Member Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: OKC Posts: 723 Drives: 2010 touring Rep Power: 4486	Wow! I am lucky to get 280 miles on one tank with my Z. E85 N/A

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