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usnatclee · 06-10-2012, 10:51 PM

I have been seriously contemplating trading in my wife's V6 for an SS. The only thing stopping me is gas mileage. So my question to you is...What kind of gas mileage are yall getting on your SS while taking it easy while driving?

Dtrimpi87 · 06-10-2012, 10:53 PM

15 city 25 highway

usnatclee · 06-10-2012, 10:55 PM

I know what the advertised is just wanna see if that is actually what yall get.

Dtrimpi87 · 06-10-2012, 10:59 PM

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Originally Posted by usnatclee

I know what the advertised is just wanna see if that is actually what yall get.

That IS what I get

mikester0612 · 06-10-2012, 11:00 PM

It all depends on how you drive it and whether you are going to be in traffic and constantly stopping and going. I go through traffic all day and I get around 14. But now that I put in a CAI, im getting around 17 or so...

Silverlsinva · 06-10-2012, 11:05 PM

19.5 in mixed driving/ a lil sprited i would say.

usnatclee · 06-10-2012, 11:05 PM

That is what I was afraid of. I have a 2011 Tundra too and can't afford to have 2 vehicles that get that bad of gas mileage. Maybe if I make LDO (officer in the USN) I can afford to upgrade. Right now E6 pay just won't allow that. Thanks yall.

Jason@JacFab · 06-10-2012, 11:10 PM

100% Rural city area, my dic is usually between 18-19 mpg if I'm taking er easy. Work is about 3 miles from my house, and on a typical day, I probably drive about 20 miles by the time I do the night run to ups to drop packages.

brandonrr · 06-10-2012, 11:17 PM

from what i've seen, you can expect a 5-6mpg drop from what you are currently getting if you use the same amount of throttle and same driving conditions. you will go a little faster like this though, so if you use less throttle, you would probably only lose 4-5mpg trading up to the SS.

i have seen people say the SS is an absolutely huge difference in power over the V6, but i have also seen people say the difference isn't really all that big, especially if you are in the high RPMs.

edit: between the higher car payment, the higher insurance, and higher gas budget needed, be sure to really crunch the numbers first, to see if it would be a financial decision that is worth the total cost difference for you.

SS King · 06-10-2012, 11:18 PM

11.5 city 23 hwy

Li0nel1234 · 06-10-2012, 11:31 PM

I haven't reset my MPG reading ever. I've averaged 19.4, with all the autocrossing, drag days, etc... I drive easy when I'm in public.

usnatclee · 06-10-2012, 11:36 PM

I think I am just going to keep this for now. She likes it and I like my truck. At some point I will upgrade to an SS or just buy one for myself when I pay off the truck so then Ill have 2 paid off vehicles and can just buy myself an SS for a toy.

brandonrr · 06-10-2012, 11:39 PM

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Originally Posted by usnatclee

I think I am just going to keep this for now. She likes it and I like my truck. At some point I will upgrade to an SS or just buy one for myself when I pay off the truck so then Ill have 2 paid off vehicles and can just buy myself an SS for a toy.

that would probably be the best idea. besides, you have a 2012 with the LFX engine. isn't that enough power? if you really want more "get up an go" out of your car, i would get a differential with a higher ratio. the 2LS has a very low ratio diff that robs a lot of torque from the car.

litle88 · 06-10-2012, 11:40 PM

If your worried about gas mileage forget it bud, you'll be hooked ASAP. Lol

06-10-2012, 10:51 PM	#1
usnatclee Drives: '12 2SS/RS, '13 Vette, '13 Wrangler Join Date: May 2012 Location: wherever the Navy sends me Posts: 740	Real World Gas mileage I have been seriously contemplating trading in my wife's V6 for an SS. The only thing stopping me is gas mileage. So my question to you is...What kind of gas mileage are yall getting on your SS while taking it easy while driving? __________________ 2012 Camaro Ashen Grey Metallic 2SS/RS "Timberwolf". Custom exhaust, RX oil catch can and oil breather, CAI inc intake, SLP 160* thermostat, TSP 2" LT headers w/ off road pipes, custom cam, tuned. 467rwhp 450rwtq. 2013 Corvette Torch Red LS3. 378rwhp/375rwtq SAE corrected, tuned. ROCK CHALK JAYHAWK GO KU!

06-10-2012, 10:55 PM	#3
usnatclee Drives: '12 2SS/RS, '13 Vette, '13 Wrangler Join Date: May 2012 Location: wherever the Navy sends me Posts: 740	I know what the advertised is just wanna see if that is actually what yall get. __________________ 2012 Camaro Ashen Grey Metallic 2SS/RS "Timberwolf". Custom exhaust, RX oil catch can and oil breather, CAI inc intake, SLP 160* thermostat, TSP 2" LT headers w/ off road pipes, custom cam, tuned. 467rwhp 450rwtq. 2013 Corvette Torch Red LS3. 378rwhp/375rwtq SAE corrected, tuned. ROCK CHALK JAYHAWK GO KU!

06-10-2012, 11:00 PM	#5
mikester0612 Camaro 5 Muscle Drives: 2010 CGM 2SS/RS L99 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Miami, FL Posts: 703 View My Garage	It all depends on how you drive it and whether you are going to be in traffic and constantly stopping and going. I go through traffic all day and I get around 14. But now that I put in a CAI, im getting around 17 or so... __________________ TSW Donington 22" Matte Black / Corsa Cat-Back Exhaust / Kooks Signature Stepped Headers 1 3/4" - 1 7/8" / High Flow Cats / Custom Tune / CAI Cold Air Intake / BMR 1" Lowering Springs / VMax Ported Throttle Body / Heritage Grill / Havoc Rear Diffuser

06-10-2012, 11:05 PM	#7
usnatclee Drives: '12 2SS/RS, '13 Vette, '13 Wrangler Join Date: May 2012 Location: wherever the Navy sends me Posts: 740	That is what I was afraid of. I have a 2011 Tundra too and can't afford to have 2 vehicles that get that bad of gas mileage. Maybe if I make LDO (officer in the USN) I can afford to upgrade. Right now E6 pay just won't allow that. Thanks yall. __________________ 2012 Camaro Ashen Grey Metallic 2SS/RS "Timberwolf". Custom exhaust, RX oil catch can and oil breather, CAI inc intake, SLP 160* thermostat, TSP 2" LT headers w/ off road pipes, custom cam, tuned. 467rwhp 450rwtq. 2013 Corvette Torch Red LS3. 378rwhp/375rwtq SAE corrected, tuned. ROCK CHALK JAYHAWK GO KU!

06-10-2012, 11:18 PM	#10
SS King Drives: a Panty Dropper Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Dehi Posts: 478	11.5 city 23 hwy __________________

06-10-2012, 10:53 PM	#2
Dtrimpi87 Banned Drives: 2010 2SS/RS A6 & 2011 1LT/RS Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 3,491	15 city 25 highway

06-10-2012, 11:05 PM	#6
Silverlsinva Drives: 2013 Fiat 500 Abarth Grigio Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Manassas, Va Posts: 3,124	19.5 in mixed driving/ a lil sprited i would say.

06-10-2012, 11:10 PM	#8
Jason@JacFab Drives: 2016 1LT RS Camaro; 72 Chevelle Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Central Point, OR Posts: 5,688 View My Garage	100% Rural city area, my dic is usually between 18-19 mpg if I'm taking er easy. Work is about 3 miles from my house, and on a typical day, I probably drive about 20 miles by the time I do the night run to ups to drop packages.

06-10-2012, 11:17 PM	#9
brandonrr LFX is not the average V6 Drives: 2011 Mustang GT 5.0 Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 314	from what i've seen, you can expect a 5-6mpg drop from what you are currently getting if you use the same amount of throttle and same driving conditions. you will go a little faster like this though, so if you use less throttle, you would probably only lose 4-5mpg trading up to the SS. i have seen people say the SS is an absolutely huge difference in power over the V6, but i have also seen people say the difference isn't really all that big, especially if you are in the high RPMs. edit: between the higher car payment, the higher insurance, and higher gas budget needed, be sure to really crunch the numbers first, to see if it would be a financial decision that is worth the total cost difference for you.

06-10-2012, 11:31 PM	#11
Li0nel1234 What should I name my car Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS RS IOM Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 786 View My Garage	I haven't reset my MPG reading ever. I've averaged 19.4, with all the autocrossing, drag days, etc... I drive easy when I'm in public. __________________ Performance: ARH 2"/"3 headers + ARH 3" HF catback system, SS brake lines, hawk HP+ pads, motul RBF 600 fluid, K&N CAI (w/custom insulation), plug wires, air scoop, Hurst STS, Pedders Track II suspension, 18x10 wheels, 295/45/18 Nitto NT05s Looks: powder coated iom calipers, LED foglights w/ always on harness, custom painted bowties, window tint, smoke tinted tail lights etc, oem gfx w/ custom outlets, painted taillight bezels, all weather trunk mat

06-10-2012, 11:36 PM	#12
usnatclee Drives: '12 2SS/RS, '13 Vette, '13 Wrangler Join Date: May 2012 Location: wherever the Navy sends me Posts: 740	I think I am just going to keep this for now. She likes it and I like my truck. At some point I will upgrade to an SS or just buy one for myself when I pay off the truck so then Ill have 2 paid off vehicles and can just buy myself an SS for a toy. __________________ 2012 Camaro Ashen Grey Metallic 2SS/RS "Timberwolf". Custom exhaust, RX oil catch can and oil breather, CAI inc intake, SLP 160* thermostat, TSP 2" LT headers w/ off road pipes, custom cam, tuned. 467rwhp 450rwtq. 2013 Corvette Torch Red LS3. 378rwhp/375rwtq SAE corrected, tuned. ROCK CHALK JAYHAWK GO KU!

06-10-2012, 11:40 PM	#14
litle88 V8 Lounge member #2 Drives: 2001 Ws6 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Burbank,IL Posts: 6,373	If your worried about gas mileage forget it bud, you'll be hooked ASAP. Lol __________________ 2001 ws6, 40k miles, Ls3 416 stroker, short block built by PER the rest by me. LPE Ls3 heads milled to 12-1 comp, FAST 102, NW 102, kooks 2", dual DMH cutouts, Magnaflow C/B, BTR cam + springs. Full UMI suspension.