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robotfighter · 10-13-2015, 12:05 PM

So, several years ago I got my V6 and noted right away that mileage was not great. I was averaging 13 MPG. This was mostly because the engine wasn't fully broken in and because I was driving like an asshole. So fast-forward to the present - I now have a cold air intake system, have calmed down slightly behind the pedal, and see an average of 20 MPG over the life of the car.

I also have a Chevy Volt as a daily driver, and it has taught me to drive more efficiently. So the other night I decided to go for a drive from Pasadena (California) ,to Malibu Beach. I reset the odometer and tookoff, hitting only mild traffic and rarely exceeding 75 MPH. On average, I'd say I was going 65-70 MPH. Round trip was approx. 100 miles and I was really surprised at the result: 26 MPG!

I know this isn't a very exciting story, but I thought I'd share.

robotfighter · 10-13-2015, 02:41 PM

I'd be interested to see if anyone was able to get much better mileage...

gajagfan · 10-13-2015, 02:47 PM

Just for comparison, we are at 18.4 lifetime. We have seen 23/24 on some trips. Cruise set on normal roads at about 60 - 62 mph and 79 mph on interstates. Little of our driving could be considered frugal.

SlingShot · 10-13-2015, 03:01 PM

In my Camaro SS with LS3, I was able to get 26mpg @69mph ...

Rahjeir · 10-13-2015, 04:06 PM

My best highway mileage was 27.3(V6) on Summer blend gas. Combined I avg about 20-21. I do some spirited driving at times.

JLSuperfly · 10-13-2015, 04:10 PM

I get 21.8 mpg since I bought my Camaro.

PalmerGA · 10-13-2015, 04:33 PM

The other day I filled up and reset my mileage button, left the station and drove about 2 miles (downhill)... got 38.6 MPGs. Not bad for a SS.

JLSuperfly · 10-13-2015, 04:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PalmerGA

The other day I filled up and reset my mileage button, left the station and drove about 2 miles (downhill)... got 38.6 MPGs. Not bad for a SS.

Were you in neutral?

robotfighter · 10-13-2015, 06:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SlingShot

In my Camaro SS with LS3, I was able to get 26mpg @69mph ...

Wow, that's amazing!

SIN R G · 10-13-2015, 11:50 PM

CAI, Kooks long tube headers, MBRP exhaust and I normally get around 21.5. But the last 2 1/2 tanks I am getting 23.7. Have been enjoying some long slow drives before winter storage.

rberns · 10-14-2015, 11:52 AM

I used to get around 24 mpg on the highway. I now get about 18 mpg on the highway an about 12 in the city.

i007spectre · 10-14-2015, 11:56 AM

I consistently get just under 26 mpg in my stock 2014 V6

10-13-2015, 12:05 PM	#1
robotfighter Drives: Black 2011 Camaro 2LS Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 249	Mileage Test So, several years ago I got my V6 and noted right away that mileage was not great. I was averaging 13 MPG. This was mostly because the engine wasn't fully broken in and because I was driving like an asshole. So fast-forward to the present - I now have a cold air intake system, have calmed down slightly behind the pedal, and see an average of 20 MPG over the life of the car. I also have a Chevy Volt as a daily driver, and it has taught me to drive more efficiently. So the other night I decided to go for a drive from Pasadena (California) ,to Malibu Beach. I reset the odometer and tookoff, hitting only mild traffic and rarely exceeding 75 MPH. On average, I'd say I was going 65-70 MPH. Round trip was approx. 100 miles and I was really surprised at the result: 26 MPG! I know this isn't a very exciting story, but I thought I'd share.

10-13-2015, 03:01 PM	#4
SlingShot Drives: 2012 ZL1 - #670 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Seminole, Fl. Posts: 8,009	In my Camaro SS with LS3, I was able to get 26mpg @69mph ... __________________

10-13-2015, 04:06 PM	#5
Rahjeir Drives: 2014 1LT w/RS Summit White Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: New Jersey Posts: 87	My best highway mileage was 27.3(V6) on Summer blend gas. Combined I avg about 20-21. I do some spirited driving at times. Last edited by Rahjeir; 10-13-2015 at 04:06 PM. Reason: Engine Type

10-13-2015, 04:33 PM	#7
PalmerGA Drives: 2013 SIM 1SS/RS L99 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Southwest GA Posts: 8,754 View My Garage	The other day I filled up and reset my mileage button, left the station and drove about 2 miles (downhill)... got 38.6 MPGs. Not bad for a SS. __________________ 2013 1SS/RS Coupe L99, Stainless Power Works LT Headers, SCT X4 Custom Tune from RDP, CAI Inc. Air Intake w/ Apex Scoop, VMAX CNC Ported Throttle Body, Solo Axle-Back Exhaust w/ J-pipes, Apex Catch Can, Husky Splash Guards, Heritage Grille, 3D Carbon Rear Spoiler, Oracle Chrome Turn Signal Bulbs, GM Reverse Light Trim Billets, Gorilla Black Locking Lugs, Emblem Pros Retro SS Badges/Custom Retro SS Kickplates/Under-hood Bowtie, 35% window Tint, Nitto Motivo Tires (6-8-18)

10-14-2015, 11:52 AM	#11
rberns Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: US Posts: 3,291 View My Garage	I used to get around 24 mpg on the highway. I now get about 18 mpg on the highway an about 12 in the city. __________________ 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS, Circle D 3200, ADM Transmission Cooler, BTR Valvetrain, Cam Motion .621 .595 228/244 113+4, ARH 1 7/8 full exhaust, Cold Air Inductions, Katech C5R TC, Melling HV, BTR SLR lifters, Trunion Upgrade, LS2 Dampner, LS9 head gaskets, Bo White PTB, MM can, GFX, Subs, B&M Deep transmission pan, Holley fuel rail, Proform valve covers, relocated coil packs

10-13-2015, 02:41 PM	#2
robotfighter Drives: Black 2011 Camaro 2LS Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 249	I'd be interested to see if anyone was able to get much better mileage...

10-13-2015, 02:47 PM	#3
gajagfan Drives: 2013 1SS 1LE Black - Std Exhaust Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Brunswick, GA Posts: 3,622 View My Garage	Just for comparison, we are at 18.4 lifetime. We have seen 23/24 on some trips. Cruise set on normal roads at about 60 - 62 mph and 79 mph on interstates. Little of our driving could be considered frugal.

10-13-2015, 04:10 PM	#6
JLSuperfly Drives: 2014 Red Hot LS3 Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: SF Bay Area, CA Posts: 4,266	I get 21.8 mpg since I bought my Camaro.

10-13-2015, 11:50 PM	#10
SIN R G Drives: 2008 VW R32, 2011 Synergy Green 2SS Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Randolph, Wisconsin Posts: 1,544	CAI, Kooks long tube headers, MBRP exhaust and I normally get around 21.5. But the last 2 1/2 tanks I am getting 23.7. Have been enjoying some long slow drives before winter storage.

10-14-2015, 11:56 AM	#12
i007spectre Drives: 2016 2SS, 2008 HHR ECTO-2H Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Springfield, Mo Posts: 1,935 View My Garage	I consistently get just under 26 mpg in my stock 2014 V6 __________________ 2016 Camaro 2SS. Hyper Blue, Ceramic White, Auto, MRC, and NPP. 1100 - 9/25 2000 - 9/28 3000 - 9/30 3100 - 10/27 3300 - 10/28 3400 - 10/29 TPW 11/09 3800 - 11/10 4300 - 11/24 4B00 - 11/25 4200 - 12/5 5000 - 12/7 6000 - 12/11