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by Adam_D
Thu Dec 04, 2014 9:46 pm
Forum: Fiesta MK7 'Issues & Questions'
Topic: Bad economy
Replies: 4
Views: 2907

Re: Bad economy

It's certainly not going to win a traffic light gp ;) I've been driving it a bit more lately and reckon 270-280 miles will be possible on this tankful. I have noted it feels burdened when the a/c is on (quite a bit now it's colder out to keep the windows clear). :)
by Adam_D
Thu Nov 06, 2014 7:12 pm
Forum: Fiesta MK7 'Issues & Questions'
Topic: Bad economy
Replies: 4
Views: 2907

Re: Bad economy

I think it's the nature of the engine, I have changed the air filter, spark plugs and leads on our 2009 1.4 petrol and it seems to drink fuel considering its power, especially when air con is running. It needs revs to make up for a lack of torque and that seems to hurt the economy. In similar use ar...