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Originally Posted by Fraser
The EPA ratings do seem to be a better refection of real-world consumption than the more optimistic EEC ratings. I believe that both tests use the same basic methodology but differ in detail.
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Oh trust me, carmakers find ways to get around the EPA tests as well. Like installing ultra-tall, useless 5th or 6th gears to make revs as low as possible. So sure, it might be efficient for a 4-cyl sedan to operate 100km/h @ 1600rpm, but in the real world, no one will be able to accelerate or maintain speed at those kinds of revs. But a lot of carmakers do that........*coughGMToyotaHondaFordcough*.
As they always say, it depends on driving habits and road conditions. I consistently achieve closer to the EEC numbers (well, okay the extra-urban are out of reach), with my highway averages being about 10-15% above the combined cycle.