Leftie wrote:

> I just averaged 50mpg on a quarter tank of gas with my '95 Civic EX
> sedan. That's the highest I've ever gotten, and it's not representative
> because of the small sample and because that driving was 90% highway,
> but I still find it impressive. What other high numbers are you folks
> getting? BTW, I practice 'Super-Miling' which is just modest, safe steps
> to increase economy, unlike 'Hyper-Miling,' which can be dangerous. I
> run the tires at 38psi cold, coast with the engine *on* when possible,
> and accelerate gently. I also try to 'time' lights so I don't have to
> stop more than necessary. I generally get about 41mpg in Summer, a few
> less in Winter. I use midgrade gas because the gearing is so high I need
> full engine power to get the best economy.

I regularly get 40mpg on the highway with my 2004 Civic LX automatic. I
usually drive about 10mph over the speed limit, and my driving style is
moderate but not heavy or light. I have my tire pressures about 2psi over
what Honda recommends, and I use regular unleaded fuel (87 octane).

Speaking of tires, I just replaced the horrible Bridgestone Insignia's with
a set of Falken Ziex ZE912's, so I'll have to see how much the step up in
performance will affect my mileage, if at all.