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Vaultboy · 12-02-2008, 05:35 AM

What do you consider good fuel efficiency?
Anything over 10 km/L is decent. My car (Mazda2 1.3L) gets 14-17 km/L depending on how aggresively I drive.

How frequently do you fill your car with fuel?
This question is rather pointless, since a lot of people dont fill their tank when they fuel up. A better question would be "What mileage do you do per year". I do about 38 000km per year

What are the basic comforts that you enjoy in a vehicle?
Power Steering. Air conditioning. Power windows. Stereo.

Are there any special features that your every-day driving experiences require that reduce your fuel efficiency?
Yes. Air conditioning.

Do you prefer a mundane car with excellent fuel economy over a luxury sedan?
I prefer a car with excellent handling and good fuel efficiency over luxury.

Have you seen any especially exciting fuel-efficient vehicles?
The thing is that fuel-efficiency doesn't have to come at a price. They dont have to be dull. The Mazda2 and Honda Jazz are cars with excellent driving characteristics, that ooze features, and that have incredible fuel efficiency. I drive a Mazda 2. My car has electric windows, climate control, adjustable steering wheel, and adjustable headlights, trip computer and electric side mirrors. My car runs on 15-inch 50/195 rims. The only things i dont have are a sunroof and a GIS computer - which are optional extras. Yes, fuel-efficient cars are light and small, but my car is as big inside as a 2000 Astra or Golf 3, and more comfortable, due to advanced ergonomics.
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12-02-2008, 05:35 AM	#2 (permalink)
Vaultboy Addict Location: Third World	What do you consider good fuel efficiency? Anything over 10 km/L is decent. My car (Mazda2 1.3L) gets 14-17 km/L depending on how aggresively I drive. How frequently do you fill your car with fuel? This question is rather pointless, since a lot of people dont fill their tank when they fuel up. A better question would be "What mileage do you do per year". I do about 38 000km per year What are the basic comforts that you enjoy in a vehicle? Power Steering. Air conditioning. Power windows. Stereo. Are there any special features that your every-day driving experiences require that reduce your fuel efficiency? Yes. Air conditioning. Do you prefer a mundane car with excellent fuel economy over a luxury sedan? I prefer a car with excellent handling and good fuel efficiency over luxury. Have you seen any especially exciting fuel-efficient vehicles? The thing is that fuel-efficiency doesn't have to come at a price. They dont have to be dull. The Mazda2 and Honda Jazz are cars with excellent driving characteristics, that ooze features, and that have incredible fuel efficiency. I drive a Mazda 2. My car has electric windows, climate control, adjustable steering wheel, and adjustable headlights, trip computer and electric side mirrors. My car runs on 15-inch 50/195 rims. The only things i dont have are a sunroof and a GIS computer - which are optional extras. Yes, fuel-efficient cars are light and small, but my car is as big inside as a 2000 Astra or Golf 3, and more comfortable, due to advanced ergonomics. __________________ __________________ "Failing tastes of bile and dog vomit. Pity any man that gets used to that taste."