Delighted with ZT-T 1.8T MPG Check.

Abott10 · 29th June 2017, 19:47

The low fuel warning light has been illuminated for about 30 Miles earlier today so decided to fill up to the Brim as I usually do. That way is a good way to keep an eye on fuel consumption rather than relying on the OBC.

So, it took exactly 60.00 litres to again fill to the brim. Filled beyond first blow back cut off to ensure good fill and with minimal blow back spillage. Trip was showing 410.4 before I Zero-ed it.

Yes, that equates to 31.09 Miles Per Gallon. The best obtained on any 1.8T MG ZTs. Yes both pleasing and delighted as I rarely drive for economy but most of those 410 miles were free flowing A Roads and Motorways. Lots of Stop-start stuff too in both South and North London and today in Bristol when I picked up Five Gridspoke alloys. Took this image before filling up at Sainsbury's three miles from my home @ £1.09 pence per litre. :~

rrobson · 29th June 2017, 21:20

Is that all? In no way am I criticising your driving, car etc but I would have expected more than that out of the turbo. 30 mpg is quite attainable with the v6 on a reasonable run.

topman · 29th June 2017, 21:28

I've had similar figures on a run on both my V6s, 30-32 mpg is quite achievable. I've not had the computer read out before so both were worked out brim to brim.

murphyv310 · 29th June 2017, 21:33

Hi.
On my 1.8 (COA) on a fill to fill I managed 44.8mpg in 2014 from Kilmarnock to Newcastle, didn't exceed 70mph. Did the same run Sunday and returned Monday in the Panda and did 58.4 mpg! Again roughly the same speed but a little bit of fun on the A71
See here http://golbornevintageradio.co.uk/fo...d.php?tid=6416

roverbarmy · 29th June 2017, 21:52

Over a 1200 mile trip, Norfolk to Scottish Borders and return recently, brim to brim fill ups gave me 42 mpg. Mainly A47, A17, A1, A19 and daily "trips out". Very satisfied with that as it was one of the most comfortable trips I have ever done in 40+ years of driving.

murphyv310 · 29th June 2017, 23:59

I remember when I was a wee lad in my dad's Ford V8 Pilot, him driving on many occasions with the needle off the scale. Even did it many times when I was younger.
These days with overhead cameras and other drivers that have no observation skills and a disregard for other road users I stick to the law. Occasionally though I'll use the road to its full,potential if it's quiet, I will stick to the law though. Why you may ask.... ROSPA trained.

29th June 2017, 19:47	#1
Abott10 * Join Date: Apr 2014 Posts: 227 Thanks: 1,275 Thanked 1,917 Times in 1,328 Posts	Delighted with ZT-T 1.8T MPG Check. The low fuel warning light has been illuminated for about 30 Miles earlier today so decided to fill up to the Brim as I usually do. That way is a good way to keep an eye on fuel consumption rather than relying on the OBC. So, it took exactly 60.00 litres to again fill to the brim. Filled beyond first blow back cut off to ensure good fill and with minimal blow back spillage. Trip was showing 410.4 before I Zero-ed it. Yes, that equates to 31.09 Miles Per Gallon. The best obtained on any 1.8T MG ZTs. Yes both pleasing and delighted as I rarely drive for economy but most of those 410 miles were free flowing A Roads and Motorways. Lots of Stop-start stuff too in both South and North London and today in Bristol when I picked up Five Gridspoke alloys. Took this image before filling up at Sainsbury's three miles from my home @ £1.09 pence per litre. :~

29th June 2017, 21:20	#2
rrobson I really should get out more....... 75 tourer cdti, MG ZS 180, nissan terrano & 1.8t rover 25 Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Pontefract Posts: 2,643 Thanks: 17 Thanked 295 Times in 218 Posts	Is that all? In no way am I criticising your driving, car etc but I would have expected more than that out of the turbo. 30 mpg is quite attainable with the v6 on a reasonable run. __________________ How to view a car - everything you need to help you inspect a used car VIS motor tester avalible to local members Injector removal tool and auto gearbox pressure tester now available

29th June 2017, 21:28	#3
topman This is my second home MG ZT-T 190 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Lincolnshire Posts: 5,493 Thanks: 372 Thanked 647 Times in 534 Posts	I've had similar figures on a run on both my V6s, 30-32 mpg is quite achievable. I've not had the computer read out before so both were worked out brim to brim. __________________ Like being creative? http://www.qwghlm.co.uk/toys/dailymail/

29th June 2017, 21:33	#4
murphyv310 This is my second home Hyundai i10 998cc Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Kilmarnock Posts: 6,602 Thanks: 2,088 Thanked 2,298 Times in 1,349 Posts	Hi. On my 1.8 (COA) on a fill to fill I managed 44.8mpg in 2014 from Kilmarnock to Newcastle, didn't exceed 70mph. Did the same run Sunday and returned Monday in the Panda and did 58.4 mpg! Again roughly the same speed but a little bit of fun on the A71 See here http://golbornevintageradio.co.uk/fo...d.php?tid=6416 __________________ Cheers from Trevor MM0KJJ Last edited by murphyv310; 29th June 2017 at 21:35..

29th June 2017, 21:52	#5
roverbarmy This is my second home Roverless + 1.7D Sportage Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: East Norfolk Posts: 7,050 Thanks: 729 Thanked 2,021 Times in 1,449 Posts	Over a 1200 mile trip, Norfolk to Scottish Borders and return recently, brim to brim fill ups gave me 42 mpg. Mainly A47, A17, A1, A19 and daily "trips out". Very satisfied with that as it was one of the most comfortable trips I have ever done in 40+ years of driving. __________________ Oil in my veins!

29th June 2017, 23:59	#6
murphyv310 This is my second home Hyundai i10 998cc Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Kilmarnock Posts: 6,602 Thanks: 2,088 Thanked 2,298 Times in 1,349 Posts	I remember when I was a wee lad in my dad's Ford V8 Pilot, him driving on many occasions with the needle off the scale. Even did it many times when I was younger. These days with overhead cameras and other drivers that have no observation skills and a disregard for other road users I stick to the law. Occasionally though I'll use the road to its full,potential if it's quiet, I will stick to the law though. Why you may ask.... ROSPA trained. __________________ Cheers from Trevor MM0KJJ