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3LOU5 · 11-10-2018, 10:18 AM

I installed a new set of these, and I noticed that the gas gauge is quite a bit more active; i.e. it speeds towards the "E" at a more rapid pace.

My suspicion was confirmed when I toggled through the OBC and found that I was getting only 25 mpg, a good 2 mpg less when I had my Yokohamas.

Is this normal ?? I remember I had the older version of these tires, but didn't notice such a mileage drop.

BTW, mine are the 5-rib, 94Y, max pressure 51, which I *believe* are heavy tires. Perhaps that is the reason for the drop in mileage....

11-10-2018, 10:18 AM	#1
3LOU5 Slacker Extraordinaire Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 3,721	Question for Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3+ users I installed a new set of these, and I noticed that the gas gauge is quite a bit more active; i.e. it speeds towards the "E" at a more rapid pace. My suspicion was confirmed when I toggled through the OBC and found that I was getting only 25 mpg, a good 2 mpg less when I had my Yokohamas. Is this normal ?? I remember I had the older version of these tires, but didn't notice such a mileage drop. BTW, mine are the 5-rib, 94Y, max pressure 51, which I believe are heavy tires. Perhaps that is the reason for the drop in mileage.... __________________ 2016 Toyota Sienna SE - hers 2002 BMW 325i - his 1994 Chevrolet Silverado K1500 Sportside Z71 - whoevers vehicle is in the shop 2009 Harley-Davidson Sportster XL883 Low (Vivid Black) - his 2018 Can-Am Spyder RT Limited - hers 2007 Harley-Davidson Sportster XL883 Low (Pearl White) - hers (SOLD 02/29/20) 2011 Tao Tao 50 - whoevers bike is in the shop 2007 Reinell 186 FNS - the dog's 1995 Fleetwood Flair 27R - EVERYBODY'S !