Ah, great thanks
Ah, great thanks
I adjusted the computer on mine, it's now 2-3% under instead of 15% over. Always fill the tank so not a big deal to check the mileageThanks, but when you say stop/start, you don't mean that button on the dash that says that do you? Do you mean this weird thing where some cars turn their engine off whenever you stop at lights?! That whole concept makes me shudder! See, I'm pretty old and even more old-fashioned!
What age is yours? I am guessing I probably can't afford something that new.
Also, have you done brim to brim? Good point above, that's the only MPG I ever mean when I ask, I have never used computers even though some are fairly accurate (wife's transit seems bang on)
Yeah, I always brim it too, just never bother to check!I adjusted the computer on mine, it's now 2-3% under instead of 15% over. Always fill the tank so not a big deal to check the mileage
I like to know my car is getting the best mpg it can. I keep an eye on it so i know if it suddenly drops there's something that needs fixing, hopefully before it costs too much or breaks downI do! It's a phrase I have heard before, often used as a way to say 'don't buy one if you want high MPG', but I already know that.
I want a 4x4, but I still want to get the best MPG i can, even though none of them are 'good'. So the options I was considering until my mate mentioned the FL2 were:
Mitsubishi Highlander (mainly due to 2WD selectable which gives better fuel, 4WD choice when needed)
Audi A6 All Road (had one a few years back, liked it but at 27mph MAX it was thirsty so no point switching from Disco to that really.
Several other jap vehicles but not really keen on them
In normal driving mode they are pretty much 2WD. The Haldex pushes more when they start to lose traction, or when the terrain response is in a special modeI do! It's a phrase I have heard before, often used as a way to say 'don't buy one if you want high MPG', but I already know that.
I want a 4x4, but I still want to get the best MPG i can, even though none of them are 'good'. So the options I was considering until my mate mentioned the FL2 were:
Mitsubishi Highlander (mainly due to 2WD selectable which gives better fuel, 4WD choice when needed)
Audi A6 All Road (had one a few years back, liked it but at 27mph MAX it was thirsty so no point switching from Disco to that really.
Several other jap vehicles but not really keen on them
I do exactly the same for the same reasonI like to know my car is getting the best mpg it can. I keep an eye on it so i know if it suddenly drops there's something that needs fixing, hopefully before it costs too much or breaks down
AAh. good to know thanks, that explains the surprising MPG compared to what I assumed it would be. Assumption being the mother of all F*** ups.In normal driving mode they are pretty much 2WD. The Haldex pushes more when they start to lose traction, or when the terrain response is in a special mode
Mine is 2012. Yes, it's that weird thing which cuts the engine if you stop at lights. You can switch it off but end of the day it reduces the road tax as it puts the car in another band.Thanks, but when you say stop/start, you don't mean that button on the dash that says that do you? Do you mean this weird thing where some cars turn their engine off whenever you stop at lights?! That whole concept makes me shudder! See, I'm pretty old and even more old-fashioned!
What age is yours? I am guessing I probably can't afford something that new.
Also, have you done brim to brim? Good point above, that's the only MPG I ever mean when I ask, I have never used computers even though some are fairly accurate (wife's transit seems bang on)
My experience is that the MPG figures you've been quoted at a bit above what you will get. But I may be wrong.Bloody hell, that's MUCH better than I was expecting. My Disco is just painful now. Spent so much on it, it's a real beauty, but I just don't need its real world capabilities and would much rather something a bit lighter and easier to drive on roads, sacrificing a bit of off road ability (mainly just the low ratio which i have used a handful of times over many years!)
Off road wise, all i need is to be able to drive a small sheep trailer across pretty easy fields, or tow a boat to the slipway. The boat and trailer can't be much more than 1.5 ton, maybe less. But I do need 4 wheel drive to help me get up the slip sometimes near end of summer when there's algae on the slipway. I am sure 2 wheel drives could do it if careful, but I just want the comfort of knowing I won't have a problem.
I really think this might be a good decision, most of my use is road based and whilst I love my Disco, I Just don't 'need' it as much as I 'like' to have the capabilities it has.
I wonder what other considerations to think about, if any? I doubt road tax can be any worse than Disco, though these days who knows what tyrannical thievery they will come up with next, but again Freelander can't be treated any worse than Disco2.
Anyone here driving a FL2 but with experience of D2 in the past to compare?
I am not too fussy about gizmos and gimmicks (obviously, I drive a Disco!) - in fact I tend to dislike most modern BS like cars talking to us, tracking our movements to tell Big Brother, deciding when we need wipers on or off....![]()
. Elec windows are something I finally learned to enjoy, but wouldnt be bothered by manual ones! A couple of things I do like are heated seats (blame that on wife and the kids who seem to carry more of her genes than mine
), also Cruise Control is a BIG one for me,mainly to try my best to avoid all the mercenary little speed traps, especially average speed sections.
I don't need parking sensors but don't mind em, don't need sunroofs. A half decent cup holder is always nice though
Generally, I am getting the feeling a FL2 may be a more sensible thing to be driving around to pick up kebabs and kids!
Holy 5hit - that's amazing! Obviously I wouldn't expect that, but I am more than willing to spend money on changes to maximise fuel economy (DPF,EGR, remap... whatever helps). if I could see any number starting with a 3 I would be happy, if it started with a 4 I think I'd have a cardiac arrest!!
Thanks guys, anyone selling one?![]()
I agree with this. As it does not have low-range, an auto will be easier for retrieving your boat.FL2 auto will be better for towing than a manual.
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