How do you read city and highway MPG?
Highway MPG: the average a car will get while driving on an open stretch of road without stopping or starting, typically at a higher speed. City MPG: the score a car will get on average in city conditions, with stopping and starting at lower speeds. And, combined MPG, a combined average of highway and city MPG.
What does city mileage mean?
City MPG: This number is the average MPG for your car in the city. Since city driving tends to mean rougher roads and frequent stopping and starting, this number tends to be the lowest of the three. Combined MPG: Your car’s combined MPG is what it sounds like: a combination of the city and highway numbers.
Is 19 mpg good gas mileage?
Much depends on the type of vehicle you prefer, but if any car gets 35 mpg, then you might consider that good. Others are satisfied with 30 mpg, but if you have a large SUV or pickup truck, getting 20 mpg is outstanding.
Do you save gas by driving slower?
The short answer: Nope. The reason: The common understanding is that going faster burns more fuel and therefore, the slower you drive, the less fuel your car will use, but this actually isn’t true. Any slower, and your transmission will automatically shift to a lower gear, which requires more fuel to maintain.
How many miles does a 2008 Volvo S80 have?
I test drove a 2008 with 64000 miles and was elated. The car is solid as a tank, looks new, smells new, feels glued to the road and is a ROCKET! I bought the car as soon as we got back to the dealership.
Is the Volvo S80 a good car to buy?
The 2008 S80 is my first Volvo purchase and I have to say I am very, very impressed. The attention to detail and quality of workmanship is outstanding. I have owned Lexus (GS and ES) and infinity (G35) and although good cars, the attention to detail is not as good as Volvo.
What is the executive package on a Volvo S80?
The exclusive Executive Package is made standard on the V8 and a lesser-contented version is made optional on the T6 AWD. The package includes ventilated front seats with massage, power front passenger seat adjuster accessible from the rear seat and heated front and rear seats.