First time patrol owner.

[azzacalabaza]

Hi All. I've recently purchased a Y61 2009 Patrol. I've been reading the forums here which have lots of valuable information and I look forward to learning all the tips from fellow Patrol owners.

I have just today filled up the tank again and the economy for 100% town driving is 16.8L/100 (17MPG). Does this seem about right? The vehicle is 3.0L Automatic , stock standard with no accessories attached. Tyres are Pirelli Scorpion standard size and pressure.

Kind regards,


Aaron.

[azzacalabaza]

That should say 16.6L/100

[Touses]

G'day bloke, welcome!

[4bye4]

G'day mate and welcome to the forum. 16.8 seems a bit much, I get around 13s depending on what I'm doing.


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[threedogs]

Hello and welcome to the forum 16/100 seems a touch high ,but that may be due to driving style.
I have a DI and recently been driving with the OD button off, and seems to get better ltr /100k
anyway jump in anytime you like and enjoy

[azzacalabaza]

Thanks for your responses. I have been driving how one would to save as much fuel as possible and still got 16l/100. I'm feeling a bit disappointed. Anyone know what could be affecting this? I have read that if the EGR is not functioning correctly, blocking it off can improve economy.

[4bye4]

There are reasons to block the EGT but economy is not the main one. How long since a tune up. Do you have heavy stuff on it?


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[Dhuck]

Welcome to the forum mate.

[azzacalabaza]

There are reasons to block the EGT but economy is not the main one. How long since a tune up. Do you have heavy stuff on it?


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Hi. No my Patrol has nothing added. No snorkel, bullbar or racks. I've havent had it long but did an oil change (oil and air filters) as soon as I got it home after purchasing from used car dealership.

[azzacalabaza]

Should I be driving around town with O/D turned "off" ?