Oof not so great for your BL & FE folks.Just spotted this! If you search dealer inventory on the newly updated B&P, the vehicle summary shows MPG estimates. Looks like 1.5L is 25/28. Haven’t done a search for 2.0 yet
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Oof not so great for your BL & FE folks.Just spotted this! If you search dealer inventory on the newly updated B&P, the vehicle summary shows MPG estimates. Looks like 1.5L is 25/28. Haven’t done a search for 2.0 yet
Agreed. But when comparing the mpg results of the 3000 mile trial in the screen shot to the official estimates, these numbers are hopefully conservative.21 City/26 highway for the BL and FE is basically the same as my Edge ST (19/26). I understand there is a full time 4WD system here, but the BL/FE are also almost 800 lbs. less than the Edge ST and putting out ~90 hp less.
I didn't expect the BS to match the Escape's mpg numbers (23/31), but this is worse than I was expecting.
Fair point. You would assume that 3000 miles was very mixed driving as well.Agreed. But when comparing the mpg results of the 3000 mile trial in the screen shot to the official estimates, these numbers are hopefully conservative.
The math works out to about 48 mph average, so it might be a little highway-heavy.Fair point. You would assume that 3000 miles was very mixed driving as well.
Yep. That's more in line with what I had anticipated too.I was expecting, or at least hoping for about 22/29 for the 2.0 equipped BS.
Thanks for the perspective. There’s a few more things on my overall pros/cons list. This just nudged it closer was all. No decisions made yet. Ultimately I’m just keeping in mind the few cons versus upside down equity if I were to trade in 1-2 years when the options I do want are available.For those of you that are curious... I did the math comparing the actual cost difference of the bronco sport estimated combined mpg of 23 and a vehicle with a better combined mpg of 29.
bronco sport= 23 mpg
More fuel efficient vehicle= 29 mpg
For this example I’m calculating the total cost of gas for driving 150,000 miles at the current national premium price.
150,000/23=6522 gallons
150,000/29=5172 gallons
23 mpg=$18,112
29 mpg=$14,363
Over 150,000 miles you are spending $3,749 more than a more fuel efficient 29 mpg.
At an average of 10,000 miles/year that’s $250 more/year. $20.84 more/month.
This additional cost may be a deal breaker for you. I personally am happy to spend my money on a bronco sport for many many reasons. One idea if you really love this vehicle but not the added monthly expense of $20.84, try eating out 1 less time/month. If you drive 20,000 miles/year... eat out 2 less times/month.
21 City/26 highway for the BL and FE is basically the same as my Edge ST (19/26). I understand there is a full time 4WD system here, but the BL/FE are also almost 800 lbs. less than the Edge ST and putting out ~90 hp less.
I didn't expect the BS to match the Escape's mpg numbers (23/31), but this is worse than I was expecting.
Good point on EcoMode.also a bit more.. I believe the estimated mpg is for normal mode. There is also an eco mode.. give me the rest of your con list, if you want to be nudged back
If the FE is 26 Highway, I can't rationalize over $40k for it. If that's the case, I'll revert my search back to hybrid rav4, or maybe check my luxury options. Can probably get some loaded ass entry lvl german luxury for $40kOof not so great for your BL & FE folks.
penalties for canceled order? You get your $100 deposit back.Coming from my current 26/36/29... (and I often average low 40s on long trips where I can just set the cruise and go), this hurts. Might be a deal breaker for me depending on if my dealership has penalties for cancelled order. We shall see. I’m not opposed to waiting a year for a potential hybrid option. We all know it’s coming eventually.
Looks like the BMW X1 is 21 city/31 hwy... but not fully loaded under $40k.. as they start at $36KIf the FE is 26 Highway, I can't rationalize over $40k for it. If that's the case, I'll revert my search back to hybrid rav4, or maybe check my luxury options. Can probably get some loaded ass entry lvl german luxury for $40k