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      01-30-2013, 09:38 AM   #19
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Drives: '13 X1 20mpg, '01 VW TDI 55mpg
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The 328i EcoPro display screens seem really helpful. It clearly shows the differences between Eco vs Comfort vs Sport.

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Originally Posted by conceyted View Post
What I have noticed, however, is that if you drive around with the gas pedal to the floor, or even 2/3 to the floor, you will consume a lot of fuel.
I have noticed this too. If I push the gas pedal beyond the half-way mark, the instantaneous MPG needle drops from mid-20's right down to below 12 mpg (and it stays pegged there - it 'feels' like it's getting 5mpg by the force of the needle travel - it wasn't close to stopping at 12 and the gauge stops there).

In Eco Mode the car doesn't accelerate even in the most anemic way, until you push the gas pedal beyond the 2/3 point.
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