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what MPG should i get

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Old Jun 13, 2008 | 10:01 PM
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i was thinking about buying a 97 3.8l v6 5speed any one know what kind of mileage you can get out of one of these car. i love the look of it and want it bad just need at least 20-25mpg
thanks keith
Old Jun 13, 2008 | 10:05 PM
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I get between 24.5 and 25.7 average. It all dependes on your driving habits, are you a lead foot, or do you take it easy?

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Old Jun 14, 2008 | 02:06 AM
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yeah, you can easily can reach up to 27 28 mpg's if you take it easy. ...but your in a mustang
Old Jun 14, 2008 | 02:22 AM
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I have a 95 v6 and i generally get about 27 per gallon, as long as i can keep my foot from filling with led..
Old Jun 14, 2008 | 09:58 AM
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24-28 mpg can be gotten, but it all depends on the engine and drivetrain's health, along with 20 billion other factors.
Old Jun 14, 2008 | 11:02 AM
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In the city I'm getting only 19 but on the highway it jumps up to 26/27.
Old Jun 15, 2008 | 08:47 PM
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thank you for all your help later
Old Jun 15, 2008 | 08:52 PM
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i get 16.5 haha i rule but i have a very serious issue
i think a manifold leak and i need new sensors and everything else
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