[WhiteFang]

I did not buy a truck for gas mileage, but I did buy THIS truck because of the promise of good fuel economy (class wise at least). Both the Titan and the Ford F150 were specifically eliminated from consideration because of low fuel economy numbers.

My mpg numbers were pegged in the low 15's for the first several tanks - all on Chevron regular. I decided to try Chevron's mid-grade and the mileage increase was significant. I'm now getting in the low 17's. Goal is 18 which will beat my previous rides numbers and stretch out fuel stops to once a week (I need 375 miles a tank to do that). I think I can hit that mark with synthetic oil.

Now - I'm lucky enough to be able to afford gas (at least at today's levels), but I'm also wise enough to know that every extra dollar I put in the tank has to come from some where. And that some where is generally my disposable income. That income fuels my motorcycle habit, pays for breakfast on SMR's, and will soon cover the cost of park fees for the new motocross bikes. So you can dismiss the mileage calculations all you want, but the cost of gas is a significant out lay and should be considered at all times.