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Hi Everyone, It's time for another update on the best value car I've ever owned: 2013 Chevy Spark (put into service Oct, 2013) 230,000 miles Oil is changed every 15K using Amsoil premium 25K oil. Change filter every 7.5K. Average MPG during work commutes (150 miles round trip) – Still 48 MPG. Not difficult to get 53-55 MPG if driving in mostly flat area at 55 MPH (rare). Still on original clutch… Amazing! Still averaging about 80K on each set of tires (on my third set now but w

Hi Everybody, It’s time for an update: 2013 Chevy Spark (put into service Oct, 2013) 200,000 miles Oil is changed every 15K using Amsoil premium 25K oil. Change filter every 7.5K. Average MPG during work commutes (150 miles round trip) – 48 MPG No problem consistently getting 53-55 MPG if driving in mostly flat area at 55 MPH. Still on original clutch. Averaging about 80K on each set of tires. Brake pads replaced once. Battery replaced once. Still on original spark plugs, etc.

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Just happened to see an article from CNN today about hyper-miling. I'm not sure how this picture will come through but here's an image summarizing the very practices I utilize to enjoy my high mpg.

Retired Old Gearhead... Thanks for the reply! There's a part of me that's starting to think I may be very lucky in having a car that was 'properly built' when compared to others apparently less fortunate. Regarding my brakes and tires... I too am at a bit of a loss to explain my experience. I have rotated tires in the past for many different vehicles but in this case I put so many miles on so fast that I didn't give it too much thought. One day I decided it would be a good thing and resolved to just go out and do it but that's when I discovered the car not only doesn't

Hi Everyone, Today was the first time I really looked closely at some of the entries in this forum and 21783mike's 05/13/14 posts on the ‘400 mile club’ inspired me to share my story as well. I have a 2013 Spark LS. It was purchased in October, 2013 as a leftover (price had been reduced to $10,200). As of today, I have 118,969 miles on it and I easily (and consistently) average over 50 mpg. Here's my background in a similar order/manner as Mike's statements: I drive about 800 miles per week, minimum. 750 of which is my commute to/from work (75 miles each way). I le

Hi Everybody, I purchased my 2013 Spark in October, 2013 as a brand new 'leftover'. I have a 150 mile round-trip commute five days a week and currently have 107K+ miles. Aside from the PCV valve and hood latch recalls, I have had no issues and couldn't be happier with my purchase! I drive in the Washington, DC area and I regularly get 48 MPG per tank. When I really try (nothing too outrageous), I have no problem getting 53 MPG or even better. Note: Speed limit is never more than 55 in this area and I try to hold steady around 58-60. Change filter every 7.5K miles and oil every15K with Amsoi