Distance to empty keeps shrinking

[Midnight451]

Since I’ve bought this in June of 20, the distance to empty keeps getting shorter. When I picked it up, and had to fill it up, it said 518mi to empty. Now it’s worse than ever.

Anyone have an idea why this is happening? Do I need to search out tier 1 gas or something?

 

[TheDoug]

The computer adjusts that number based on your average fuel consumption.

For example when I have driven in town for a month with very little freeway I can see as low as 340 to e. However on a long road trip thats all freeway (getting better gas mileage) the next fillup will reflect the better mileage and I will see 450+

I assuming you have a max edition that has the bigger gas tank than my standard length expedition. (Max holds 28 gallons, standard 23)

Hope this helps... nothing is wrong with your vehicle

 

[DJAucutt]

My '18 Max (56k) does the same thing. Not only does the DTE drop, but the average fuel mileage drops as well. I get 26-27 on highway trips, but it has dropped to 13-14 when I have a long spell of short trips with nasty traffic. I believe it is just simple math.

 

[ManUpOrShutUp]

1. City vs highway (especially in regards to stop-and-go traffic)
2. Driving habits (gas mileage in these trucks is very sensitive to a heavy foot)
3. Winter-blend gas (started 9/15) provides worse fuel economy

 

[Dworth]

My '18 Max (56k) does the same thing. Not only does the DTE drop, but the average fuel mileage drops as well. I get 26-27 on highway trips, but it has dropped to 13-14 when I have a long spell of short trips with nasty traffic. I believe it is just simple math.

You need to hand calculate because no way you are getting 26-27.

 

[dlcorbett]

It is possible depending on config and speed.

 

[cpcs07]

If you've had a trailer on the back it will mess with the DTE estimate. I always reset the fuel economy after towing

 

[Midnight451]

I don’t have a max. I have been fairly heavy with the lead foot. I’ll reset the fuel economy & take it easy and hopefully it’ll make a difference. Thanks all!

 

[dlcorbett]

Well looks like you answered your question, heavy foot = heavy fuel consumption, lol.

 

[duneslider]

Around here, the winter fuel blend gets worse mileage. I always lose several mpg once they start using the winter blend.

Short trips and stop and go around town kills mpg.