So far, so good...

I have had the Jeep now for almost 6 months and find it to be quite a nice vehicle.  I don't remember if I mentioned it in an earlier entry, but I have been impressed with the ride and the performance. Having had Trailblazers for many years,  I did want to pay particular attention to my gas consumption during the first few months to see if it lived up to expected postings as far as performance and m.p.g went.

I am happy to say that so far it has exceeded the postings and my expectations.  The manufacturer advertises the 6-cylinder engine at 16 m.p.g. in the city and 22 on the highway.  Maybe driving around the McCartyville/Sidney/Anna roads doesn't qualify as "city" driving, but I have monitored the last two tanks and gotten 20-20.5 m.p.g. around here.   I also got 27 on our first road trip to NY.  For a vehicle of its size, I think it is doing very well.

I find that if I really pay attention to the "Economy" sign on the dash while I'm driving, I do very well.  I also use the cruise control quite a bit of the time and that really helps to keep the foot out of the gas pedal.  There are also other rewards (other than saving money) -- I find myself enjoying the drives more.  As I have slowed down a bit and kept things more steady, I have been able to notice things more.  While not taking my eyes off the highway for any length of time, I am able to notice things in the fields and the sky.  Last week, I saw a couple of coyotes running across a field and I routinely see red-tail hawks sitting on fence posts looking for dinner.

I don't drive so slowly that I would qualify for "GEEZER" status --  just steady, and just at or slightly above the speed limit.  Now all bets are off on the interstate where I revert back to a more aggressive (but not hostile) driver.

Anyway, just thought I would let you know how the Jeep is doing... just in case you might be looking for a new ride.

Patience is something you admire in the driver behind you and scorn in the one ahead.

Hooah