Why does my vehicle obtain different fuel consumption numbers than the ratings published in the Fuel Consumption Guide?
Fuel consumption testing is conducted in laboratories according to specific Federal Test Procedure (FTP). The fuel consumption ratings are generated based on fuel consumption values derived from laboratory tests and averaged based on Canadian production volumes. They are then adjusted to account for the difference between controlled test conditions and real-world driving conditions. However, no test can simulate all the possible combinations of climate, road conditions, vehicle load and driving habits.
