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Fuel - Holden Wagon V6 Vs Subaru Outback 2.5

Discussion in 'VT - VX Holden Commodore (1997 - 2002)' started by phantomwalker, Jun 28, 2008.

  1. Jun 28, 2008 #1
    phantomwalker

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    Hi,

    Looking to buy a 05/06 Acclaim wagon or Subaru Outback 2.5.

    The Holden has a much better initial buy price so is very tempting.

    Could anyone help me with the mileage they are getting around the city in the V6 wagon.

    I've made some assumptions (see below) and would like some real data to make my final decision.

    I figure if I use 10/100 for the Outback and 13/100 for the Holden wagon (as average) and I travel say 30,000 a year.
    @ $1.50 litre thats $1,350 diff x 5 years = $6,750
    @ $2.00 litre thats $1,800 diff x 5 years = $9,000
    @ $2.50 litre thats $2,250 diff x 5 years = $11,200
    now I'm crying
    @ $3.00 litre that s $2,700 diff x 5 years = $13,500

    Ouch!!!

    Any real figure would be great.

    Thanks in advance for any help,

    Kind Regards,

    Eric
     
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  2. Jun 28, 2008 #2
    ashbox

    ashbox back in black

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    i know the outback is only a 4 but it also is awd so i don't know, the 2003 outback 2.5 manual is said to do 9.1l/100km. I like the holden wagons but the subie is going to retain more of its value.
     
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  3. Jul 20, 2008 #3
    br14nh

    br14nh Back in the saddle....

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    Unless you've already decided....

    I'm running a VX wagon, I get about 500Km between fills (filled when computer says 50Km left) and it usually takes 55-60 litres. I'm not doing a lot of long runs, and I like to use the available power (extractors & exhaust fitted) so that all affects my economy. I hope that helps,

    Cheers,
    Brian
     
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