Gas Mileage
The Lancer GT's gas mileage maxes out at an EPA-estimated 31 mpg on the highway — a number that was merely average even back when this Lancer generation was introduced. The smaller, more efficient 2.0-liter is rated 34 mpg on the highway, which is still a ways off from the segment's 40 mpg benchmark. The manual-transmission GT rates 22/31 mpg city/highway, and the CVT automatic is rated 23/30 mpg.
A Mazda3 sedan with automatic transmission and the efficient SkyActiv engine option is rated 28/40 mpg. The automatic Focus sedan is 27/38 mpg.
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For smooth gearchanging
Depress the clutch pedal completely.
1st and 2nd gear: first move the gear lever fully left and then forward
or back into 1st and 2nd gear.
3rd and 4th gear: move the gear lever forward or b ...
Inside rear hatch release
The inside rear hatch release is designed to provide a way to open the rear hatch
in the case of a discharged battery.
The rear hatch release lever (see illustration) is mounted on the rear hatch.
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Waxing
Waxing the vehicle will help prevent the adherence of dust and road chemicals
to the paintwork. Apply a wax solution after washing the vehicle, or at least once
every three months to assist displa ...