Tips for better MPG
My fuel mileage on my '22 FWD Sienna keeps going up as I have changed my driving behavior.
Here are some tips on maximizing your MPGs:
Make sure all 4 tires are at maximum pressure (go by the sticker on the drivers door opening).
Make sure EV Mode is on.
Make sure your alignment is dead-on. You need a good alignment guy for this.
Keep the MPG screen next to the speedometer on at all times to keep you focused.
Clean the air vents around your hybrid battery so it doesn't get too hot.
No junk in the trunk - get rid of the extra weight.
Run Toyota OEM 0W-16 oil and change every 5,000 miles.
Use top-tier fuel, such as Costco, Marathon, etc.
Drive like a little old lady. Accelerate slowly and try to make your stops long and steady (this recharges the hybrid battery).
No short trips. The engine needs to be warmed up. Take the longer route. You will burn more gas but get better MPG.
Don't expect great results on a brand new vehicle, the engine needs a good 60k miles to break in and get optimum mpg. If you have one with less miles, sell it and buy one with higher miles.
Turn off the AC. Tell your wife it's broken and costs too much to fix. Better yet, take your wife out of the car. The extra weight isn't helping. Keep the windows closed for better aerodynamics.
Wash the exterior.. Smooth paint has less wind resistance.
Resist the urge to drag race every sports car you see at red lights, despite knowing you could smoke them in your minivan.
Don't drive on the highway, but if you do, be sure to draft a semi trailer, 3" away from their bumper.
Keep your 4 way hazard flashers on. This will let other drivers know that you're going to be driving slow and disobeying traffic control devices.
Plan your trip around the topography. Go around the hills instead of over them. If you live in a part of the country with big hills or mountains, move somewhere flatter.
Check your local weather forecast and only drive in the direction that gives you a tailwind. This may require staying at your destination for several hours until the wind shifts the other way to go home.