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Drivers fork out hundreds more than expected on fuel because of unreliable MPG

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When buying a new car, there are many costs motorists will consider before taking the plunge.

But just how reliable is the 'official' mile per gallon - or MPG - figure revealed from government tests, which manufacturers then promote on models?

Well, according to motor magazine What Car?, the answer is - not very.

Eight of the most unreliable official MPG figures by manufacturers | Mail Online



What Car? has a 'true' MPG tool on its website which aims to give a more accurate reflection.

True MPG - genuine, achievable fuel economy tests from What Car?
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loved the Tesco site once I put in most of my information it was only about a mile or two out,said my two should e doing 48 to 49 MPG when in fact I'm getting 51 and 53 respectively
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I liked the random Russian dating photos better! Funny as :lol:

For the man who is alway rushin'

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