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Question posted by Rosemarie on June 18th, 2012

Poor Gas Mileage

I have a new 2011 Equinox. Has 500 miles on the odometer. I'm averaging 14.9mpg. Is this all I can expect out of this vehicle. My husband has a 4x4 pick-up with a V8 engine and he's averaging the same mileage. WTH??????

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