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Originally Posted by galOnTheGo
as we are just starting out, we haven't decided to tow or not. one factor is fuel mileage effect. can anyone comment on their experience with fuel mileage effect. I understand there are many factors to consider, I am just looking for your experience with it. eg - 2 mpg decrease,....
thanks
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We have a 18,000 lb coach. Not towing it gets 7.8 mpg based on 19,500 miles. We tow three different vehicles all in the 2,900 lbs to 3,300 lbs range on a 450 lb dolly. Generally we cruise at 60 mph on Interstates and 55 mph on state highways. Towing we get 6.1 mpg based on 8,000 miles.