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Don Gunn wrote:
> I borrowed a friends 2003 A6 Quatttro turbo for a couple of weeks and took
> several short trips in it. I got about 26-27 MPG at 75 MPH on level roads. I
> just bought my own 2003 A6 Quattro turbo, with lower mileage (55k vs. 75 k)
> than my friends, and I am only getting about 21-22 MPG on the same trips,
> also at 75 MPH.
>
> Other than checking the plugs and air filter, what do you suggest I look at
> for the cause? The car runs fine by the way, and seems to have plenty of
> power.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Don

You can also suspect the breakes. Jack the car and spin the wheels - if
the wheels are tough to move - it might be your problem.

Also possible problem is the wheel alignment. If severed toed-in/out,
you would see it on the MPG reading.

Check the lambda reader as well ( will show up if you read the error
codes)