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L300 V6-3.0L VIN R
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Factors That Affect Fuel Economy
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Road Conditions
Road Conditions
Road surface condition impacts fuel economy. Gravel and/or pot-holed roads decrease fuel economy, and hills versus a level terrain also negatively impact fuel economy. Similarly, driving in the rain or snow decreases fuel economy.