Is there a drag coefficient directory?
I do a lot of motorway miles and am keen to find an aerodynamic car - most makers publish drag coefficients (Cd) but I'm struggling to find CdAs Cd x frontal area - clearly this is what actually affects fuel consumption. Is there a decent directory out there? Could you add this to your reviews?
Asked on 29 June 2022 by Alex
Answered by
Dan Powell
I'm unaware of any directory for this type of data.
It's not something we'd add to our reviews and there isn't a great deal of demand for it. If you want to know which cars are the best for fuel economy then Real MPG is your best bet: www.honestjohn.co.uk/real-mpg/
It's not something we'd add to our reviews and there isn't a great deal of demand for it. If you want to know which cars are the best for fuel economy then Real MPG is your best bet: www.honestjohn.co.uk/real-mpg/
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