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Does a “chip” that bumps up the HP on T5 from 247 to 300 HP affect the gas mileage? S60 2002

posted by  Hugh on  Thu Sep 10 15:00 CST 2015
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Hello All,

I am considering the purchaser of a 2002 S60 T5 with a 5 speed manual, that has 130,000 miles from the original owner. The car appears to have been well maintained. The original owner installed a “chip” that bumped up the HP from the original 247 HP to 300 HP. According to online sources this engine in the stock form with a manual transmission was rated to obtain gas mileage of 21 mpg in the city and 28 on the highway.

I also understand the European version of the 2002 T5 was rated at 300 HP. My question is: Will the installation of the “chip” affect the gas mileage of the 2002 T5? If so, how much will it reduce it?

I confess, I have always driven like an “old man”. My daughters have said, since they were children, and they have not changed their opinion, or eagerness to share it with me, that I continue to drive like an “old man”. I guess I’m saying I don’t have a lead foot.

Thanks to all who reply.

Hugh






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