16 November 2013 - Subic was a breeze with the SCTEX's long, straight roads, but the next road trip was a greater challenge. The journey to Baguio consists of the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX), Subic-Clark-Tarlac Expressway (SCTEX) northbound, a completed portion of the Tarlac-Pangasinan-La Union Expressway (TPLEX), and the MacArthur Highway before climbing the treacherous Kennon Road. Many portions of th MacArthur Highway are under heavy construction, with sections limited to a single lane. Kennon Road is known for its steep uphill climbs and twisty turns. Yet despite its small size and engine, the Picanto was able to reach Baguio Country Club without a hitch, even with the aircon on. The trip computer read a travel distance of 244.3 km, a fuel consumption rate of 5.9 l/100 (16.95 km/l), and a travel time of 5 hours 6 minutes.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0pHTipZMXuU
After spending the weekend shopping and horseback riding, it was time to go back home. Here's a video of the downhill trip.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ov9S0VKXfw
Upon returning to Quezon City, the trip computer read a travel distance of 495.3 km, a fuel range of 87 km remaining, a fuel consumption rate of 5.6 l/100 (17.86 km/l), and a total travel time of 10 hours 15 minutes.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jybVgSvUCgc
With this trip, the Picanto has achieved a new fuel economy record. Proof that it can hold its own in long distance driving as much as it can in the city.
Where to next? Stay tuned.
Special thanks to Baguio Country Club.
Tuesday, December 17, 2013
Lost in Luzon Part 1: Subic Freeport Zone
28 October, 2013 - I took a trip from Quezon City to Subic Freeport Zone to test the Picanto's top speed and highway fuel economy. The route to Subic involves the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) northbound and Subic-Clark-Tarlac Expressway (SCTEX) southbound. While on SCTEX, I was able to do a top speed of 185 kph. The video below was shot at around 160 kph.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QV9ETXqHwes
Upon arrival at my hotel, I checked the Picanto's trip computer, which logged in a trip distance of 142.4 km, a fuel consumption rate of 7.1 l/100 (14.08 km/l), and a travel time of 1 hour 34 minutes. Time to drop off the bags and go sightseeing.
I took the trip back to Makati using the same route, but maintaining a maximum speed of 120 kph to improve the fuel economy. Upon my arrival, the trip computer read a total trip distance of 332.7 km, approx fuel range of 162 km, a fuel consumption of 6.2 l/100 (16.13 km/l), and a total travel time of 5 hours 9 minutes. Overall, I'm completely satisfied with the Picanto's performance on long-distance trips.
Next destination: Baguio.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F8qMYReJoBc
Special thanks to Grand Hoyah Hotel.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QV9ETXqHwes
Upon arrival at my hotel, I checked the Picanto's trip computer, which logged in a trip distance of 142.4 km, a fuel consumption rate of 7.1 l/100 (14.08 km/l), and a travel time of 1 hour 34 minutes. Time to drop off the bags and go sightseeing.
I took the trip back to Makati using the same route, but maintaining a maximum speed of 120 kph to improve the fuel economy. Upon my arrival, the trip computer read a total trip distance of 332.7 km, approx fuel range of 162 km, a fuel consumption of 6.2 l/100 (16.13 km/l), and a total travel time of 5 hours 9 minutes. Overall, I'm completely satisfied with the Picanto's performance on long-distance trips.
Next destination: Baguio.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F8qMYReJoBc
Special thanks to Grand Hoyah Hotel.
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