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Making the Most of Your UTV Fuel Economy

Jul. 19 2021 Ownership Tips By PrairieLand Partners

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When it comes to your utility terrain vehicle (UTV), getting the best fuel economy is crucial to saving time and money and keeping you on the way to your destination. At PrairieLand Partners, we want to help you get the most out of your UTV and its fuel economy. For more information, come see us at one of our Kansas locations.

Fuel Economy Factors

Several factors affect the fuel economy of a UTV, like any other vehicle. Some of these are:

  • Aerodynamics — The more a UTV is designed to reduce air resistance, the more fuel-efficient it will be, with less force to work against.
  • Horsepower — Engines that produce more power will likely use more fuel. Sports models that focus on power and create more speed tend to produce lower fuel economy.
  • Driving Habits — Similar to horsepower, the more that an engine is pushed, the more fuel it uses. Staying on the throttle and pushing high speeds will lower fuel economy.
  • Terrain — Different roads and trails will affect fuel economy differently. Muddy trails or uphill climbs will cause the engine to work harder and use more fuel while smoother roads will require less fuel.

Other factors include the weight of the UTV and its cargo, tire pressure and vehicle maintenance. The design of a vehicle will tell you quite a bit about what to expect regarding your fuel economy. When choosing a UTV, it is a good idea to keep all of this in mind.

What to Expect From a UTV

A UTV provides an advantage over other vehicles when it comes to fuel economy. On average, UTVs have a fuel economy of about 20 miles per gallon. This is similar to most new ATVs, if not slightly more. This is also more than most large trucks. Meanwhile, a UTV also provides a lot more utility over other vehicles in getting a job done while often requiring less fuel.

Overall, your expectations should be influenced by how you drive. As mentioned, if you are pushing the throttle extra hard or forcing the engine to work on low-pressure tires, you should expect less-than-ideal fuel economy. Ultimately, if you maintain good habits and perform regular maintenance on your UTV, you can expect to worry less about needing to fill up and focus more on the task at hand.

Conserving fuel in your UTV will save you time and money. By finding the right UTV and maintaining proper driving habits, you can make the most of your machine. For more information, come see us at PrairieLand Partners, serving customers at our locations throughout Kansas.