[Helgeson]

Yes, that's just calm freeway driving. And please keep in mind that the 1100 remaining km is just an estimate based on the comsumption over the last 30 km. In reality, I never got that far, so it is more of a nice curiosity, really. Also, the computer in the 118d underestimated the actual comsumption a little (as opposed to the 130i, which actually is quite accurate).

Yet, it is quite clear that good mileage is possible with the 118d; I think I had a typical avg of 5,2 l/100km or some 45 mpg (all figures are in US mpg, btw) over the 12500 km I drove it. This is not as low as specified (4,5 l/100 km or 52 mpg) but still good, especially given that it was during the winter half of the year and the car was new. On the other hand, it included some 60-70% freeway driving and yes, traffic jams do have a most adverse impact on consumption :-(