Major road trip impressions

My wife and I are currently on a 6 week road trip from Pennsylvania to Colorado and Utah (Moab). I thought I would share some impressions. My LC premium underground had 500 miles on the clock when we left PA. First leg was to Columbus OH a distance of 450 miles. I had her in eco, no problem drove the speed limit and returned a 25.6 mpg. This positivity surprised me as the vehicle was fully laden with camping stuff for our entire trip. The general drive, road holding and power for what she is was more than sufficient. My daily driver is an AMG so I am aware of powerful cars. The seats and ride position was extremely comfortable and all round vision excellent. My only negative was the small gas tank which necessitated regular gas station visits. Counter point though -at my age this is in any case needed

Our next leg of the trip is approximately 430 miles to St Louis then Salina and Co Springs.

I will post further impressions as we cover more ground

Looking forward to reading more about how the LC handles long road trips. Overall comfort, as you mention is excellent with seats & seating position, is my primary purchase consideration for my next car, as I hope to get on the road with some long trips again.

MJE said:

Looking forward to reading more about how the LC handles long road trips. Overall comfort, as you mention is excellent with seats & seating position, is my primary purchase consideration for my next car, as I hope to get on the road with some long trips again.

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After 4 days and 1600 miles we arrived in Colorado yesterday. The LC was a dream. Handled the road brilliantly as well as two major rain storms. The comfort of the ride was way beyond expectations. My wife is height challenged and felt the visibility was a real plus factor. Fuel consumption for the entire trip was 24.2mpg which I feel is very reasonable.

Nicely done! Keep it going, please!

Whilst in Colorado Springs we did Pikes Peak drive which was a breeze for the LC. We then tackled Rampant Ride road. A non paved forest trail of 57 miles. The LC also handled this with ease. Consumption is now at 20.6mpg. Besides the small gas tank which I mentioned in my first mail the vehicle is a magnet for bugs. Besides that a fantastic vehicle especially in the wild where it thrives

Wow those are great pics! Thanks for sharing.

MJE said:

Looking forward to reading more about how the LC handles long road trips. Overall comfort, as you mention is excellent with seats & seating position, is my primary purchase consideration for my next car, as I hope to get on the road with some long trips again.

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I had the same experience on a 2000 mile round trip. Very comfortable and capable.