Ordynski managed to complete the journey and even went past Brisbane, reaching the Queensland city of Bundaberg, 1,269 km (788 miles), with only one tank of fuel (53.63 liters). That's a fuel economy of 4.23L/100km (66.78 mpg).
“I was quite astonished,” said Ordynski after the run. “I originally thought Sydney to Brisbane on one tank seemed an impossible task, especially on the Pacific Highway but then the i20 just kept on going - far beyond our wildest expectations. It was a remarkable journey and a truly special result.”
The car used by the champion was a 1.4 litre i20 Active model, equipped with continuously variable valve timing (CVVT), an aluminium block and offset crankshaft.
The achievement means Hyundai now has a fleet of cars in Australia which eat up far less fuel than the 11l/100km (21 mpg) average for passenger vehicles in the country. Translated into money, this means savings of up to AU$1200 per year.
“The results of this economy challenge validate further the title of ECOcar Magazine’s 2010 Car of the Year, recently awarded to i20. Hyundai is committed to setting the pace for the auto industry when it comes to fuel economy and the intelligent application of cost-effective technologies. Our congratulations go to Ed - it really is great news for Australian light car buyers,” added Oliver Man, Hyundai Motor Company Australia marketing director.
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