csshakka Posted July 25, 2014 Report Share Posted July 25, 2014 Has anyone added one of these aftermarket mpg gauges to their vehicles and if so, how do you like them? Googling around, there seems to be a few available. Mpguino Kiwi mpg Fuel gauge II/UltraGauge II DashHawk (expensive) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pioneerchuck Posted July 25, 2014 Report Share Posted July 25, 2014 it depends on what vehicle it will be going in. Obviously the MPGuino is going to be better for older vehicles, while the Kiwi MPG is going to be better for OBD2 vehicles. Again the UltraGauge 2 is meant for newer vehicles and is an upgraded version of the Kiwi but for the average user, the added features aren't necessary. And yet again the DashHawk is meant for '08 or newer vehicles and can support more functions such as engine and trans temp which is helpful for towing. I personally would choose the Kiwi over the rest for everyday use in a normal '96 and newer vehicle. If you're going to be towing or driving a lot then Id go with the DashHawk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
csshakka Posted July 25, 2014 Author Report Share Posted July 25, 2014 it depends on what vehicle it will be going in. Obviously the MPGuino is going to be better for older vehicles, while the Kiwi MPG is going to be better for OBD2 vehicles. Again the UltraGauge 2 is meant for newer vehicles and is an upgraded version of the Kiwi but for the average user, the added features aren't necessary. And yet again the DashHawk is meant for '08 or newer vehicles and can support more functions such as engine and trans temp which is helpful for towing. I personally would choose the Kiwi over the rest for everyday use in a normal '96 and newer vehicle. If you're going to be towing or driving a lot then Id go with the DashHawk. Good info, it will be going in a 2011 jeep liberty. So between the mpguino and kiwi, what are advantages and disadvantages to each? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pioneerchuck Posted July 25, 2014 Report Share Posted July 25, 2014 Advantages to the Kiwi are that its OBD2 wired and not hardwired like the MPGuino. Its specifically designed for newer model cars (OBD2) where as the MPGuino is meant for the older vehicles (prior to OBD2). It seems to be more user friendly and it is plug and play. All in all out of those two and the vehicle its being used in, the MPGuino would work but it is not even close to an option Id choose. My choices would be between the Kiwi and the DashHawk. Also the Kiwi has a wide variety of functions since it is meant for OBD2 vehicles. Also the Kiwi would look better in your car than that old blocky computer board with an LCD screen would...Lol not to mention the kiwi is cheaper. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
csshakka Posted July 25, 2014 Author Report Share Posted July 25, 2014 Really? I thought the mpguino was cheaper, which is one of the main reasons I was still looking at it haha. Where do you see the kiwi/how much is it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
philrab Posted July 25, 2014 Report Share Posted July 25, 2014 If OBD2, I'd recommend Scangauge. Costs about $180, can certainly do trip mpg and instant, but also reads and resets trouble codes and monitors all OBD data. It's a huge help to me when I'm chasing a problem, especially an intermittent issue with a sensor, on an OBD2 vehicle. 2015 Toyota Tacoma Build Thread 2007 Mazda 3; 5000K HID's, Kenwood Excelon KDC-X997, Infinity Reference 6.5 comps in front and coaxials in the rear doors, JL 320.4 four channel, Rab Designs built ported enclosure with an SA12, Kenwood monoblock, Redline Leater shift boot/e-brake boot/center console cover, JBR short shifter/shifter bushings/rear motor mount. Build Thread 1996 Mazda Miata: Kenwood Excelon HU, Alpine speaker in the doors, Clearwater (miata specific) headrest speakers. 1994 Mazda Protege: Kenwood Excelon HU, Infinity Reference 2 ways all around, 2x RF Punch 10's in ported boxes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pioneerchuck Posted July 25, 2014 Report Share Posted July 25, 2014 I was lookin at one site and it was like $65 for the MPGuino and the Kiwi is $60...Lol but it all depends on what your use for it will be. If you plan to use it for troubleshooting then yes the scangauge is obviously gonna be better. But for everyday use and simple troubleshooting the Kiwi is the way to go. Its cheap, effective, and user friendly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
philrab Posted July 25, 2014 Report Share Posted July 25, 2014 I was lookin at one site and it was like $65 for the MPGuino and the Kiwi is $60...Lol but it all depends on what your use for it will be. If you plan to use it for troubleshooting then yes the scangauge is obviously gonna be better. But for everyday use and simple troubleshooting the Kiwi is the way to go. Its cheap, effective, and user friendly. Agreed. When I got the Scangauge, I used it for mainly OBD2 troubleshooting, and for that use it is a great tool. It's a bit overkill, and not as pretty'd up as the other options if you just want real time MPG though. 2015 Toyota Tacoma Build Thread 2007 Mazda 3; 5000K HID's, Kenwood Excelon KDC-X997, Infinity Reference 6.5 comps in front and coaxials in the rear doors, JL 320.4 four channel, Rab Designs built ported enclosure with an SA12, Kenwood monoblock, Redline Leater shift boot/e-brake boot/center console cover, JBR short shifter/shifter bushings/rear motor mount. Build Thread 1996 Mazda Miata: Kenwood Excelon HU, Alpine speaker in the doors, Clearwater (miata specific) headrest speakers. 1994 Mazda Protege: Kenwood Excelon HU, Infinity Reference 2 ways all around, 2x RF Punch 10's in ported boxes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kranny Posted July 25, 2014 Report Share Posted July 25, 2014 android phone + Torque + obd2 bluetooth plug = gas mileage calculator and 1000 other things. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
csshakka Posted July 26, 2014 Author Report Share Posted July 26, 2014 Kiwi it is then. We'll see how this turns out. Has anyone used the kiwi? There's a bunch of reviews on amazon with people saying the unit failed prematurely Scangauge E seems like a good middle ground..$95 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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