This is common, the sensor is very sensitive. Check that all bulbs match from one side to the other as it measures current draw differential and if it's off even slightly the sensor will trigger. Also give the sockets, bulb bases, and connectors a shot of DeOxit, and check the ground wires at the taillights.
Is the car automatic or manual? Around town or highway? 20mpg is a little low for highway driving, but typical of around town, manual will be 2 or 3 mpg higher than automatic in general.
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