Does Turning on the Air Conditioning Affect the Fuel Consumption of the Tayron?

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Turning on the air conditioning in a car does affect fuel consumption. As the engine load increases, the lower the cooling temperature or the higher the heating temperature, the more the fuel consumption will rise. The Tayron has a combined fuel consumption of 6.7-7.5L/100km. Currently, there are 5 models of the Tayron available for sale. The Tian Luxury Intelligent Connect version has a combined fuel consumption of 6.7L/100km. The Luxury Intelligent Connect Plus and Luxury Intelligent Connect versions have a combined fuel consumption of 6.8L/100km. The R-Line Intelligent Connect and Luxury Intelligent Connect Pro versions have a combined fuel consumption of 7.5L/100km. The above figures are the NEDC combined fuel consumption, which is the fuel consumption data measured under the NEDC test procedure. The actual fuel consumption is higher than these values, ranging from 7.0-12.0L/100km. Reasons for high car fuel consumption: Abnormal tire pressure or switching to larger tires: Underinflated tires affect fuel consumption. When tire pressure is too low, the contact area between the tire and the ground increases, leading to greater driving resistance, which naturally results in higher fuel consumption. Long idling without turning off the engine or frequent ignition: When waiting for a long time without needing to move the vehicle, it is recommended to turn off the engine. Every time the engine starts, the computer-controlled fuel injection volume is higher, so frequent engine starts within a short period will definitely increase fuel consumption. Aggressive acceleration and frequent braking while driving: Unless necessary, avoid frequent overtaking while driving. Maintaining a steady speed helps reduce fuel consumption. Additionally, maintaining a proper following distance and minimizing unnecessary braking actions can also save fuel. Driving at low gear with high speed or high gear with low speed: This situation is more common among new drivers. Often, the vehicle's speed is already high, but the gear has not been shifted up accordingly, leading to higher engine RPM and naturally higher fuel consumption. Another scenario is driving at a very low speed while staying in a high gear, which is characterized by engine and body shaking and the risk of stalling. Fully open windows in summer or using air conditioning in traffic jams: Using air conditioning in summer increases engine load, leading to higher fuel consumption. Not planning the route properly, driving on congested roads, or frequently changing lanes: It is advisable to plan the route in advance, check local traffic information, and avoid congested roads.