Fuel Consumption of Dodge Journey 7-Seater SUV?
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The MIIT comprehensive fuel consumption of the Dodge Journey 7-seater SUV is 8.3-11.3L/100km. Below are some fuel consumption-related introductions: 1. Habits and Road Conditions: Fuel consumption is greatly related to driving habits and road conditions. Avoid heavy acceleration; gradual acceleration when starting is the most fuel-efficient. To save fuel, avoid pressing the accelerator heavily when starting, as heavy acceleration consumes 2 to 3 times more fuel than starting at a normal speed. 2. Braking: Maintaining a safe distance and avoiding frequent braking saves more fuel. If you don't keep a safe distance, you'll often need to brake on the road. When braking, the automatic transmission gear will drop, and the car will have to accelerate again from a lower gear. Starting from a stop or in a low gear requires the engine to consume more fuel.
As a long-time owner of the Dodge Journey 7-seater SUV, I have deep feelings about its fuel consumption. In city driving, it typically gets 15 to 18 miles per gallon, while on highways it can reach around 25 mpg. The vehicle's heavy body and seven-seat design create significant wind resistance, making it even more fuel-thirsty during school-run traffic jams. In summer with AC on, the mileage can drop to around 14 mpg. Many factors affect this, such as driving habits: sudden acceleration and hard braking can skyrocket fuel consumption, while gentle driving saves considerable gas money. My experience suggests avoiding aggressive starts, taking back roads instead of congested main routes in urban areas, and maintaining proper tire pressure (underinflated tires increase fuel consumption). Compared to other 7-seat SUVs, the Journey's fuel efficiency is above average - not the most economical but still acceptable. Regarding maintenance costs, monthly fuel expenses are dozens of dollars higher than sedans, but the spacious and practical design makes it worthwhile overall. Regular maintenance like oil changes and air filter cleaning (which I do every 5,000 km) also helps improve fuel efficiency noticeably.