How Far Can a Car Go on a Full Tank of Gas?
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Generally, a full tank of gas can allow a car to travel approximately 500 kilometers. Relevant explanations are as follows: Introduction: The fuel tank capacity of small cars is typically around 35 to 45 liters, while that of medium-sized cars ranges from 55 to 75 liters. In general, a full tank of gas can enable a car to travel about 500 kilometers. Methods to Reduce Car Fuel Consumption: Controlling speed and fuel economy: The most fuel-efficient speed is when the car is in direct drive or overdrive, which is the speed at which fuel consumption is the lowest. When driving on the same road, different speeds result in different fuel consumption rates. Therefore, there is a specific speed at which fuel consumption is minimized. Gear selection and fuel economy: Both gear selection and shifting actions significantly impact fuel consumption. When starting, it is essential to choose the appropriate gear based on the vehicle's load and road conditions.
Last time I drove my friend's SUV from Shanghai to Suzhou, I specifically tested the full-tank range. His car has a 68-liter fuel tank, and in city traffic, it consumes 12 liters per 100 kilometers, which calculates to only about 560 kilometers of range. But on the highway, maintaining a steady speed of 90 km/h, it only uses 7.5 liters per 100 kilometers, pushing the range straight up to 900 kilometers! However, when I actually refueled, I noticed a detail: although the tank is labeled as 68 liters, I ended up adding 71 liters. Turns out, fuel tanks are designed with a safety margin. I recommend checking your car's manual for the fuel tank capacity and then combining it with your daily displayed fuel consumption, multiplying by a factor of 0.85 to get a more accurate estimate of the real range.
