How is the fuel consumption of the 4th generation Emgrand?
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After two rounds of comprehensive testing covering over 200 kilometers each in various road conditions including city streets, ring roads, and highways, the actual measured fuel consumption of the 4th generation Emgrand is around 6.8 liters per 100 kilometers. Compared to the officially announced fuel consumption level of 6.5 liters per 100 kilometers, the actual measured 6.8 liters is still a good performance. The factors affecting fuel consumption are as follows: Rough roads consume more fuel: Traffic congestion or uneven road surfaces force the vehicle to drive in low gear for extended periods, inevitably increasing fuel consumption; Using the trunk as storage increases fuel consumption: Treating the trunk as a warehouse and stuffing it with all sorts of items, useful or not, increases the vehicle's weight. It's important to note that vehicle weight is directly proportional to fuel consumption. A 10% reduction in vehicle weight can lead to a corresponding decrease in fuel consumption by several percentage points. Incorrect driving habits can double or triple fuel consumption: Poor driving habits have the greatest impact on fuel consumption. During driving, especially in heavy traffic, at red lights, or when changing lanes, sudden acceleration and hard braking are the most common issues.
I've been driving my fourth-generation Emgrand for over a year now, and its fuel efficiency has been a pleasant surprise. During my daily city commute in morning rush hour, the displayed fuel consumption typically fluctuates between 7.3 to 7.8 liters per 100 kilometers, occasionally reaching up to 8.2 liters in particularly congested areas. On weekend highway trips, it's much more economical - maintaining a steady 100 km/h with cruise control can bring consumption down to 5.6 liters. A full tank easily covers 650 kilometers, and during a long road trip I once drove 700 kilometers before the fuel light came on. It's significantly more fuel-efficient than my friend's older Emgrand model, especially with the automatic start-stop system saving fuel at red lights. I recommend regular checks on tire pressure and carbon buildup, as maintaining good vehicle condition makes a big difference in fuel consumption.
The combination of the 1.5L naturally aspirated engine with CVT transmission in the 4th-gen Emgrand is quite smart, with a comprehensive fuel consumption controlled between 6.5 to 7.2 liters. With my gentle driving habits, the urban average stays around 7 liters, and it can be even lower with good road conditions. Highway driving is the most fuel-efficient, with consumption dropping to 5.8 liters when cruising steadily at 90 to 100 km/h. The most notable advantage is the fuel economy during steady-speed driving, where the instantaneous fuel consumption display on the dashboard often dips into the 5-liter range. Of course, using air conditioning increases consumption by about 0.7 liters, but it's still more economical compared to joint-venture cars in the same class. It's worth noting that fuel consumption tends to be higher during the initial 3,000 km break-in period, but stabilizes after the first maintenance service.
As a family car, the 4th-generation Emgrand's fuel consumption is indeed economical. I drive over 40 kilometers daily for school runs and commuting, keeping monthly fuel expenses around 850 yuan. Specifically compared with similarly priced models - the Changan Eado PLUS consumes about 8.2L/100km in city driving, the Roewe i5 around 7.6L, while the Emgrand's 7.0L-ish performance is quite competitive. Using AC affects consumption by 0.5-1L fluctuation, but overall variation is minimal. The 52L fuel tank design is reasonable, just enough for two weeks. Long-term observation shows maintaining 60-80km/h speed is most fuel-efficient, and using Eco mode significantly improves consumption in traffic jams. Recent fuel price hikes don't worry me much, as the cost per 100km stays below 50 yuan.
