How many liters of fuel does a car consume to travel 100 kilometers?

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OMaci
07/29/25 6:27am
Due to differences in road conditions, temperature, vehicle condition, driving habits, and many other factors, the fuel consumption for 100 kilometers varies among different vehicles, so there is no standard unified answer. Fuel consumption per 100 kilometers: Fuel consumption per 100 kilometers refers to the amount of fuel a vehicle consumes when traveling 100 kilometers on the road at a certain speed, serving as a theoretical indicator for the vehicle. This metric is obtained by manufacturers in controlled environments using a dynamometer installed on the vehicle's chassis to measure values, which are then converted into speed parameters. The vehicle is then driven at specified speeds to calculate the theoretical experimental fuel consumption data per 100 kilometers for the model. However, this data often differs significantly from actual fuel consumption. Different vehicle models have varying fuel consumption standards, and the fuel consumption for 100 kilometers differs among vehicles; even the same vehicle, when driven by different drivers, will exhibit different fuel consumption; moreover, the same vehicle model will have different fuel consumption under different driving conditions.
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VanHarrison
08/12/25 9:53am
This question is actually quite hard to generalize, as every car has different fuel consumption habits. From my experience driving various models, a typical sedan consumes about 6 to 10 liters per 100 kilometers, while an SUV might need 10 to 15 liters. Hybrids are more fuel-efficient, using only 4 to 6 liters. Besides the vehicle type, key factors affecting fuel consumption include your driving style: aggressive acceleration and braking can increase fuel consumption by 20-30%. Road conditions also play a big role—stop-and-go traffic in the city is the most fuel-intensive, while maintaining a steady speed on the highway is very efficient. Also, don’t underestimate the impact of air conditioning; using the AC in summer can add about 1 liter per 100 kilometers. My suggestion is to reset your odometer at your next fill-up and calculate the actual fuel consumption after running through that tank for the most accurate measurement.
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