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How much fuel does a sedan consume when running the air conditioner for one hour?

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DonovanDella

07/25/25 6:13am

When a car idles with the engine running and the air conditioner on for one hour, it consumes approximately 2 liters of fuel. Engine idling consumes a significant amount of fuel. If the idling is only to power the air conditioner compressor, more energy is wasted, and the engine remains in a high-temperature state for a long time, which may lead to the accumulation of carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide inside the vehicle. Here are some important points to note when using the car air conditioner: 1. Do not smoke while the air conditioner is on; many people occasionally smoke to stay alert while using the car air conditioner, but if you smoke with the air conditioner on, the smoke cannot be promptly expelled outside the car, which can harm the eyes and respiratory system. 2. Avoid setting the temperature too low; some people set the air conditioner to the lowest temperature for quick cooling, but this can affect the body's endocrine system. Prolonged exposure to excessively low temperatures may cause symptoms such as leg pain and overall chills. It is recommended to maintain a temperature difference of 5-6°C from the outdoor temperature.

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