How to Check Fuel Consumption?
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You can check it through the fuel consumption display on the dashboard or calculate it yourself. Here is more extended information about car fuel consumption: 1. Definition: Constant-speed fuel consumption is the vehicle's fuel consumption per 100 kilometers obtained in the constant-speed driving fuel consumption test specified by national standards for certain types of vehicles. 2. Indicator: The economic performance of a car is mainly represented by fuel consumption, which is an important performance aspect in vehicle usage. 3. Formula for calculating fuel consumption per 100 kilometers: Fuel consumption per 100 kilometers = Volume of fuel (liters) ÷ Distance the car can travel with that amount of fuel (kilometers) × 100.
I usually switch between the fuel consumption data displayed on the instrument cluster using the steering wheel buttons. Just scroll to the fuel consumption statistics page on the small central screen of the instrument panel, where both average fuel consumption and instantaneous fuel consumption are displayed. Instantaneous fuel consumption allows you to see the real-time fuel usage when pressing the accelerator, which is particularly helpful for adjusting driving habits. However, it's important to note that the fuel consumption calculated by the onboard computer may differ by about 1L from the actual consumption, so it's recommended to manually calculate it based on fuel refill amounts and mileage for greater accuracy. Additionally, a new car's fuel consumption will only stabilize after running about 3,000 kilometers, and higher readings during the cold start phase are normal. Regularly checking fuel consumption changes can also help detect vehicle issues in time, such as a sudden increase in fuel consumption possibly indicating low tire pressure or a need to replace the air filter.
