How to Save Fuel in Turbocharged Cars?

[AryaFitz]

Methods to save fuel in turbocharged cars: 1. Avoid aggressive acceleration when starting; 2. Maintain a steady speed; 3. Gently press the accelerator; 4. Reduce braking; 5. Keep a safe following distance; 6. Avoid opening windows at high speeds; 7. Do not turn off the engine immediately after driving a turbocharged car. The advantages of turbocharged engines are: 1. Significantly increase engine power and torque without increasing engine displacement; 2. Turbocharged engines are more fuel-efficient, reducing emissions of CO (carbon monoxide), CH (hydrocarbons), and PM (particulate matter); 3. Turbocharged engines have a simple structure, are easy to install, and have broad technical adaptability.

[LeJune]

I've been driving turbocharged cars for almost ten years and have summarized a few key fuel-saving tips. Smooth acceleration is crucial—when the turbo isn't engaged, the engine behaves similarly to a regular car, and stomping on the gas just wastes fuel. Anticipating road conditions is also important; when approaching a red light, ease off the throttle early to coast and let the turbo gradually release pressure. During highway cruising, I prefer to keep the RPM between 1,500 and 2,000, as this is when the turbo operates most efficiently, delivering better fuel economy than lower RPMs. Don’t hesitate to use the AC in summer—turbocharged cars have smaller AC compressors, and running the AC with windows closed can save 10% more fuel compared to driving with windows down at high speeds. Lastly, remember to change the air filter on time—a dirty filter forces the turbo to work 30% harder to draw in air.

[BradleyLynn]

As an office worker, I've discovered some fuel-saving tricks for driving turbocharged cars during rush hours. The most dreaded thing in city driving is stop-and-go traffic, so I turn off the auto start-stop function as soon as I get in the car - frequent restarts consume more fuel than idling. Maintain a two-car distance when following traffic, and control speed with the throttle rather than the brakes. When waiting at long red lights, shift to neutral to let the turbo rest. On weekends, I insist on refueling at reputable gas stations, as low-quality fuel from small stations can clog fuel injectors. Check tire pressure monthly - just 0.5bar lower increases fuel consumption by 3%. Also, don't use the trunk as a storage space - every extra 50kg of load adds 0.5L per 100km to fuel consumption.

[AngelinaRose]

To save fuel with a turbocharged engine, you need to understand its characteristics. Lightly press the accelerator to reach 2000 RPM, then release and wait for the speed to increase before gently accelerating again—this is called 'step acceleration'. Coasting in gear downhill saves more fuel than neutral, as the ECU automatically cuts fuel supply. Don’t hesitate when overtaking; completing the maneuver quickly is more fuel-efficient than slowly changing lanes. After a cold start, wait 30 seconds before driving, and in winter, avoid idling for more than 1 minute. Using the right oil grade is crucial—I choose 5W-30 full synthetic for lower flow resistance and reduced fuel consumption. Regularly clean throttle valve carbon deposits, as dirt can affect the air-fuel ratio.