How to Solve the High Fuel Consumption of Ford Kuga?

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EstherMarie
07/29/25 7:00am
Ford Kuga high fuel consumption causes and solutions are as follows: 1. The quality of the added fuel is too low: When the quality of the fuel added to the car is too low, the fuel and mixed gas cannot fully burn in the engine, which will cause some fuel waste and lead to an increase in the car's fuel consumption. Adding high-quality fuel can reduce fuel consumption to a certain extent; 2. Aggressive driving: When the driver drives the car too aggressively, the engine speed tends to be relatively high, which can easily cause the car engine to rotate under overload, resulting in high fuel consumption. It is necessary to change the driving style, drive gently, learn to brake in advance, and start slowly; 3. Severe engine carbon deposits: When the engine carbon deposits are too severe, the fuel cannot be transported normally, and the car will experience increased fuel consumption and weakened power symptoms. The engine carbon deposits should be cleaned immediately; 4. Excessive car weight: When the car's weight is too high, it will increase the load on the engine, leading to high fuel consumption. It is necessary to reduce the car's weight.
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LeZane
08/12/25 10:21am
As a Ford Escape owner, I've found that one of the main reasons for high fuel consumption is driving habits. Rapid acceleration and frequent braking significantly increase fuel usage, especially in urban traffic congestion. After adjusting to smooth starts, avoiding stomping on the accelerator, and maintaining steady speeds, my fuel consumption dropped from 11L to 9L per 100km. Additionally, prolonged idling wastes fuel too – for instance, turning off the engine when parked for over a minute (like waiting for someone) saves considerable fuel. Using cruise control during long-distance drives is more efficient. These habit changes cost nothing but deliver remarkable results while extending engine lifespan – particularly suitable for SUVs like the Ford Escape. After consistently applying these adjustments for several months, I observed noticeable improvements.
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