Is 12 liters per 100 kilometers considered high fuel consumption?
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1.6L engine consuming 12 liters per 100 kilometers is not considered high if driving only in congested urban areas. Here are some related introductions about fuel consumption: 1. Driving habits and road conditions: Fuel consumption is greatly influenced by driving habits and road conditions. Avoid hard acceleration; gradual acceleration when starting is the most fuel-efficient. To save fuel, avoid heavy throttle when starting, as heavy throttle can increase fuel consumption by 2 to 3 times compared to normal acceleration. 2. Braking: Maintaining distance and avoiding frequent braking saves more fuel. If you don't maintain distance, you may need to brake frequently on the road. When braking, an automatic transmission vehicle will downshift, requiring the engine to pull back up from lower gears. Starting from a stop or in lower gears requires the engine to consume more fuel.
As an experienced car owner, 12 liters per 100 kilometers is indeed considered high fuel consumption. Generally, compact cars like sedans average around 7-8 liters, while SUVs may range from 10-15 liters which is normal. If you're driving a regular family car, 12 liters means significantly higher expenses, especially with current fuel prices adding hundreds more to monthly costs. I remember my old car had similar consumption initially, later finding low tire pressure and constant AC usage were the culprits. I recommend visiting a repair shop for checks—like inspecting the air filter or adjusting driving habits (avoid aggressive acceleration) to save substantially. Long-term, switching to a fuel-efficient or hybrid model would be more economical, easing both your wallet and environmental impact. The key is not to ignore it—high fuel consumption increases overall ownership costs, so addressing it early ensures worry-free driving.
