Is 12L/100km Urban Fuel Consumption Considered High?
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Not particularly high. Here are the details: 1. Reasons: For normal driving habits, 12L/100km fuel consumption for a 1.6L engine in congested urban areas is not considered high. However, if this consumption occurs in mixed urban-highway driving or in urban areas with relatively smooth traffic conditions, it might be slightly on the higher side. 2. Constant-Speed Fuel Consumption: Constant-speed fuel consumption refers to a vehicle's fuel economy indicator when driving at a constant speed on good road surfaces. Since constant-speed driving represents a fundamental operating condition for vehicles on highways, and this type of fuel consumption is easy to measure, it has been widely adopted. For instance, France and Germany use 90Km/h and 120Km/h constant-speed fuel consumption as primary evaluation metrics for fuel economy. China also adopts this indicator.
A city fuel consumption of 12 liters depends on the specific model and conditions. I don't think it's high for an SUV, considering its large size and powerful engine. In stop-and-go city traffic with frequent congestion, fuel consumption naturally increases. For example, my own SUV consumes about this much in the city, which is quite normal. However, if it were a compact car, 12 liters would seem a bit high. Regularly checking tire pressure and maintaining a steady driving speed can help—avoid sudden braking and acceleration. Additionally, frequent use of the air conditioning can also increase fuel consumption, especially in summer, so it's important to adjust the cabin temperature reasonably. Overall, 12 liters in the city isn't too excessive, but if aggressive driving pushes it beyond 15 liters, then it's definitely something to pay attention to.
