Is 7.5L/100km Considered High Fuel Consumption?
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If road conditions are good without congestion, for small 1.3L models, this would be considered relatively high fuel consumption. For compact models between 1.3L to 1.6L, it falls into the medium range and is within normal fuel consumption levels. As for mid-size vehicles or SUVs with 1.6-2.0L engines, this would be considered low fuel consumption. Relevant information about vehicle fuel consumption is as follows: 1. Factors affecting vehicle fuel consumption: The level of vehicle fuel consumption depends not only on the engine displacement, transmission type, and vehicle size, but also on the driver's habits and road conditions. 2. Assessing fuel consumption from practical situations: If frequently driving on highways or elevated roads, the vehicle's fuel consumption will be relatively low, as the roads are more open and the average driving speed is higher.
I drive a regular compact sedan, and a fuel consumption of 7.5 liters per 100 kilometers feels a bit high for me, especially now that gas prices have gone up. This number means an extra hundred bucks or so on monthly fuel expenses. My daily commute is mostly city driving, where the average fuel consumption is just over 6 liters, so 7.5 liters is definitely on the higher side. However, it depends on the situation—if you're driving an SUV or a larger vehicle, this is quite normal, as those typically start at 8 liters or more. If you do more highway driving, the number can drop a bit. Driving habits also matter a lot—things like frequent hard acceleration or sudden braking can push fuel consumption up by a liter or two. I recommend keeping track of mileage after each refuel; a mobile app has helped me save quite a bit. Driving more smoothly can help keep fuel consumption in check. Overall, 7.5 liters isn’t outrageous for a small car, but optimizing it can save both money and hassle.
