Is 9 liters per 100 kilometers considered high fuel consumption?

[VonBrody]

Whether a car's combined fuel consumption of around 9 liters per 100 kilometers is considered high depends primarily on the vehicle's positioning. Here are some fuel-saving driving methods: 1. Avoid stomping on the accelerator when starting: Gently pressing the accelerator when starting the car is a more fuel-efficient method, allowing the car to start slowly. 2. Maintain a reasonable and steady speed: Keeping a speed between 60-90 km/h is relatively fuel-efficient - avoid frequent acceleration and deceleration. 3. Don't let the engine idle for too long: Prolonged idling will inevitably increase fuel consumption, especially in traffic jams. It's recommended to turn off the engine if idling exceeds 5 minutes.

[VonEloise]

I've been driving for over a decade, and 9L/100km really depends on the car. For a small hatchback like the Fit, that's indeed slightly high – might want to check tire pressure or spark plugs. But if you're driving a 2.0T SUV, you should be grinning with that fuel efficiency! I once drove my friend's old Tiguan, and it easily hit 12L/100km in city traffic. Honestly, fuel consumption depends most on road conditions. My Accord gets 7L/100km on the expressway during my daily commute, but jumps to 9.5L as soon as I hit urban roads. I recommend installing a real-time fuel consumption display – watching the numbers spike when you floor the gas pedal really helps control your right foot.

[StSawyer]

From an environmental perspective, a fuel consumption of 9L corresponds to 210 grams of CO2 emissions per kilometer. The EU 2030 standard requires new cars to have an emission limit of 47 grams, which shows a significant gap. The average fuel consumption of passenger cars in China is 6.6L/100km, so 9L is indeed on the higher side. However, it is understandable for MPVs or four-wheel-drive vehicles. For example, GL8 owners who post a fuel consumption of 10L might even receive praise. It is recommended to make good use of mobile apps to track fuel consumption fluctuations. If the consumption exceeds the nominal value by 20% for three consecutive tanks of fuel, it's time to check the fault codes.