Is the Civic fuel consumption high?
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The Civic is very fuel-efficient in its class, with an average urban fuel consumption of around 8 liters per 100 kilometers. Reasons for high car fuel consumption: Fluctuations in fuel consumption due to temperature. Generally, in winter when temperatures are low, fuel consumption increases slightly, almost comparable to fuel consumption when using air conditioning in summer. Car maintenance: If the vehicle has not been maintained for a long time, dirty engine oil and air filters can also lead to increased fuel consumption. Dirty engine oil results in poor lubrication, increasing resistance in the engine's moving parts, requiring more energy to overcome this resistance, thus increasing fuel consumption. Spark plug replacement: Once spark plugs reach the end of their lifespan, although they can still function, they may cause delayed ignition due to insufficient ignition energy, missing the optimal ignition timing. Insufficient tire pressure: Low tire pressure increases the contact area between the tires and the ground, increasing friction, which means higher driving resistance and increased fuel consumption.
I've been driving a Civic for almost half a year and feel its fuel consumption isn't high at all—it's actually quite economical. In city traffic jams, it's about 8 liters per 100 km, while on highways it drops to around 6 liters, averaging just over 7 liters overall. Honda's engines are highly efficient, and the car's lightweight body helps, unlike those large SUVs that easily consume over 10 liters. Driving habits matter a lot—I maintain steady speeds and avoid sudden acceleration to better control fuel consumption. Regular maintenance, like changing the air filter and keeping tire pressure from getting too low, also helps save on fuel costs. Overall, the Civic's fuel efficiency is very friendly for salaried workers, significantly reducing monthly expenses.
