Is the Fiat's fuel consumption high?

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Gabrielle
07/25/25 2:51pm
Fiat's fuel consumption is relatively high. This is because it is equipped with a turbocharging device, which consumes more fuel. Below is an extended introduction: The role of turbocharging: The main function of turbocharging is to increase the engine's air intake, thereby enhancing the engine's power and torque, making the car more powerful. When an engine is equipped with a turbocharger, its maximum power can increase by 40% or more compared to when it is not equipped with a turbocharger. This means that the same engine can generate more power after turbocharging. Taking the most common 1.8T turbocharged engine as an example, after turbocharging, the power can reach the level of a 2.4L engine, but the fuel consumption is not much higher than that of a 1.8 engine. In another sense, this improves fuel economy and reduces exhaust emissions.
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