Is the SWM X7 fuel-consuming?

[StBradley]

Not very fuel-consuming. The SWM X7 has 11 models currently on sale. Among them, the 2021 facelift models include the 1.5T automatic Elite Edition 6-seater, automatic Elite Edition 7-seater, automatic Zhiyun Edition 7-seater, and automatic Elite Edition 5-seater, all equipped with a 156-horsepower engine, with an NEDC fuel consumption of 8L per 100km. The 2020 models include the 2.0L manual Comfort Edition 5-seater, manual Elite Edition 5-seater, manual Comfort Edition 7-seater, and manual Elite Edition 7-seater, all equipped with a 137-horsepower engine, with an NEDC fuel consumption of 7.9L per 100km. The 2020 models also include the 2.0L manual Champion Edition 7-seater, manual Champion Edition 6-seater, and manual Champion Edition 5-seater, all equipped with a 143-horsepower engine, with an NEDC fuel consumption of 7.9L per 100km. The fuel tank capacity of different SWM X7 models is the same. The distance that can be covered with a full tank of fuel is as follows: For models equipped with a 156-horsepower engine and an NEDC fuel consumption of 8L per 100km, the fuel tank capacity is 54L, and the distance that can be covered with a full tank is 54/8100=675km. For models equipped with a 137-horsepower engine and an NEDC fuel consumption of 7.9L per 100km, the fuel tank capacity is 54L, and the distance that can be covered with a full tank is 54/7.9100=684km. For models equipped with a 143-horsepower engine and an NEDC fuel consumption of 7.9L per 100km, the fuel tank capacity is 54L, and the distance that can be covered with a full tank is 54/7.9*100=684km. The fuel consumption of a car is directly related to five major factors: driving habits, the car itself, road conditions, natural wind, and environmental temperature. Specific factors that can increase fuel consumption are as follows: Driving habits: Rough driving can increase fuel consumption. The car itself: Cars with larger displacements consume more fuel than those with smaller displacements because larger displacements generally mean higher power, requiring more gasoline to burn and perform work. Heavier cars consume more fuel because greater weight requires more driving torque. Road conditions: Driving on dirt roads, muddy roads, soft surfaces, or mountainous roads increases resistance and fuel consumption. Natural wind: Driving against the wind or on windy days increases car resistance and fuel consumption. Low environmental temperatures: When the engine block temperature is low, the gasoline injected during cold starts is less likely to atomize, requiring more gasoline to be injected for combustion, thus increasing fuel consumption. Additionally, at low temperatures, the engine computer controls the engine to run at higher RPMs to warm up, which also increases fuel consumption.

[Gabriela]

I've been driving the SWM X7 for over two years, mainly for daily school runs with my kids and city commuting. The official fuel consumption is labeled at 7.6L/100km, but in reality, it averages around 9L, and can go up to 10.5L with AC on in summer. The SUV's heavier body and larger frontal area definitely make it thirstier than sedans. But this is pretty standard for mid-size SUVs in its class—models like the Tiguan L and Haval H6 also average 9-11L. My advice: maintain proper tire pressure, use 5W-30 viscosity oil, and avoid aggressive throttle starts. Surprisingly, it's quite efficient on highways—once showed just 6.8L/100km on a national road trip, which was a nice surprise.

[GemmaAnn]

As a construction site frequent driver, the fuel consumption of SWM X7 is within my acceptable range. My 1.5T manual transmission model averages 8.5L per 100km when carrying tools on urban-rural roads. The most fuel-intensive scenarios are fully loaded uphill climbs and rainy muddy roads, where instantaneous consumption can spike to 14L; on flat provincial highways it stabilizes at 7L. I recommend monitoring the instant fuel consumption gauge closely - anticipating road conditions is crucial: release the accelerator 300m before red lights, minimize lane changes, and avoid construction zones. Change engine oil before exceeding 7,500km and clean the air filter monthly - these small habits can save two full tanks annually.

[DeCourtney]

Last week, I helped a friend test the fuel consumption of the SWM X7, a 2.0L automatic model with 3 years of use. Actual test data: pure highway driving 7.2L/100km, pure city driving 11.3L, combined around 9.8L. Three key findings: the engine's thermal efficiency is relatively low, frequent start-stop in traffic significantly increases fuel consumption; the factory-matched 6AT transmission downshifts slowly, causing higher RPMs on uphill climbs; the fuel tank is nominally 60L, but only about 52L can be filled when the fuel light comes on. Overall, it's average among SUVs in the same price range, more fuel-efficient than the Boyue but less so than the Oshan X7.