Is the Wuling Hongguang fuel-consuming?
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The Wuling Hongguang is relatively fuel-consuming. The average fuel consumption reported by netizens is 8.15L/100km, while the official comprehensive fuel consumption is 6.5L/100km. The reasons for the relatively high fuel consumption of the Wuling Hongguang are as follows: Impact of temperature leading to increased fuel consumption: This is a normal situation. Generally, in winter when temperatures are low, fuel consumption tends to increase, almost comparable to fuel consumption when using air conditioning in summer. This is because lower temperatures cause the engine to dissipate more heat. Additionally, the warm-up time in winter is longer, requiring more time and gasoline to reach normal water temperature after starting. Vehicle not maintained for a long time: Dirty engine oil and air filters can also lead to increased fuel consumption. Dirty oil results in poor lubrication, increasing resistance in the engine's moving parts and requiring more energy to overcome this resistance, thus raising fuel consumption. Regular vehicle maintenance is necessary. Spark plugs not replaced in time: Spark plugs are often overlooked. Some vehicles have traveled over a hundred thousand kilometers without replacement. Although spark plugs can still function after their lifespan, insufficient ignition energy can cause delayed ignition, missing the optimal ignition timing.
I'm a logistics driver who frequently travels between urban and rural areas, and I've been driving a Wuling Hongguang for almost four years. My 1.5L model has a combined fuel consumption of about 7.5-8.5 liters per 100 kilometers, depending on driving conditions. Frequent stops and starts during city deliveries can push it up to 9L, but maintaining a steady 80km/h on national highways brings it down to just over 7L. The fuel consumption becomes more noticeable with heavy loads—fully loaded with one ton of cargo, it can reach around 10L, though it's still more economical compared to other small trucks. The engine technology may be dated, but it's robust; with proper maintenance, it rarely breaks down. Regularly replacing air filters and cleaning carbon deposits significantly helps with fuel efficiency. Converting to a natural gas system could save about one-third on fuel, though the initial investment is substantial. I drive approximately 3,000 kilometers monthly, keeping fuel costs around 2,000 RMB, which works well for small businesses like mine.
