What are the reasons for the increasing fuel consumption of ix35?
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In winter, fuel consumption will be slightly higher due to longer warm-up times. Below is relevant information about the ix35: 1. Introduction: The Hyundai ix35 is an SUV model. The Hyundai ix35 will replace the Tucson model and was officially introduced for domestic production in 2010. Beijing Hyundai stated that the domestic version of the ix35 will no longer use "Tucson" as the model name. 2. Performance: The ix35 offers two engine options: a 2.0L and a 2.4L. The 2.0L engine has a maximum output power of 120kW (163 horsepower) at 6200rpm and a maximum torque of 194 Nm at 4600rpm. The 2.4L engine has a maximum output power of 128kW (174 horsepower) at 6000rpm and a maximum torque of 226 Nm at 4000rpm.
I've been driving my ix35 for five years, and the sudden increase in fuel consumption is really giving me a headache. It might be due to carbon buildup in the engine, especially after running 70,000 to 80,000 kilometers. Clogged throttle bodies and fuel injectors can cause gasoline wastage. Last time, changing the spark plugs reduced my fuel consumption by 1 liter per 100 kilometers—when they age, their ignition efficiency drops, leading to higher fuel consumption. A dirty air filter can also affect air intake; it's recommended to replace it every 20,000 kilometers. Another issue is insufficient tire pressure—being 0.3 bar underinflated can increase fuel consumption by 3%, and it's even more important to watch this in hot weather. Using engine oil with too high a viscosity also increases resistance; last time, I used 40-weight oil, which clearly consumed more fuel than 30-weight. Finally, driving habits matter too—frequent rapid acceleration and hard braking are the most fuel-consuming, and using the AC in city traffic jams makes it even worse. Checking these areas first is definitely the right move.
