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What does a fuel consumption of 18 mean?

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TravisDella
07/29/25 1:45am

Fuel consumption of 18 means 18 liters. The following is a related introduction about car fuel consumption: 1. Introduction: An important indicator to measure the fuel economy of a car. Fuel economy is usually measured by the amount of fuel consumed by a car traveling a certain distance under specific driving conditions or the distance a car can travel with a certain amount of fuel. China and Europe use the amount of fuel consumed per 100 kilometers traveled by a car, i.e., fuel consumption per 100 kilometers (L/100 km), to evaluate the fuel economy of a car. 2. Impact: If a car's tires are underinflated, it will affect fuel consumption. If the tire pressure is too low, the contact area between the tires and the ground will increase, the driving resistance of the car will increase, and the fuel consumption of the car will also increase.

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MiaAnn
08/12/25 11:39am

18 liters per 100km means your car burns 18 liters of fuel for every 100 kilometers driven. That's quite high fuel consumption – typical compact cars usually range between 6-8 liters, while SUVs might reach 12-14 liters at most. 18L/100km sounds like a real gas guzzler, with fuel costs skyrocketing as you drive. If you frequently take short trips or often get stuck in city traffic, or if you're too heavy-footed on the accelerator, these can all drive up fuel consumption. I'd recommend checking your tire pressure – underinflated tires increase rolling resistance. Also inspect your spark plugs – worn-out plugs causing misfires waste fuel. Regular oil changes and carbon deposit cleaning can help too. Maintaining steady throttle on highways saves significant fuel – avoid frequent hard acceleration and sudden braking.

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SanDavid
10/02/25 2:58am

Fuel consumption of 18 refers to 18 liters per 100 kilometers. I've driven for decades and seen this situation. If your car is an older model or has a large-displacement engine, naturally the fuel consumption will be higher; driving habits are also crucial, such as frequent stops and starts or driving overloaded and speeding, which will consume more fuel. This level of fuel consumption means significant monthly fuel expenses. Assuming you drive 50 kilometers a day, the fuel cost alone could exceed a thousand yuan a month. I suggest starting with simple steps: check if the air filter is clogged, cleaning it might reduce fuel consumption; carry less weight in the car, try traveling light. Long-term high fuel consumption could also shorten engine life, so it's best to have a professional mechanic take a look.

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DiEmery
11/15/25 4:42am

A fuel consumption of 18 means you need to add 18 liters of gasoline to drive 100 kilometers. This is very fuel-intensive, as new cars or small-displacement vehicles usually have lower fuel consumption. From my experience, driving such a car means fuel expenses rise quickly, and even filling up twice a week isn't enough. If the car has a large engine or is an older model, fuel consumption tends to be even higher. Don't overlook driving habits: slow acceleration and smooth stops can reduce fuel usage. High fuel consumption also pollutes the air, with more exhaust emissions being less environmentally friendly. Addressing the issue promptly is the best approach.

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