What is Considered a Normal Average Fuel Consumption?

[AlanaLynn]

The average fuel consumption of motor vehicles is considered normal if it matches the official fuel consumption per 100 kilometers published by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, or is 3 to 5 points higher. Tire Impact on Fuel Consumption: The relationship between tires and fuel consumption varies depending on the type of tread pattern. Tires with zigzag patterns are more fuel-efficient compared to standard treads. Fuel-saving tires can reduce fuel consumption. Compared to products of the same specification, fuel-saving tires have lower rolling resistance values under the same load. Reducing rolling resistance leads to lower fuel consumption. If a vehicle is equipped with four fuel-saving tires, it can significantly reduce fuel usage. Drag Coefficient Impact on Fuel Consumption: The design of a car also plays a crucial role in fuel economy, especially at higher speeds, which is referred to as "aerodynamic drag." Reducing air resistance is mainly achieved by minimizing the vehicle's frontal area and drag coefficient. The frontal area depends on the vehicle's size, while the drag coefficient is influenced by the body design. Compact and streamlined car bodies are effective ways to improve fuel efficiency.

[LeCamille]

After driving for ten years, I've realized there's no standard answer when it comes to fuel consumption. For my compact sedan, I consider a city driving display of 7.5L/100km quite reasonable. But last week when I drove a friend's mid-size SUV on the highway, they complained about 9L/100km being too high. It really depends on hard metrics like engine displacement and vehicle weight. Many modern cars now have fuel consumption displays - it's normal for new cars to show higher readings during the break-in period, which usually stabilizes after about 5,000 kilometers. The key is to monitor your own vehicle's data trends closely; a sudden spike of 2-3L/100km warrants attention. Manual transmissions typically save about 1L/100km compared to automatics, and urban commuters facing frequent traffic jams should be mentally prepared for higher consumption.