What is the actual fuel consumption of the Honda Vezel?
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Honda Vezel offers three powertrain models, equipped with 1.5L, 1.5T, and 1.8L engines respectively. The actual fuel consumption is 7.1L for the 1.5L model, 8L for the 1.5T model, and 7.9L for the 1.8L model. Below are the relevant details:1. Good vehicle condition is fundamental to fuel efficiency: Issues in the engine ignition system, such as inaccurate ignition timing, leaking high-voltage wires, or spark plug carbon buildup causing weak ignition, can significantly reduce combustion efficiency and increase fuel consumption.2. Driving conditions are a major factor affecting fuel consumption: Every car has its "economical speed range," typically designed between 70-90 km/h. If the vehicle can travel smoothly within this speed range in urban areas, the fuel consumption should be close to the test values obtained in standard testing environments.
I remember when I was driving the Vezel, the actual fuel consumption was much higher than the official claim of 6 liters. In the city with heavy traffic and frequent traffic lights, it easily reached 9-10 liters; on the highway cruising, it comfortably stayed around 6-7 liters. Weather changes also had a big impact, with the AC in summer possibly adding about 1 liter. Loading more cargo would noticeably increase the fuel consumption. To reduce it a bit, I usually accelerated gently from a stop and avoided sudden braking, cultivating a smooth driving habit. Recording data with a mobile app was very helpful, and after a year, the average was just over 8 liters. Overall, the Vezel isn’t too fuel-thirsty, but you have to accept that reality differs quite a bit from the advertised figures.
