What is the actual fuel consumption of the JAC Refine M3?
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The MIIT comprehensive fuel consumption of the JAC Refine M3 is 7.9L/100km. Methods to reduce fuel consumption are as follows: Maintain the air filter to reduce fuel consumption: Dirty fuel or restricted airflow can easily increase fuel consumption. The function of the air filter is to purify the air entering the cylinder. If the fuel exceeds standards or is too dirty, it will obstruct airflow, leading to increased fuel consumption. Tests have shown that if the fuel is too dirty or the fuel level is too high, fuel consumption can increase by more than 20%. Therefore, it is important to perform regular maintenance, apply a certain oil film after each cleaning, and add lubricating oil at the bottom according to the marked standards. Regularly remove carbon deposits to reduce fuel consumption: Excessive carbon deposits can increase fuel consumption by about 8%. When carbon deposits accumulate in the combustion chamber, it can easily cause spontaneous ignition of the combustible mixture, resulting in a drop in power. If carbon deposits are excessive, fuel consumption can increase by about 8%. Therefore, during secondary maintenance or when the cylinder head is disassembled for other reasons, it is important to thoroughly clean the carbon deposits in the combustion chamber and on top of the piston to reduce unnecessary fuel consumption.
I've been driving the JAC Refine M3 for over three years. As a practical MPV, the actual fuel consumption isn't a fixed number. Based on my personal records, for daily urban driving, it averages around 10-11 liters per 100 km; on highways with good conditions, it can drop to 8-9 liters. Generally speaking, the average for most owners is about 9-10 liters. There are quite a few influencing factors: heavier vehicle load, such as carrying cargo or more passengers, can increase fuel consumption by 1-2 liters; driving habits are also crucial—frequent rapid acceleration or braking can waste more fuel. I recommend owners develop a smooth driving style and regularly check tire pressure and air filters, which can save 0.5-1 liter. Don't just rely on the manufacturer's data, which is measured in ideal lab conditions—real-world usage will differ. Overall, this car isn't particularly fuel-efficient, but it's decent among similar MPVs, suitable for daily family use or light commercial purposes.
As a young frequent driver of the JAC Refine M3, I'd say the real fuel consumption is around 9.5-11L/100km. In actual city driving during peak hours, it can reach 12L, while highway cruising drops to 8.5L. My onboard logger shows an average of about 10L. The powertrain isn't new - the older 1.8L engine is quite thirsty, with road conditions and weather causing 0.5-1L fluctuations. For example, AC use in summer slightly increases consumption, while frequent cold starts in winter burn extra fuel. I recommend actual measurement: fill up, drive 100km, then calculate real figures rather than trusting advertised values. Also, modifications like roof racks increase drag and fuel usage - choosing base models may save fuel. Overall, this MPV suits practical users but don't expect extreme savings.