What is the actual fuel consumption of the Jetta VS5?
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Jetta VS5 manual transmission models have a fuel consumption of 7.1 liters per 100 kilometers, while automatic transmission models consume 7.8 liters per 100 kilometers. Here is an introduction to the Jetta VS5: 1. Vehicle positioning: The Jetta VS5 is a compact SUV. 2. Powertrain: It is equipped with a 1.4-liter turbocharged engine from the Volkswagen EA211 series, delivering 150 horsepower and a maximum torque of 250 Nm. The engine can output maximum power at 5000 to 6000 rpm and maximum torque at 1750 to 3000 rpm. It is paired with either a 5-speed manual transmission or a 6-speed automatic transmission.
I've been driving the Jetta VS5 for almost a year now, and honestly, the actual fuel consumption isn't as low as the official figures suggest. Mostly driving in the city with frequent traffic jams and traffic lights, it's around 8.5 to 9 liters per 100 kilometers. On the highway at a steady speed, it can drop to about 7.5 liters. There are many factors affecting fuel consumption, like when I accelerate hard by pressing the throttle more, it consumes more fuel. Also, using the heater when the temperature drops increases consumption a bit. I recommend developing smooth driving habits and regularly checking tire pressure—too low pressure increases resistance and significantly raises fuel consumption. Overall, it's not particularly fuel-efficient but not outrageous either. For an average family car, monthly fuel costs are around five to six hundred yuan, which is still within an acceptable range.
I've been using the Jetta VS5 for half a year at home, mainly for school runs and grocery shopping. The real-world average fuel consumption is just over 8L/100km. In heavy city traffic, it can rise above 9L/100km; while driving briskly in suburban areas on weekends, it can drop to just over 7L/100km. I believe the key to fuel efficiency lies in maintenance details - regular oil changes and keeping the air filter unclogged help maintain higher engine efficiency. The AC does increase fuel consumption in summer, so I turn it off for short trips to save some fuel. Fully loaded cars also consume more fuel, but it's quite economical when driving alone. Monthly fuel costs are around 400 yuan, significantly less than my previous car.
