What is the actual fuel consumption of the KAMIQ?
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The KAMIQ is equipped with three powertrain options: 1.5L+5MT, 1.5L+6AT, and 1.2T+7DCT. Although its power performance is only sufficient for daily family commuting, its fuel economy is excellent. The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) has given its combined fuel consumption per 100 kilometers as 5.8-6L. So, what is the actual fuel consumption of the KAMIQ? The measured average fuel consumption per 100 kilometers is 6.80-7.52L. The KAMIQ is a low-end compact SUV under the SAIC Volkswagen Skoda brand. Despite its relatively low price, it performs well in various aspects, offering adequate power performance for family use.
I've been driving the KAMIQ for over half a year now, and the overall fuel consumption is quite reasonable. For daily city commuting, it's around 7.5 liters per 100 kilometers when there are many traffic lights, and it can drop to about 5 liters on highway cruising. Last week, I went to the suburbs, and with cruise control on the highway, the fuel consumption showed 5.2 liters, which was particularly economical. There are many influencing factors: driving habits are the most critical—sudden acceleration and braking can cause an instant spike in fuel consumption. Maintenance is also important; I regularly check the tire pressure because low pressure increases resistance. When the air conditioning is on, it can consume an extra liter in the summer, so I recommend opening windows for natural ventilation. Compared to my friends' cars, the KAMIQ's fuel consumption is average for its class. My actual average is 7 liters, which saves quite a bit on fuel costs over a year. After getting used to it, I have no complaints—mainly, developing smooth driving habits can optimize fuel consumption.
