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What is the actual fuel consumption of the Magotan 330 and 380?

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DiMadison
07/29/25 11:50pm
The comprehensive fuel consumption of the Magotan 330 is 6.2L/100Km, and that of the Magotan 380 is 6.7L/100Km. Here are some methods to reduce car fuel consumption: 1. Regular vehicle maintenance or checking tire pressure: Regular oil changes can reduce carbon buildup. 2. Maintain an appropriate speed: Try to maintain a steady speed while driving, avoiding sudden braking and overtaking. Additionally, keeping a proper distance from other vehicles can prevent situations where you have to brake hard and then accelerate sharply, thereby reducing fuel consumption. 3. Open windows at low speeds: Generally, when driving at low speeds, you can open both side windows to reduce wind resistance. 4. Plan your route before departure: Planning your route before setting off can save fuel. Driving an extra kilometer each day can add up to an additional three liters of gasoline per month on average. 5. Avoid prolonged idling to warm up the engine: Warming up the car before driving is a good habit, but idling for three to five minutes before driving not only wastes time and fuel but can also damage the car. Therefore, the warm-up time should not be too long and is best kept within one minute.
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AnnaFitz
08/16/25 3:18am
I've been into cars for over a decade and have always kept an eye on the Magotan. The 330 version uses a low-power 2.0T engine, with real-world combined fuel consumption around 8-9 liters per 100 km in the city, dropping to 6-7 liters on the highway, and potentially spiking to 11 liters in heavy traffic. The 380 is the high-power version, delivering more aggressive performance, with combined fuel consumption around 9-10 liters, 10-11 liters in the city, and 7-8 liters on the highway. Many factors influence this: driving habits—like aggressive acceleration—can quickly increase fuel consumption; poor road conditions, such as Beijing’s rush hour, often add an extra liter or two. Vehicle maintenance is also crucial—low tire pressure or heavy AC usage can raise fuel consumption. Overall, the 330 is better for daily fuel efficiency, while the 380 is more thrilling but harder on the wallet. Driving smoothly can help keep fuel consumption within average ranges.
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JuliannaDella
10/19/25 4:24am
My family owns a Magotan 330, which has been driven for over a year. The actual fuel consumption is indeed higher than the official figures. In city traffic jams, it often reaches 9 liters, while on highways it's better at around 7 liters, with a combined average of about 8.5 liters. I've tried my friend's 380 version, which has much stronger power but higher fuel consumption, averaging around 9.5 liters combined and exceeding 11 liters in traffic jams. These data were recorded through a mobile app and discussions with other owners in the car owner group. In fact, driving habits have a significant impact: when my wife drives in the city with frequent braking, the fuel consumption increases; when I drive long distances more smoothly, it saves a lot. The fuel consumption was unstable during the initial period of the new car but improved after the break-in period. Regular maintenance is also very important, such as cleaning the air filter, which can reduce consumption by about 0.5 liters. When choosing a car, I thought the 330 was more economical and practical.
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