What is the actual fuel consumption of the Mazda3 1.5?
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The actual fuel consumption of the Mazda3 1.5 is 6.44 liters per 100 kilometers. The calculation method for the Mazda3 1.5's fuel consumption and the standards for constant-speed fuel consumption tests are as follows: Fuel consumption calculation method: By resetting the mileage data recorded on the vehicle's dashboard, the onboard computer automatically calculates the vehicle's fuel consumption based on the recorded mileage and fuel consumption data. Standards for constant-speed fuel consumption tests: Constant-speed fuel consumption is the vehicle's fuel consumption per 100 kilometers obtained in fuel consumption tests under constant-speed driving conditions, as specified by national standards for certain types of vehicles. During road tests, it is necessary to follow the standards outlined in the national regulations, including test conditions, test methods, and selection of test roads. Test conditions include: the load of the test vehicle, the accuracy of test instruments, fuel, tire selection, ambient temperature, humidity, air pressure, wind speed, etc.
I've been driving the Mazda3 1.5L for three years now. In city traffic during commute hours, the fuel consumption is around 8L/100km, while on highway long-distance trips it can drop to 6.5L/100km, averaging about 7.5L/100km overall. This car is quite fuel-efficient thanks to Mazda's highly tuned engine technology. Features like SKYACTIV ensure more complete fuel combustion. When I accelerate aggressively, the fuel consumption increases slightly, but maintaining gentle throttle input keeps it between 7-7.5L. The lightweight body (just over 1.2 tons) is another advantage. Keeping proper tire pressure is crucial - I check it quarterly. Using quality engine oil during maintenance also helps save fuel costs. Overall, it's more fuel-efficient than other Japanese cars in its class. My monthly fuel expense is only about 500 RMB, which I'm quite satisfied with. For new drivers, I'd suggest minimizing AC usage and avoiding frequent S-mode in city driving to maintain stable fuel efficiency.
