What is the actual fuel consumption of the new Buick GL8?
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GL8 actual fuel consumption is 7.8 to 7.9L/100km. Below are the relevant introductions: Breakthrough: The all-new Buick GL8 Land Business Class achieves comprehensive breakthroughs in design, comfort, safety, and technology, setting a new benchmark for business and family MPVs with its "entry-level excellence" product strength. Meanwhile, the all-new Buick GL8 Land Business Class focuses on barrier-free travel, innovatively introducing a newly developed welfare version model. Powertrain: The all-new Buick GL8 family is equipped with General Motors' latest Smart-Propulsion intelligent driving technology, featuring a powerhouse combination of the eighth-generation Ecotec 2.0T variable cylinder turbocharged engine and a 9-speed HYDRA-MATIC intelligent transmission. It delivers robust performance with 174kW and 350Nm, achieving a combined fuel consumption of only 7.9L/7.8L per 100km. The 9-speed intelligent transmission and the newly equipped ETRS electronic gear selector ensure quicker shift responses and smoother power delivery.
I often drive the new Buick GL8 for my daily commute in the city, and the actual fuel consumption has surprised me a bit. In urban traffic with frequent stops and starts, the fuel consumption can rise to around 12 liters or even higher. It's much better during highway cruising, averaging about 9 liters. Overall, the daily average is between 10 to 11 liters. The GL8 is large and heavy, so city driving incurs significant fuel expenses—I fill up twice a month, which adds up. Driving habits greatly affect fuel consumption; for example, gentle acceleration and less braking can save fuel. Cold weather with the AC on also increases consumption. Overall, it's decent for family use, but you need to budget more for fuel.
