What is the actual fuel consumption of the VV5?
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The officially announced comprehensive fuel consumption per 100 kilometers for the Great Wall VV5 is 6.7L and 7.1L. The latest model of the Great Wall VV5 currently has a total of 4 variants, equipped with 1.5T and 2.0T engines. Details are as follows: 1. After the facelift last year, the 1.5T engine of the Great Wall VV5 was actually upgraded. The 1.5T engine with the code E15BA adopts 350Bar fuel injection pressure and the second-generation CVVL mechanism to optimize combustion, meeting the requirements of the China VI emission regulations. Through continuous variable valve lift technology, it can reduce fuel consumption by up to 8.4%. 2. The 2.0T engine is more powerful, and its fuel consumption is not significantly higher compared to the 1.5T engine.
I've been driving the VV5 for nearly three years now. For daily urban commuting, the actual fuel consumption is around 10 to 11 liters per 100 kilometers, sometimes rising to 12 liters in heavy traffic. For fuel-saving tips, I recommend avoiding sudden acceleration and using smooth driving mode, which can reduce consumption to about 8 liters on highways. Regular maintenance is also crucial; changing the engine oil every 5,000 kilometers and cleaning the air filter can help control fuel consumption. In city driving conditions, using air conditioning in summer increases fuel consumption by about half a liter, while winter heating has minimal impact. Overall, this performance is reasonable for an SUV model, and it's more economical on long-distance trips.
As a young car owner, I usually enjoy driving fast and rushing at the start, which often pushes my VV5's fuel consumption up to 12 liters per 100 kilometers. My friend also drives the same model, but he drives slowly, maintaining a steady speed of 90 km/h on the highway, and his fuel consumption stays at 9 liters. The key to saving fuel lies in driving habits: shifting gears smoothly and avoiding flooring the accelerator; in the city with many short trips, planning routes in advance to avoid detours can save half a liter of fuel. In terms of maintenance, I check the tire pressure every six months, as low pressure increases friction and consumption. Overall, the VV5's combined fuel consumption of 10 to 11 liters is normal, but young people who like to stomp on the accelerator tend to see it rise—self-control is necessary to save money.
Having worked in the auto repair industry for many years, I've dealt with common issues of the VV5. The real average fuel consumption is 10 liters per 100 kilometers, but it may rise to 13 liters for owners who neglect maintenance. The key is to change the air filter and engine oil on time—for instance, using synthetic oil can reduce fuel consumption by 0.5 liters. Engine carbon buildup or worn tires also affect efficiency, so it's recommended to clean the throttle body every 10,000 kilometers. Ignoring these can lead to long-term high fuel consumption and damage the vehicle.