What is the actual fuel consumption of the XC60?
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The XC60 has 6 models. Among them, the 2021 T5 AWD Inscription Luxury, AWD Momentum Luxury, AWD Momentum Sport, AWD Base Luxury, and AWD Base Sport models, equipped with a 250-horsepower engine, have an NEDC fuel consumption of 7.9L per 100km. The 2021 T4 Base Luxury model, equipped with a 190-horsepower engine, has an NEDC fuel consumption of 7.5L per 100km. The fuel tank capacity is the same across different XC60 models. The distance that can be covered on a full tank of fuel is as follows: For models with a 250-horsepower engine and NEDC fuel consumption of 7.9L per 100km, the fuel tank capacity is 70L. The distance that can be covered on a full tank is 70/7.9*100=886km. For models with a 190-horsepower engine and NEDC fuel consumption of 7.5L per 100km, the fuel tank capacity is 70L. The distance that can be covered on a full tank is 70/7.5*100=933km. The fuel consumption of a car is directly related to five major factors: driving habits, the car itself, road conditions, natural wind, and environmental temperature. Specific factors that can increase fuel consumption are as follows: Driving habits: Aggressive driving, such as sudden acceleration, frequent overtaking, and not easing off the throttle before encountering a red light, can increase fuel consumption. The car itself: Cars with larger engine displacements generally consume more fuel than those with smaller displacements because larger displacements usually mean higher power output, requiring more gasoline for combustion. Heavier cars also consume more fuel because greater weight requires more driving torque. Road conditions: Driving on dirt roads, muddy roads, soft surfaces, or mountainous roads increases resistance and fuel consumption. Natural wind: Driving against the wind or on windy days increases car resistance and fuel consumption. Low environmental temperatures: When the engine block is cold, the injected gasoline does not atomize easily during cold starts, requiring more gasoline to be injected for combustion, thus increasing fuel consumption. Additionally, at low temperatures, the engine's computer controls higher RPMs to warm up the car, which also increases fuel consumption.
I've been driving the XC60 gasoline version for two years now, and the real fuel consumption depends on the situation. On the highway with steady driving, the fuel consumption can drop to around 7.5 liters per 100 kilometers; but during peak traffic hours in the city, with frequent braking and starting, the fuel consumption often jumps above 12 liters. Driving habits have a significant impact. For example, avoid pressing the accelerator too hard when starting, and using air conditioning or carrying heavy loads will also increase consumption. My daily average is around 9 liters, and smoother gear shifts can save a lot. I recommend regularly checking tire pressure and engine oil. These small details can add up to significantly reduce fuel consumption and extend engine life.
