What is the actual measured fuel consumption of the Roewe RX5 Plus?
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The actual measured fuel consumption of the Roewe RX5 Plus is 6.2L per 100 kilometers. The reasons for high fuel consumption and methods to reduce it are as follows: Methods to reduce fuel consumption: Enhance vehicle maintenance. The adjustment and maintenance of the car affect engine performance and driving resistance. According to statistics, poor maintenance can increase fuel consumption by 10% to 20%. Owners should regularly visit auto repair shops for routine maintenance, such as checking tire pressure, wheel alignment, adjusting the gap between brake friction pads and brake drums, lubricating various points on the car chassis, changing engine oil on schedule, and inspecting filters. Additionally, for the engine oil specified in the manual, choose the one with the lowest viscosity because higher viscosity increases friction, leading to higher fuel consumption. Reasons for high fuel consumption: Using higher viscosity engine oil increases resistance during engine operation. Prolonged idling when the engine is warm can lead to more carbon deposits, and the engine injects more gasoline to maintain operation at low temperatures. Long-term short-distance driving, carrying heavy items in the car for extended periods, low tire pressure, switching to wider tires, frequent stop-and-go driving, aggressive driving habits, driving with windows open at high speeds, and using gears that are too low or too high.
Last week I helped my cousin test his Roewe RX5 PLUS 1.5T. With AC on during morning/evening rush hours in city driving, it reached 10.5L/100km, dropping to 7.8L/100km on highway trips during weekends. The 55L fuel tank lasts about 10 days for urban commuting. Found maintaining tire pressure at 2.6 bar saves 0.5L compared to 2.3 bar, and turning off ECO mode actually improves fuel efficiency. The built-in car system's fuel consumption reading is about 0.8L lower than actual - my cousin recommends using third-party apps for more accurate tracking. Driving styles can cause up to 2L/100km difference, with harsh braking/acceleration being particularly fuel-intensive.
Last month I took a long-distance trip in my friend's new RX5 PLUS. The displayed fuel consumption was 7.2L, but actual refueling calculations showed 8L. City driving is indeed more fuel-intensive - it's normal to reach 11L during morning and evening school runs. Found a trick: using paddle shifters to upshift early (hitting 7th gear at 60km/h) can maintain 7.5L on elevated roads. Also, no practical difference between 92 and 95 octane fuel - don't waste money. The MIIT fuel consumption label on the rearview mirror states 7.5L/100km, but adding 2L brings it closer to real-world usage.
