What is the approximate fuel consumption of the Sonata 8?
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The official combined fuel consumption of the Sonata 8 is 7.7L/100km. However, the actual fuel consumption of a car varies slightly depending on each driver's habits and skills. Smooth driving habits result in lower fuel consumption, while aggressive driving behaviors like frequent high-speed overtaking can appropriately increase fuel consumption. Here are some methods to reduce fuel consumption: 1. Check the air conditioning system in summer: Air conditioning malfunctions are a significant cause of high fuel consumption. Poor cooling performance may lead to increased fan speed and lower temperature settings to achieve a comfortable effect. 2. Frequent hard braking: Repeated hard braking is a primary factor causing persistently high fuel consumption. While ensuring safe driving, make full use of the vehicle's inertia. 3. Avoid excessive air conditioning usage in small-displacement vehicles: For vehicles exposed to direct sunlight, avoid turning on the air conditioning immediately after entering. First, open the windows and set the blower to a higher setting without the air conditioning to expel hot air, then turn on the air conditioning after the vehicle has moderately cooled down.
My Sonata is the gasoline version, and I've been driving it for over three years. The average fuel consumption is around 9 to 10 liters per 100 kilometers. In the city with frequent traffic lights and congestion, it occasionally spikes to 12 liters, but on the highway with smooth driving, it can drop to just over 7 liters. I believe driving habits have a significant impact—gentle starts and maintaining steady speeds save a lot of fuel. Avoiding sudden braking and acceleration helps too. Regular oil changes and checking tire pressure have also contributed. My monthly fuel budget is around 500 yuan, so car maintenance is relatively light on my budget. Excessive tire wear or a dirty air filter can indirectly increase fuel consumption, so I recommend servicing the car every six months to keep it in optimal condition, ensuring more stable fuel efficiency.