What is the average fuel consumption of the old Excelle?

[VanGrant]

The average fuel consumption of the old Excelle is 9.0. Here are the pros and cons of the Excelle car: 1. Pros: Good sound insulation, very sensitive steering wheel, strong engine power during high-speed driving, and stable acceleration. The exterior is very stylish, and the paintwork is also attractive. The interior resembles that of a mid-range car, not complicated and very practical. The sound system of this car is also of good quality, and the air conditioning works well. 2. Cons: The engine noise is relatively loud. The pedals are too high, which can cause fatigue for the driver after long periods of driving. The gear shift is not very comfortable to use, and the horn button is small and hard. The passenger side window glass often does not rise fully.

[JordanDella]

After running a repair shop for over a decade, the old Buick Excelle's reputation as a gas guzzler is truly well-deserved. The 1.6L manual transmission can spike to 10L/100km in city traffic, while the automatic version is even worse - easily exceeding 12L with AC on in summer. The most extreme case I've seen was a 2002 model whose aggressive driver reported 13.5L/100km on the display. To be fair, aging components like carbon-clogged fuel injectors and worn oxygen sensors are major culprits. Last month, after cleaning the throttle body and replacing spark plugs on an '08 model, its fuel consumption immediately dropped by 2L. If you want to avoid shocking fuel bills, remember to clean the fuel system every 30,000km and use 5W-30 oil - not too thick, just right.

[MacJace]

My 2006 automatic Buick Excelle is now used as a grocery getter. Calculated honestly: in city traffic during commutes, it consumes around 11.2 liters per 100 km; on highways, it's more fuel-efficient, with cruise control at 90 km/h consuming only 6.8 liters. The most annoying part is the cold start—the instant fuel consumption gauge spikes to 19.9, which is painful to watch. The mechanic said old cars are all like this and suggested replacing the air filter and high-voltage wires, which did help reduce fuel consumption a bit. For those considering buying a used car, be aware that this car's fuel consumption depends on the previous owner's driving habits. If the previous owner was heavy on the gas pedal, be prepared to spend an extra 200 yuan on gas each month.

[VanRiver]

The fuel consumption of the old Excelle needs to be broken down—the 1.8L model has a bigger appetite than the 1.6L, and automatics generally consume 1-2 liters more than manuals. I've seen a 2004 model where a well-maintained manual could still be kept at 8.5 liters, but if the transmission oil hasn't been changed in four or five years, it can shoot up to 12 liters. Two key reminders: keep tire pressure above 2.3, or rolling resistance will cost you an extra 0.5 liters; clear out the trunk regularly—my neighbor kept two cases of mineral water in there year-round, adding 0.8 liters per 100 km. If fuel consumption suddenly spikes, there's an 80% chance the carbon canister solenoid valve is faulty—just spend 300 yuan to replace it and the problem's solved.

[DiLyla]

My colleague sold his 2003 Buick Excelle a while ago, mainly because the fuel consumption was shockingly high. He counted on his fingers for me: commuting 40 kilometers daily, the monthly fuel cost was 500 yuan more than a same-year Toyota Corolla. Especially during cold starts in winter, idling for five minutes to warm up the engine was equivalent to wasting fuel for one kilometer. The mechanic taught him three tricks: switch to 5W-30 full synthetic oil, reduce warm-up time to 30 seconds; replace the air filter every six months; don’t wait for the fuel light to come on before refueling, as the fuel pump’s poor heat dissipation would increase consumption. Later, he followed these steps, and the fuel consumption dropped from 11L to 9.7L. The key to saving fuel in an old car lies in diligent maintenance.