What is the average fuel consumption per kilometer for a car?
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Car consumes 5-8 liters of fuel per kilometer. The following is an introduction about fuel consumption: 1. Fuel consumption per 100 kilometers: Fuel consumption per 100 kilometers refers to the fuel consumption of a vehicle traveling a certain speed on the road for 100 kilometers. It is a theoretical indicator of the vehicle. The fuel consumption per 100 kilometers is a value measured by the manufacturer in an objective environment using a dynamometer installed on the vehicle's chassis, converted into speed parameters, and then calculated by driving at specified speeds to obtain the theoretical experimental fuel consumption data per 100 kilometers for the model. 2. Road condition fuel consumption: Road condition fuel consumption is a fuel indicator calculated by repeatedly testing the values measured when a vehicle travels on specified roads at specified speeds and times, also known as multi-condition road cycle fuel consumption. In the specification, it is stipulated that each cycle includes various driving conditions, and records driving conditions according to various indicators such as specified shift times, parking times, driving speeds, acceleration, braking, and deceleration in each cycle. The measured values obtained by this method are closer to the actual values.
I drive an ordinary family car, mainly for commuting in the city, with fuel consumption generally around 0.09 to 0.12 liters per kilometer. It depends on road conditions—if traffic is heavy and idling time increases, consumption can rise to 0.15 liters per kilometer, while on highways, it drops to about 0.07 liters per kilometer. The age of the car also affects it; mine is over 5 years old, and if maintenance is delayed, fuel consumption can increase by around 10%. I recommend regularly replacing the air filter and keeping tire pressure within the normal range to save on fuel costs. Different car types vary significantly—small cars generally have lower fuel consumption, like my friend's compact car at 0.08 liters per kilometer, while SUVs or high-displacement vehicles can reach 0.15 liters per kilometer. Checking the official fuel economy label before buying can provide a good reference. Overall, avoid overloading the car and maintain a steady speed—this not only saves money but also ensures safety.
