What is the fuel consumption of the 3.5L Prado?
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According to the comprehensive fuel consumption data released by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, the fuel consumption of the 3.5L Prado is 11L/100km. The following is an introduction to the 2019 3.5L automatic TX-L Premium Edition Toyota Prado: Powertrain: Equipped with a 3.5L naturally aspirated 6-cylinder 7GR-FKS8 engine, paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission. Body dimensions: The length, width, and height are 4840mm, 1885mm, and 1890mm respectively, with a wheelbase of 2790mm. Chassis: The drivetrain is front-engine four-wheel drive, with a front suspension of double-wishbone independent suspension and a rear suspension of four-link non-independent suspension.
When I used to drive a 3.5L Prado for urban commuting, I noticed the fuel consumption was around 14 to 16 liters per 100 km. This vehicle isn't particularly fuel-efficient in the city, especially considering its curb weight exceeds 2 tons. However, it was surprisingly efficient during long-distance highway cruising. With cruise control set at 100 km/h, consumption could be kept between 10 to 12 liters, where the V6 engine performed quite effortlessly. A word of caution: if you install a roof rack or switch to off-road tires, fuel consumption immediately spikes by over 2 liters. The most alarming consumption occurs during stop-and-go city driving in summer with the AC on—I once recorded 18 liters per 100 km in heavy traffic. My personal advice is to disregard the official fuel economy figures; in real-world usage, keeping it under 13 liters per 100 km is considered ideal.
Having driven a 3.5L Prado for three years, fuel consumption really depends on driving habits. I usually prefer gentle starts and avoid sudden braking, averaging 13-15L/100km in the city. The most fuel-efficient is maintaining 80km/h on national highways, showing 9.8L/100km on the dashboard. But if I'm in a hurry and step on the gas pedal hard, it immediately jumps to 17L/100km. Be cautious with modifications—my friend's fuel consumption increased by 15% after switching to MT tires. Here's a secret: try to refuel at the same gas station consistently, as different fuel qualities can result in a 50km difference in actual range. Fuel consumption is slightly higher during the break-in period for new cars but can drop by about 1L/100km after the first maintenance. Remember to clean the air filter during each service—excessive dust buildup also increases fuel consumption.
