What is the fuel consumption of the BRZ?
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The Subaru BRZ manual transmission version has a combined fuel consumption of 8.2L/100km, while the automatic transmission version has a combined fuel consumption of 7.5L/100km. The following factors affect fuel consumption: 1. Whether the air conditioning is used, as using air conditioning consumes more fuel; 2. Driving conditions, steady speed and economical RPM are the most fuel-efficient; 3. Vehicle weight, lighter vehicles are more fuel-efficient; 4. Electrical load, higher electrical load increases generator magnetic resistance; 5. Driving habits, frequent braking is not fuel-efficient; 6. Engine temperature, around 70 degrees is optimal. Too low, and the oil viscosity increases, reducing lubrication. Too high, and the oil's adhesion decreases, reducing lubrication, while the cooling fan consumes electricity and thus fuel; 7. Oil performance, better oil performance leads to better fuel efficiency; 8. Tire resistance, wider tires have greater resistance, and under-inflated tires also increase resistance, leading to higher fuel consumption.
I used to drive the BRZ around the city, with an average fuel consumption of around 9L/100km, which could drop to 7L/100km on the highway, averaging about 8.5L/100km overall. As a daily driver, this performance is quite reasonable. Although the rear-wheel-drive design is sporty, it's not a gas guzzler. Lightly pressing the throttle and avoiding sudden acceleration can save some fuel, allowing a full tank to cover over 500 kilometers. It runs fine on either 92 or 95 octane gasoline. Regular engine and tire maintenance, along with keeping tire pressure at the standard level, helps stabilize fuel consumption in the long run. It's slightly higher when driving fast, but the overall fuel economy is good, making it suitable for those who enjoy driving pleasure.
Driving the BRZ made me pay attention to fuel consumption data. In city traffic jams, it often reaches around 9L, while on smooth highways it stays below 7L, averaging 8.4L/100km. There's significant fluctuation in fuel consumption during commutes—it can go up to 10L during rush hour traffic in the morning and evening, but drops to lower levels easily on weekend trips. Using 95-octane fuel is more efficient, and the tank capacity is moderate, requiring refueling twice a month. Driving steadily with fewer lane changes and using the air conditioning moderately can save up to 15%. Driving habits have a considerable impact on fuel consumption, so it's recommended for beginners to start at low RPMs to reduce waste.
