What is the fuel consumption of the Buick Excelle 1.5 automatic transmission?
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Taking the Excelle 2015 1.5L Automatic Classic as an example, the fuel consumption of this model is 7.6 liters. Its length, width, and height are 4515 mm, 725 mm, and 1445 mm respectively, with a wheelbase of 2600 mm and a curb weight of 1230 kg. The body structure is a 4-door, 5-seater sedan with front-engine, front-wheel drive. In terms of power, it is equipped with a 1.5-liter naturally aspirated engine, delivering a maximum power of 83 kW and a maximum torque of 141 Nm. For the suspension, the front suspension uses a MacPherson independent suspension, and the rear suspension uses a double-link independent suspension.
I've driven a Buick Excelle 1.5 automatic for ten years, with an average combined fuel consumption around 8 liters. In city traffic jams, it can go up to 9 liters or more; while cruising on highways at steady speeds, it can drop below 7 liters. The key is driving habits—avoid slamming the accelerator and sudden braking, maintaining a steady speed is best. Also, vehicle maintenance is crucial—my experience is changing the engine oil every six months, checking the air filter and spark plugs, and keeping tire pressure around 2.4 bar, which significantly improves fuel efficiency. Last year, I forgot maintenance and fuel consumption soared to 10 liters; it only returned to normal after cleaning the throttle body. Tire wear also affects fuel consumption—after switching to low rolling resistance tires, it dropped by half a liter. Overall, this car's fuel consumption is moderate, not particularly fuel-efficient but not outrageous either, and keeping it under 8 liters in daily driving isn't a big issue.
I'm an automotive enthusiast and have studied the engine specifications of the Buick Excelle 1.5 automatic. It's equipped with a 1.5L DVVT engine paired with a 6AT transmission. The official claimed fuel consumption is approximately 6.5L, but in real-world conditions, it typically fluctuates between 7.5-9L. During urban commuting with frequent stops and starts, it can easily reach 9L; on long highway trips, it stabilizes at just over 7L. Technical factors play a significant role: the engine is well-tuned for low-end torque output, but the transmission response is slightly sluggish. Driving techniques like gentle throttle application and frequent use of cruise control can optimize efficiency. Ambient temperature also affects consumption - using AC in summer increases consumption by about 0.5L, while winter idling for warm-up causes minor fuel waste. For daily driving, maintaining standard tire pressure and regular carbon deposit cleaning can help stabilize consumption around 7.8L.
