What is the fuel consumption of the Changan CS75?
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The MIIT comprehensive fuel consumption of the Changan CS75 is 6.5L/100km, while the actual fuel consumption is around 9L/100km. The MIIT comprehensive fuel consumption is data collected under ideal conditions, and due to various factors such as environment and driving habits, the actual fuel consumption tends to be higher than the MIIT figure. Additional information: 1. Definition of fuel consumption: Fuel consumption generally refers to constant-speed fuel consumption, which is the vehicle's fuel consumption per 100 kilometers obtained in constant-speed fuel consumption tests specified by national standards for certain types of vehicles. 2. Types of vehicles include: (1) M1 category, M2 category with a maximum design total mass not exceeding 3.5 tons, and N1 category compressed natural gas vehicles; M1 category and N1 category vehicles with a maximum design total mass not exceeding 3.5 tons, tested according to the method specified in GB/T-12545.1-2008 "Test methods for fuel consumption of passenger cars." (2) M2 category, M3 category, N2 category, and N3 category compressed natural gas vehicles with a maximum design total mass exceeding 3.5 tons; M2 category, M3 category, and N category vehicles with a maximum total mass greater than or equal to 2 tons, tested according to the method specified in GB/T-12545.2-2001 "Test methods for fuel consumption of commercial vehicles."
I've been driving the Changan CS75 for almost two years now, and the daily fuel consumption is indeed heavily influenced by road conditions. During rush hour traffic in the city with constant stop-and-go driving, the displayed fuel consumption usually stays around 10 to 11 liters. On weekends when I take the highway back to my hometown using cruise control at 120 km/h, the consumption drops to just over 7 liters. With the recent sharp rise in fuel prices, I've done some calculations: urban commuting costs about 800 yuan per month in fuel, while highway driving can save 100-200 yuan. Compared to my friend's Haval H6, the CS75 saves about 0.5 liters per 100 km, but burns over 1 liter more than a Japanese CR-V. If you frequently encounter traffic jams, I'd recommend considering hybrid models. However, given the CS75's spacious interior, features, and this level of fuel consumption, I find it quite reasonable.
From a technical perspective, the CS75's fuel consumption performance is considered average among its peers in the domestic brand segment. Its 1.5T Blue Whale engine boasts decent thermal efficiency, but the 1.6-ton curb weight combined with the SUV's aerodynamic drag means it's not particularly fuel-efficient. For daily driving to save fuel, I've gathered some tips: maintaining a steady speed of 60-80 km/h is most economical; don't crank the AC too high—lowering it by two degrees can save nearly 1 liter of fuel; regular maintenance and air filter replacements also help. Post-break-in period, fuel consumption drops slightly—my car now at 20,000 km has a combined fuel consumption of 9.3 liters. Recently, I test-drove the second-generation 75 PLUS, and the newly calibrated 8AT transmission is indeed smoother, saving about 0.8 liters more than my older model on the same route.
