What is the fuel consumption of the Excelle?
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Excelle comprehensive working condition fuel consumption (L/100km): 5.2. More information about the Buick Excelle is as follows: 1. Power: The Buick Excelle is equipped with a 1.3T dual-injection turbocharged engine and a 1.0T dual-injection turbocharged engine. The former has a maximum power of 120kW/5500RPM and a peak torque of 230N.m/1800~4400, while the latter has a maximum power of 92kW/5600RPM and a peak torque of 170N·m/1700-4400RPM. 2. Configuration: The Buick Excelle is equipped with an SBZA side blind zone warning system, TPMS intelligent tire pressure monitoring system, rear parking radar, Bosch ESP9.1 electronic stability control system, laser brazing integrated roof, and electronic anti-glare interior rearview mirror.
From my observations of many 1.5L Excelle owners' data, the actual fuel consumption fluctuates significantly. In urban commuting with traffic congestion, it easily reaches 8.5-10 liters per 100km, and using AC during rush hours consumes even more fuel. However, maintaining steady throttle on suburban expressways can keep it around 6 liters, while highway cruising may even drop below 6 liters. The transmission tuning prioritizes smoothness, with instantaneous fuel consumption soaring above 15 liters during sudden acceleration. Veteran drivers recommend regularly cleaning throttle valve carbon deposits, maintaining tire pressure around 2.5 bar, and refueling before the low-fuel warning light comes on—these habits can save considerable fuel costs long-term.
Last year, I took the Excelle 1.3T on several long-distance trips, and the real-world performance was quite interesting. This turbocharged engine is most fuel-efficient at a steady speed of 80-100km/h, with the displayed fuel consumption around 5.2L/100km. However, when climbing mountain roads, it directly jumps to over 7L, and in city traffic with frequent stops and starts, it gets even more exaggerated—breaking 9L during rush hours. A special reminder: the three-cylinder engine tends to suddenly rev up when the AC is on, making the instant fuel consumption painful to watch. It's advisable to develop the habit of anticipating road conditions when driving this car; coasting by easing off the throttle in advance is much more fuel-efficient than slamming on the brakes. Using 95-octane fuel does last slightly longer than 92-octane, but the cost difference per kilometer isn’t significant.
