What is the fuel consumption of the Focus 1.6 automatic transmission?
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The Focus 1.6t automatic transmission has a total of 4 models, including the 2018 Hatchback Classic 1.6L Automatic Comfort Smart Edition and the 2018 Sedan Classic 1.6L Automatic Comfort Smart Edition, among others. These models equipped with a 125 horsepower engine have an NEDC fuel consumption of 6.7L per 100 kilometers. The fuel tank capacity of different Focus 1.6t models varies, and the distance that can be covered with a full tank of fuel is as follows: Models equipped with a 125 horsepower engine have a fuel tank capacity of 55L, and the distance that can be covered with a full tank of fuel is 55/6.7*100=821KM. The fuel consumption of a car is directly related to five major factors: driving habits, the car itself, road conditions, natural wind, and environmental temperature. Specific factors that can increase a car's fuel consumption are as follows: Driving habits: Aggressive driving, such as sudden acceleration, frequent overtaking, and not easing off the throttle before encountering a red light, can increase fuel consumption. The car itself: Cars with larger displacement generally consume more fuel than those with smaller displacement because larger displacement usually means greater power, requiring more gasoline to burn and perform work. Cars with greater weight also consume more fuel because greater weight requires more driving torque. Road conditions: Driving on dirt roads, muddy roads, soft surfaces, or mountainous roads increases resistance and fuel consumption. Natural wind: Driving against the wind or on windy days increases the car's resistance and fuel consumption. Low environmental temperature: When the engine block temperature is low during a cold start, the injected gasoline does not atomize easily, requiring more gasoline to be injected for combustion, which increases fuel consumption. Additionally, at low temperatures, the engine's computer will control the engine to run at higher RPMs to warm up the car, which also increases fuel consumption.
I've been driving a Ford Focus 1.6 automatic for almost three years and have gained considerable experience with fuel consumption. The official combined fuel consumption data is 7-8L per 100km, but actual driving conditions vary. During city commuting with traffic congestion, fuel consumption can spike above 9L, while on highways it drops to 6-7L, which is quite economical. Many factors influence this, such as driving habits—I tend to press the accelerator lightly and avoid sudden braking, which saves a lot of fuel compared to my colleagues' cars. Vehicle maintenance also helps reduce fuel consumption, like regular oil changes and checking tire pressure. I've installed a dashcam app to track it, and my average combined consumption is around 8L. If you're a new owner, I recommend driving more on highways to test real data—it's both fuel-efficient and eco-friendly. Just remember not to speed; safety comes first.
