What is the fuel consumption of the GAC GS4?
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6.8L/100km is the combined fuel consumption of the GAC GS4. The GAC GS4 currently has 6 models on sale: Automatic Zhixing Flagship Edition, Automatic Zhixing Navigation Edition, Manual Comfort Edition, Automatic Zhixing Technology Edition, DCT Premium Edition, and Manual Elite Edition, all with a combined fuel consumption of 6.8L/100km. The above figures are the NEDC combined fuel consumption, which is the fuel consumption data measured under the NEDC test procedure. The actual fuel consumption is higher than this value, ranging from 7.0-9.0L/100km. Factors affecting car fuel consumption are as follows: Car weight: Larger and heavier cars consume more fuel. Generally, a small family car with a 1.6L engine weighs around 1.2 tons and consumes about 7.5 liters of fuel (calculated under full load), while an SUV weighing around 1.5 tons consumes about 8.5 liters. Different weights result in different fuel consumption. Drag coefficient: Higher drag increases fuel consumption while driving. Cars with better aerodynamics have lower drag and thus lower fuel consumption. Optimal engine speed: During driving, there is a most economical torque output point for the engine. Maintaining the car's speed within this torque output range significantly reduces fuel consumption. Generally, small-displacement cars achieve this at around 70 km/h, while larger-displacement cars achieve it at around 100 km/h. Staying within this optimal speed range ensures minimal fuel consumption. Driving style: Aggressive driving behaviors, such as sudden acceleration, frequent overtaking, and not easing off the throttle before stopping at red lights, can increase fuel consumption.
I've driven the GAC GS4 SUV for a while, using the 1.5T engine version. In city stop-and-go traffic, the fuel consumption is typically around 8 to 9 liters per 100 kilometers, which is quite common due to frequent engine starts from traffic jams and traffic lights. On highways, it can drop to just over 6 liters, with noticeable improvement in fuel efficiency at stable cruising speeds. The key factors affecting fuel consumption are driving habits, such as gently pressing the accelerator, avoiding sudden acceleration, and not neglecting regular maintenance. Using good engine oil and maintaining proper tire pressure can also save some fuel. My friend's newer GS4 model with a more efficient transmission can control fuel consumption to around 7 liters. Overall, it's a fairly economical model if you frequently drive on highways. As the car ages, battery degradation or increased air conditioning load may slightly raise fuel consumption, so it's recommended that owners record mileage and fuel refills monthly to estimate actual values.
