What is the fuel consumption of the Geely King Kong?
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Geely King Kong 1.5L manual transmission model has a combined fuel consumption of around 7.5 liters per 100 kilometers, while the automatic transmission version consumes approximately 8 liters. Below is additional information: 1. Fuel consumption factors: Rough roads increase fuel consumption. Poor road conditions or uneven surfaces that require prolonged driving in low gears will inevitably raise fuel usage; using the trunk as storage increases fuel consumption; incorrect driving habits can double or even triple fuel consumption. 2. Engine: In terms of power, the Geely King Kong is equipped with the new JLB-4G15 high-performance DVVT engine. This engine is a star product independently developed by Geely Auto and possesses independent intellectual property rights. The Geely King Kong's JLB-4G15 high-performance DVVT engine is paired with a JATCO-4AT transmission.
I've been using the Geely King Kong for business for almost two years now. The 1.5L version consumes just over 8 liters per 100km in city driving with AC on, but can drop to about 6.5 liters on highways. The most fuel-intensive situation is during rush hour traffic jams - constantly accelerating and braking can make the dashboard display show consumption spiking to 10L/100km. I've found that using proper 92-octane fuel from reputable gas stations saves significantly compared to small roadside stations. Also, avoid overloading the trunk - last time I carried three cases of mineral water on a long trip, it increased fuel consumption by nearly 1L/100km. Overall, this car's fuel efficiency isn't particularly high but not terrible either - normal driving costs me about 1,200 yuan monthly in fuel.
I mainly use my King Kong for picking up and dropping off my kids at school, and for family road trips on weekends. The daily commute is 5 kilometers one way with many traffic lights, and the displayed fuel consumption has consistently hovered between 8-9 liters. Once, I had a sudden idea to test an eco-driving method: anticipating road conditions to brake less and gently pressing the accelerator when starting. After sticking to this for two weeks, the fuel consumption actually dropped to 7.3 liters. The most noticeable difference was in summer when using the air conditioning, which increased fuel consumption by about 0.8 liters. Later, I replaced the window film with a better heat-insulating one, and found that using the air conditioning on a lower setting was sufficient. I recommend choosing a manual transmission for those who frequently drive in the city, as it saves 0.5 to 1 liter of fuel compared to an automatic transmission.
Last time I went on a long trip, I specifically tested the fuel consumption of my King Kong. I filled up the tank and reset the trip meter before departure. I drove 450 kilometers on the highway with the air conditioning on and cruise control set at 100 km/h. When I got home, the display showed 6.2 liters per 100 kilometers. However, commuting in the city is a completely different story, with an average of 9 liters during morning and evening rush hours. I've observed the instantaneous fuel consumption, and it can reach up to 20 liters per 100 kilometers when starting from a stop. Accelerating after hard braking also consumes a lot of fuel. Actually, the age of the car is also crucial. My friend's five-year-old King Kong burns 1 liter more per 100 kilometers than my new car. Changing the air filter and spark plugs on time can indeed save some money on fuel.
