What is the fuel consumption of the Highlander Hybrid?
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The combined fuel consumption of the Highlander Hybrid ranges from 5.3 to 8.9L/100km. Currently, there are 9 models of the Highlander Hybrid available for sale. The 2.0T 4WD Noble Edition, 2.0T 4WD Luxury Edition, and 2.0T 4WD Elite Edition have a combined fuel consumption of 8.9L/100km. The 2.5L 4WD Supreme Edition, 2.5L 4WD Elite Edition, and 2.5L 4WD Noble Edition have a combined fuel consumption of 5.8L/100km. The 2.5L 2WD Elite Edition and 2.5L 2WD Noble Edition have a combined fuel consumption of 5.3L/100km. The above figures are the NEDC combined fuel consumption, which represents the fuel consumption data measured under the NEDC test procedure. The actual fuel consumption is higher than these values, ranging from 6.0 to 11.5L/100km. Specific factors affecting a car's fuel consumption are as follows: Vehicle weight: Larger and heavier cars tend to consume more fuel. Generally, a small family car with a 1.6L engine and a weight of around 1.2 tons has a fuel consumption of approximately 7.5 liters (calculated under full load), while an SUV weighing about 1.5 tons has a fuel consumption of around 8.5 liters. Different weights result in varying fuel consumption. Air resistance: Higher air resistance increases fuel consumption during driving. Cars with better aerodynamics have lower air resistance, leading to lower fuel consumption. Economical RPM: The engine has an optimal torque output point during operation. Maintaining the car's speed within this torque output point significantly reduces fuel consumption. Typically, small-displacement cars achieve this at around 70 km/h, while larger-displacement cars reach it at about 100 km/h. Keeping the speed within this economical RPM 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 traffic lights can increase fuel consumption.
I've been driving the Highlander Hybrid for over a year now as my daily commuter in the city, and its fuel efficiency has been quite reliable. The official data claims around 5.6 liters per 100 kilometers, but my actual consumption averages around 5.8 liters with slight fluctuations. In traffic jams, the system switches to electric motor dominance, increasing consumption slightly above 6 liters while recovering energy during braking. On long highway trips, it drops to approximately 5.3 liters, which is very convenient. Weather also has a noticeable impact—running the AC in summer increases consumption a bit, but it's still much better than pure gasoline vehicles. Driving habits matter significantly; gentle acceleration and anticipating traffic flow can optimize fuel efficiency, so I often remind myself to avoid sudden acceleration. A full tank easily gets me 800 kilometers, with noticeable fuel cost savings. It's ideal for daily commuting or weekend getaways, reducing unnecessary gas station stops while delivering a comfortable overall driving experience.
