What is the fuel consumption of the Kodiaq?
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The combined fuel consumption of the Kodiaq is 6.8-7.7L/100km. Currently, there are 5 models of the Kodiaq on sale: the two-wheel-drive Comfort version, two-wheel-drive Standard version, two-wheel-drive Luxury Premium version, all with a combined fuel consumption of 6.0L/100km. The four-wheel-drive Flagship version also has a combined fuel consumption of 6.0L/100km. The above figures are the NEDC combined fuel consumption, which is measured under the NEDC test procedure. The actual fuel consumption is higher than this value, ranging from 8.0-9.0L/100km. The level of a car's fuel consumption is directly related to five major factors: driving habits, the car itself, road conditions, natural wind, and environmental temperature. Specific factors that can increase fuel consumption are as follows: Driving habits: Aggressive driving, such as sudden acceleration, frequent overtaking, and not easing off the throttle before a red light, can increase fuel consumption. The car itself: Cars with larger displacements generally consume more fuel than those with smaller displacements because larger displacements usually mean greater power, requiring more gasoline for combustion. Heavier cars 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 is cold, the injected gasoline is less likely to vaporize, requiring more gasoline to burn, thus increasing fuel consumption. Additionally, in low temperatures, the engine's computer may control the engine to run at higher RPMs to warm up, which also increases fuel consumption.
I've been driving the Kodiaq as my daily commuter and have a good understanding of its fuel consumption. The official data claims a combined fuel consumption of about 7 to 8 liters per 100 kilometers, but in reality, it fluctuates. For example, in city traffic jams, it can spike to over 9 liters, while on the highway, it drops to around 6 liters. I've tested different versions: the gasoline model averages around 7.5 liters, while the diesel version is slightly more economical at just over 6.5 liters. Fuel efficiency makes a noticeable difference, and driving habits are key—avoiding sudden braking and acceleration, and regularly checking tire pressure can save fuel. When carrying the whole family, the increased load also slightly raises consumption, but overall, as a midsize SUV, it's quite balanced. To save money, I recommend using quality fuel instead of opting for cheaper options. Monthly fuel budgets should be calculated based on actual road conditions, not just advertised data.
