What is the fuel consumption of the manual Hyundai Elantra?
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The vehicle's combined fuel consumption is 5.6L per 100 kilometers. The above figure is the NEDC combined fuel consumption, which is the data obtained under the NEDC test procedure for combined driving conditions. The actual fuel consumption is higher than this value, ranging from 5.6-7.3L/100km. 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 fuel consumption are as follows: Driving habits: Aggressive driving, such as sudden acceleration, frequent overtaking, and not easing off the throttle before stopping at a red light, can increase fuel consumption. The car itself: Cars with larger engine displacements generally consume more fuel than those with smaller displacements because larger displacements usually mean higher power output, requiring more gasoline to burn and perform work. 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 temperatures: When the engine block temperature is low during cold starts, the injected gasoline is less likely to atomize, requiring more gasoline to be injected for combustion, thus increasing fuel consumption. Additionally, at low temperatures, the engine's computer will control the engine to run at higher RPMs to warm up, which also increases fuel consumption.
I've driven a manual Hyundai Elantra for several years, with an average fuel consumption around 6 liters per 100 kilometers. On highways, it can drop to 5.5 liters, while in congested city traffic, it may rise above 6.5 liters. I enjoy keeping my own records and found driving habits crucial—avoiding sudden acceleration and braking while maintaining steady speed helps. Vehicle maintenance also significantly impacts fuel efficiency; regular oil changes and proper tire pressure checks can save considerable fuel. Road conditions and weather matter too—rainy days or using air conditioning slightly increase consumption. Overall, it's an economical model suitable for budget-conscious drivers. Paying attention to these factors can save substantial fuel costs annually.
