What is the fuel consumption of the Mazda Atenza?
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There are a total of 6 available models of the Mazda Atenza currently on sale. Among them, the Atenza 2021 2.5L Sky-G Supreme Edition, Premium Edition, and Sport Edition, equipped with a 192 horsepower engine, have an NEDC fuel consumption of 7.1L per 100km. The Atenza 2021 2.0L Sky-G Premium Edition, equipped with a 185 horsepower engine, has an NEDC fuel consumption of 6.3L per 100km. The Atenza 2021 2.0L Sky-G Luxury Edition and Fashion Edition, also equipped with a 185 horsepower engine, have an NEDC fuel consumption of 6.4L per 100km. The fuel tank capacity is the same across all Mazda Atenza models. The distance that can be covered on a full tank of fuel is as follows: For models equipped with the 192 horsepower engine, the fuel tank capacity is 56.2L, allowing a distance of 56.2/7.1*100=792km on a full tank. For models equipped with the 185 horsepower engine, the fuel tank capacity is 56.2L, allowing distances of 56.2/6.3*100=892km and 56.2/6.4*100=878km on a full tank. The fuel consumption of a car is directly influenced by five major factors: driving habits, the car itself, road conditions, natural wind, and environmental temperature. Specific factors that can increase fuel consumption include: Driving habits: Aggressive driving behaviors such as rapid acceleration, frequent overtaking, and not easing off the throttle before a red light can increase fuel consumption. The car itself: Cars with larger engine displacements generally consume more fuel than those with smaller displacements, as larger displacements typically require more power and thus more gasoline for combustion. Heavier cars also tend to have higher fuel consumption because greater weight requires more driving torque. Road conditions: Driving on unpaved 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 is cold, the injected gasoline does not vaporize easily, requiring more gasoline for combustion, which increases fuel consumption. Additionally, in cold temperatures, the engine's computer may control the engine to run at higher RPMs to warm up, further increasing fuel consumption.
I drive a 2.0L Mazda6 Atenza. During rush hour commutes in the city, the displayed fuel consumption is around 8.8L/100km, which rises to 9.2L/100km with air conditioning on. Once I specifically tested highway cruising at a steady 110km/h for 300 kilometers, and the fuel gauge showed only 6.3L/100km, which was quite a pleasant surprise. However, it's important to pay attention to fuel quality. I once refueled at a small gas station, and the fuel consumption immediately soared to over 10L/100km. Although the Skyactiv engine is fuel-efficient, its compression ratio is very high, so I recommend using 95-octane fuel throughout. I usually anticipate road conditions to brake less and coast by releasing the throttle early at red lights, habits that save a lot on fuel costs. The displayed fuel consumption is most accurate after resetting the trip meter—don't be misled by long-term average values.
I often drive my relative's 2019 2.5L Mazda6 Atenza, and this car's fuel consumption heavily depends on road conditions. In congested urban areas, it can exceed 10L/100km, while maintaining a steady 60-80km/h on elevated roads yields the most economical figure of around 6L/100km. Once, carrying four passengers uphill in mountain roads using S-mode throughout, the consumption spiked to 12L/100km, but the downhill kinetic energy recovery compensated significantly. Maintaining factory-recommended tire pressure is crucial – previously, underinflated tires cost an extra 0.7L/100km. Winter consumption runs about 0.5L/100km higher than summer, especially during short trips with cold starts. With its 53L fuel tank, about 42L can be filled when the low-fuel light comes on, delivering a tested range of 650km. Regular throttle valve carbon cleaning helps stabilize fuel efficiency noticeably.
