What is the fuel consumption of the Peugeot 408?
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Peugeot 408 fuel consumption: 6.4 liters/100 km. Here is an introduction to the fuel consumption of the Peugeot 408: 1. Fuel consumption: Fuel consumption test: the actual average fuel consumption of the 1.6T model is 7.9L/100km, and the actual average fuel consumption of the 1.2T model is 6.8L/100km. These two cars were not tested at the same time or on the same route, but the driving conditions were basically the same, both with the air conditioning turned on. The actual fuel consumption was about 0.5L/100km higher than the displayed fuel consumption. 2. Fuel efficiency: Peugeot officially stated that the transmission and engine of the 408 have been tuned. Although there is not much change in driving performance, it has had some effect on fuel consumption. The air conditioning cooling effect of the 408 is not particularly strong, which may not be a good thing, but it is believed that this aspect has objectively contributed to fuel efficiency.
I've been driving the Peugeot 408 gasoline version for over two years, and honestly, the fuel consumption is quite concerning. The official claim is a combined fuel consumption of around 6.5 liters per 100 kilometers, but in my daily city driving with traffic congestion, it often spikes to over 9 liters. On the highway, when driving smoothly, it can drop to around 5.5 liters. There are numerous factors affecting this: aggressive driving habits like sudden acceleration or braking can cause the fuel consumption to rise sharply; using the air conditioning in hot weather adds at least an extra liter; and insufficient tire pressure increases resistance. Although the fuel consumption is on the higher side, the 408 handles well and is comfortable, making it quite stable for long-distance driving. To save money, I recommend developing a gentle driving habit, regularly checking the car's condition, and calculating the actual data each month when refueling—don’t just rely on the official figures. Overall, it’s suitable for city commuting, but be prepared to spend a bit more on fuel.