What is the fuel consumption of the Sail 1.2?
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The official combined fuel consumption of the Sail 1.2 is 5.6 (L/100km). Here is some related information: 1. Body dimensions: Similar to the once-popular Lova, the Sail is based on General Motors' T250 platform. The sedan (hatchback) version of the Sail has body dimensions of 4249mm in length, 1690mm in width, and 1503mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2465mm. The overall size is average for a compact car. 2. Powertrain: The Sail is equipped with 1.4L and 1.2L engines, both from the S-TEC series. The 1.2L model, S-TEC-II, was previously used in the Aveo and Spark, with a maximum power output of 64kW (87PS), which is sufficient for daily use.
I often help friends evaluate the fuel economy of compact cars. The official average fuel consumption for the Sail 1.2 is around 6 liters per 100 kilometers, but my actual measurements show that city driving with frequent stops and starts due to traffic often reaches 7.5 liters, while steady highway driving can reduce it to 6 liters or even 5.5 liters. Influencing factors include driving habits—rapid acceleration and braking can increase fuel consumption by over 10%, traffic congestion can easily push it up to 8 liters, excessive load like a fully packed rear seat can add 0.5 liters, and using the air conditioning increases fuel consumption by 0.7 liters. I recommend regular maintenance, such as changing the appropriate engine oil, checking tire pressure and spark plugs to maintain efficiency, and using standard 92-octane fuel from reputable gas stations to optimize performance. Controlling these details keeps fuel consumption reliably between 6-8 liters, ensuring long-term cost savings and a worry-free driving experience.
