What is the fuel consumption of the Sail 1.2?
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The average fuel consumption of Sail 1.2L owners: 7.7 liters per 100 kilometers. Factors affecting fuel consumption: Potholes on the road will consume more fuel. Driving the vehicle in low gear for a long time will inevitably increase fuel consumption. Not maintaining the engine will consume more fuel. Abnormalities in the engine ignition system also have a significant impact on fuel consumption, such as inaccurate ignition timing, leaking high-voltage wires, and weak ignition caused by spark plug carbon deposits, all of which reduce engine combustion efficiency and increase fuel consumption. Methods to reduce fuel consumption: Reduce vehicle load: Remove heavy and infrequently used items from the trunk to reduce weight. Shift gears promptly: Driving in low gear for a long time not only slows down the speed but also increases fuel consumption, especially when driving on slopes. The shorter the time taken to shift gears, the more fuel can be saved. Reduce idle time: When driving on urban roads, you often encounter long traffic light waits. In such cases, you can turn off the engine to save fuel.
I've been driving the Sail 1.2 for over three years, mainly in the city with stop-and-go traffic where the fuel consumption is higher, around 7-8 liters per 100 kilometers. On weekends when driving on the highway, it's much more fuel-efficient, dropping to about 5 liters. The key factors affecting fuel consumption are driving habits, such as avoiding sudden acceleration or hard braking, and maintaining a steady speed is best. My average fuel consumption is around 6.5 liters, which is close to the official figure of 5.7 liters, but always slightly higher in reality. Vehicle weight and road conditions can also increase fuel consumption, such as using the air conditioning in summer or driving on mountain roads. Overall, the car's fuel consumption is average, and to save more fuel, you can regularly check tire pressure and engine oil.
I've studied the engine data of the Sail 1.2. It features a small-displacement design with an official combined fuel consumption of approximately 5.7 liters per 100 kilometers. However, based on my driving experience, the actual urban commuting consumption can reach 7 liters, while on highways it's only around 5 liters. This largely depends on whether you frequently drive in congested areas. I recommend using the onboard computer to track fuel consumption for more accurate data. Other cars like the Fit have similar fuel consumption, but the Sail is more affordable, potentially saving you hundreds of dollars annually on fuel costs in the long run. Additionally, maintaining proper upkeep can help sustain low fuel consumption—for instance, timely oil changes without delaying mileage intervals. After all, a new car maintains stable fuel consumption for several years, but it's hard to predict as it ages.
I think the Sail 1.2 is quite reasonable as a commuter car in terms of fuel consumption. The official combined figure is 5.7L, but in my daily driving, it averages 6-7L. There are too many influencing factors, like using the AC will burn more fuel, or changing to new tires might improve it slightly. Talking with friends, many have measured it around 6.5L. From a cost-saving perspective, driving a hundred kilometers costs just a few dozen yuan in fuel, which is more economical than a high-displacement car. Paying attention to the fuel gauge changes while driving can help identify which road sections consume more fuel.
