What is the fuel consumption of the Tang DM?
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The comprehensive fuel consumption of the Tang DM is 9L/100km. The above data is the NEDC comprehensive fuel consumption, which is the fuel consumption measured under the NEDC test procedure. The actual fuel consumption is higher than this value, ranging from 6.1-6.6L/100km. Automobile fuel consumption is directly related to five major factors: driving habits, the vehicle itself, road conditions, natural wind, and environmental temperature. Specific factors that increase fuel consumption are as follows: Driving habits: Aggressive driving behaviors such as sudden acceleration, frequent overtaking, and not releasing the throttle in advance when approaching traffic lights will increase fuel consumption. The vehicle itself: Vehicles with larger displacement generally consume more fuel than those with smaller displacement because larger displacement typically means greater power output, requiring more gasoline for combustion. Heavier vehicles also have higher fuel consumption due to the greater driving torque required. 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 during windy conditions increases vehicle resistance and fuel consumption. Low environmental temperature: When the engine block temperature is low during cold starts, the injected gasoline is less likely to atomize properly, requiring more gasoline for combustion and increasing fuel consumption. Additionally, the engine control unit may operate at higher RPMs to warm up the engine in cold temperatures, further increasing fuel consumption.
I've been driving the Tang DM for over a year, mainly for urban commuting. The fuel consumption of this car really depends on how you use it. In pure electric mode, it's almost zero fuel consumption, and a full charge can cover more than 100 kilometers, which is enough for my daily commute. In hybrid mode, the official claim is around 1.5 liters per 100 kilometers, but based on my actual tests, when driving on highways with some fuel, the consumption stays between 4 to 5 liters per 100 kilometers, which is much more economical than many SUVs. There are quite a few factors affecting fuel consumption, such as driving habits—sudden acceleration increases consumption, as well as traffic congestion and carrying full loads. I've tried traveling with the whole family, and the consumption rose to 6 liters. So, I recommend using the electric mode more often and maintaining the battery regularly to save on fuel costs in the long run. The money saved can even buy some snacks.