What is the fuel consumption of the Terra?
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The Terra has 6 models currently on sale. Among them, the 2020 2.5L XV Automatic 2WD Zhixiang Edition and XL Upper Automatic 2WD Luxury Edition, both equipped with a 193 horsepower engine, have an NEDC fuel consumption of 9.2L per 100 km. The 2020 2.5L XL Upper 4WD Automatic 4WD Luxury Edition and XV 4WD Automatic 4WD Flagship Edition, also equipped with a 193 horsepower engine, have an NEDC fuel consumption of 9.6L per 100 km. The 2020 2.5L XE Manual 2WD Elite Edition and XL Manual 2WD Leading Edition, both with a 193 horsepower engine, have an NEDC fuel consumption of 8.9L per 100 km. The fuel tank capacity is the same across all Terra models. The distance that can be covered with a full tank of fuel is as follows: For models equipped with a 193 horsepower engine and NEDC fuel consumption of 9.2L, 9.6L, and 8.9L per 100 km, the fuel tank capacity is 73L. The distance that can be covered with a full tank is 73/9.2*100=793 km; 73/9.6*100=760 km; 73/8.9*100=820 km. The fuel consumption of a car is directly related to five major factors: driving habits, the car itself, road conditions, natural wind, and environmental temperature. Specific factors that can increase fuel consumption are as follows: Driving habits: Aggressive driving, such as sudden 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 because larger displacements usually mean higher power output, requiring more gasoline to burn and perform work. Heavier cars also consume more fuel because greater weight requires more driving torque. 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 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 atomize easily during a cold start, requiring more gasoline to be injected for combustion, which increases fuel consumption. Additionally, at low temperatures, the engine's computer controls a higher idle speed to warm up the engine, which also increases fuel consumption.
I've been driving the Nissan Terra for several years, with an average fuel consumption fluctuating between 9 to 11 liters per 100 kilometers. In city traffic jams, the consumption might rise to around 12 liters, while on highways, it can drop to just over 7 liters, depending on driving habits. I've noticed that aggressive acceleration or using the air conditioning can increase fuel consumption by about 1 liter. Regular maintenance is also crucial; for example, switching to high-efficiency engine oil and cleaning the air filter can improve fuel efficiency by 0.5 liters. As a long-time owner, I recommend smooth driving and avoiding sudden braking, which has helped me save a lot on fuel costs. Overall, the Terra's fuel consumption is reasonable for an SUV, with a full 50-liter tank capable of covering over 500 kilometers, making it suitable for long trips and daily commutes. The key is not to overlook insufficient tire pressure, as that can lead to extra fuel consumption.
