What is the fuel consumption of the Trumpchi GS8?
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The average fuel consumption of this vehicle is around 10.5 liters per 100 kilometers. Fuel consumption is greatly influenced by individual driving habits and road conditions. It is recommended that drivers avoid accelerating aggressively from a standstill and maintain a steady speed while driving. Below are specific details about fuel consumption: Fuel consumption depends on driving habits: Actions such as slamming on the brakes, fluctuating speeds, prolonged engine idling, aggressive acceleration, and driving at low gears with high speeds over long distances can all lead to increased fuel consumption. Principle of vehicle fuel consumption: The fuel consumption per 100 kilometers is an indicator of a vehicle's efficiency. Driving below the optimal speed range increases fuel consumption per 100 kilometers, while driving above it has the opposite effect.
I bought the GAC GS8 two-wheel-drive version last year, with city commuting fuel consumption around 10L/100km, dropping to 8.5L/100km on highways. This midsize SUV isn't exactly fuel-efficient, but it's better than I expected. Its 2.0T engine uses relatively new technology, paired with an 8AT transmission, and the start-stop system helps save some fuel in traffic jams. If you're heavy-footed with sudden acceleration, consumption immediately jumps to 12L/100km - you need to learn to anticipate road conditions and brake gently. After 20,000 km, the average consumption shows 9.8L/100km on the dashboard, matching my calculations - a full tank gives over 500 km range. After maintenance with full synthetic oil, I noticed slightly better fuel economy. If buying now, I'd suggest considering the hybrid version which reportedly drops to 6L/100km, though it costs 30,000-40,000 yuan more - you'll need to weigh that yourself.
