What is the fuel consumption of the Volkswagen Lavida 1.6?
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The official combined fuel consumption of the Volkswagen Lavida 1.6 automatic model is 6.1L/100km, while the actual average fuel consumption is 7.5-8L/100km. The factors affecting fuel consumption are as follows: Vehicle-related factors: Fuel consumption is related to engine displacement. Generally, the larger the displacement, the higher the fuel consumption. Additionally, the thermal efficiency of the engine and the vehicle's aerodynamic design also affect fuel consumption. External environmental factors: Road conditions and the external environment can also significantly impact fuel consumption. Typically, flat roads are more fuel-efficient than hilly roads, straight roads are more fuel-efficient than winding roads, and smooth traffic is more fuel-efficient than congested traffic. In winter, lower temperatures prevent gasoline from reaching the optimal combustion temperature, leading to incomplete combustion and increased fuel consumption.
I drive an old Lavida 1.6, and this car's fuel consumption is quite decent. In stop-and-go city traffic, it's around 7.5 to 8 liters per 100 kilometers, and with the AC on in summer, it can go up to 8.5 liters. On suburban roads with good conditions, it can drop to about 6.5 liters, and cruising steadily at around 100 km/h on the highway, it's just over 6 liters. The key is how you drive—I've tried gentle driving versus aggressive driving, and the difference can be almost 2 liters. I recommend keeping the tire pressure from being too low, minimizing clutter in the trunk, and changing the air filter regularly. The car has a 55-liter fuel tank, and a full tank can easily cover over 600 kilometers.
