What is the fuel consumption per 100 kilometers for the Bluebird?
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The Bluebird currently has 2 models on sale. The 2021 1.6L CVT Xuan Cool Edition, equipped with a 122 horsepower engine, has an NEDC fuel consumption of 5.2L per 100 kilometers. The 2021 1.6L CVT Zhilian Zhiku Edition, also equipped with a 122 horsepower engine, has an NEDC fuel consumption of 5.3L per 100 kilometers. The fuel tank capacity of the Bluebird is 50L. The distance that can be covered with a full tank of fuel is as follows: 2021 1.6L CVT Xuan Cool Edition: 50/5.2*100=961km. 2021 1.6L CVT Zhilian Zhiku Edition: 50/5.3*100=943km. Vehicle 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 include: 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 vehicle itself: Vehicles with larger engine displacements generally consume more fuel than those with smaller displacements because larger displacements usually mean higher power, requiring more gasoline for combustion. Heavier vehicles also consume more fuel due to the need for greater 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 vehicle resistance and fuel consumption. Low environmental temperatures: When the engine block is cold, the injected gasoline does not atomize easily during cold starts, requiring more gasoline for combustion, which increases fuel consumption. Additionally, in low temperatures, the engine control unit may command higher RPMs to warm up the engine, further increasing fuel consumption.
I've driven several Bluebird models, with fuel consumption ranging from about 7 to 10 liters per 100 kilometers, depending on the year of the version. My older 1990s Bluebird, when driven in the city with frequent traffic jams and red lights, can reach around 9 liters, while on the highway it drops to about 7 liters. My neighbor's Bluebird, with a 1.6L engine from the early 2000s, is relatively more fuel-efficient, and he can keep it under 8 liters in daily driving. Many factors affect fuel consumption, such as engine size, vehicle maintenance status, and driving habits. If you accelerate sharply or drive with a full load, the fuel consumption will definitely be higher. I suggest that when buying a used car, you should test-drive it more to check the actual fuel consumption, not just rely on the official data, as real driving conditions vary. Keeping the tire pressure appropriate and changing the engine oil regularly can also save some fuel costs.
