What is the fuel consumption per 100 kilometers for the Mercedes-Benz GLS400?
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The fuel consumption per 100 kilometers for the Mercedes-Benz GLS400 is 6.9L. Currently, there are 2 models on sale, with the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS400 having a fuel consumption of 6.9L per 100 kilometers, and the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLS400 also having a fuel consumption of 6.9L per 100 kilometers. The above figures are NEDC combined fuel consumption, which represents the data measured under the NEDC test cycle. The actual fuel consumption is higher than this value, at 12L/100km. Among comparable models, the 2020 Navigator has a combined fuel consumption of 11.4L/100km, the 2021 Beijing BJ90 has a combined fuel consumption of 7.8L/100km, and the Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe has a combined fuel consumption of 7.5L/100km. The fuel consumption of a car is directly related to five major factors: driving habits, the car itself, road conditions, natural wind direction, and ambient temperature. Specific factors that can increase fuel consumption are as follows: Driving habits: Aggressive driving behaviors such as sudden acceleration, overtaking, and not releasing the throttle in advance when approaching a red light will 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 for combustion. 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 direction: Driving against the wind or on windy days increases the car's resistance and fuel consumption. Low ambient temperature: When the engine block is cold, the injected gasoline is less likely to atomize, requiring more gasoline to be injected for combustion, thus increasing fuel consumption. Additionally, at low temperatures, the engine control unit may command higher idle speeds to warm up the engine, which also increases fuel consumption.
To be honest, I often drove the Mercedes-Benz GLS400 on long-distance trips in previous years, and honestly, fuel consumption is definitely not a fixed value. In city traffic jams, it can burn 14 to 16 liters per 100 kilometers; once on the highway, driving smoothly can reduce fuel consumption to around 10 liters. Using the air conditioning or carrying a full load can increase consumption by half a liter to one liter. I think driving habits are crucial—if you frequently brake hard or accelerate aggressively, fuel consumption will skyrocket. Vehicle weight is also a factor; the GLS400 has a heavy chassis, making it thirstier than smaller cars, but that’s normal given its spacious interior. Regular maintenance helps a bit, like changing the oil and checking tire pressure, to keep the car running more efficiently. Overall, average fuel consumption ranges between 12 to 14 liters, depending on your daily driving conditions. Driving with less urgency not only saves money on fuel but is also more environmentally friendly.
