What is the fuel consumption per kilometer for the Golf?

[Genesis]

The combined fuel consumption of the Golf is 5.3-6.7L/100km. Currently, there are 7 models of the Golf on sale. The 200TSI-DSG-Pro and DSG models have a combined fuel consumption of 5.3L/100km. The 280TSI-DSG-R-Line, DSG-Pro First Edition, DSG 30th Anniversary Edition, and DSG-Pro models have a combined fuel consumption of 5.5L/100km. The 380TSI-DSG-GTI has a combined fuel consumption of 6.7L/100km. The above figures are the NEDC combined fuel consumption, which represents the fuel consumption data measured under the NEDC test cycle. Real-world fuel consumption is higher than these values, ranging from 5.5-12.6L/100km. Methods to reduce fuel consumption: Clean engine carbon deposits: Excessive carbon deposits in the engine are a significant cause, primarily due to the use of unsuitable fuel. It is recommended to add a certain amount of cleaning agent when refueling. If the effect is not noticeable, it indicates a significant amount of carbon deposits in the engine. In such cases, the car must be taken to a 4S shop for professional cleaning of the engine carbon deposits by technicians. Check the oxygen sensor: As an internal control unit of the car, the oxygen sensor mainly monitors the air-fuel ratio of the engine. Once damaged, it will cause an imbalance in the air-fuel ratio, leading to a sudden increase in fuel consumption. If the oxygen sensor is damaged, the exhaust pipe will emit darker-colored exhaust gases during driving, and the oxygen sensor should be replaced immediately. Regularly replace the three filters: During vehicle use, the oil filter, air filter, and fuel filter must be replaced regularly. If not replaced for a long time, they can become dirty and clogged, sending incorrect information to the engine control unit, resulting in incomplete fuel combustion and increased engine carbon deposits. Check the electronic control unit: Although the engine's electronic control unit is highly reliable, faults can still occur in older vehicles.

[MacAdeline]

I just helped my cousin test the fuel consumption of his Golf 280TSI a few days ago. This 1.4T turbocharged engine is particularly sensitive to road conditions. On the highway with cruise control, it can drop to 5.8L, but during rush hour traffic in the city, it spikes to 8.3L. I specifically compared the difference with the auto start-stop system on and off—waiting at red lights for more than 30 seconds with it on can save about 0.3L. The fuel cap recommends 95-octane gasoline, but some car owners say using 92-octane long-term could affect the turbo's lifespan. This car actually gets more fuel-efficient the smoother you drive, while sudden acceleration is particularly thirsty. If you often drive on elevated roads maintaining 60 km/h, the fuel consumption stays around 6L.

[MacOscar]

After three years of commuting with my Golf, I've summarized a rule: the fuel consumption entirely depends on the golden right foot. The most fuel is consumed during cold starts in the morning, with short trips of three kilometers reaching up to 9L, but it stabilizes at 7L once the engine warms up. Running the AC in summer increases consumption by 0.8L, and maintaining tire pressure at 2.5 is more fuel-efficient than at 2.3. Gear shifting in manual transmission is particularly crucial; I've found shifting at 2000 rpm to be the most economical, with instant fuel consumption showing zero when coasting in gear. A full tank after the fuel light comes on costs about 380 yuan, covering around 580 kilometers in the city and over a hundred kilometers more on the highway. Regularly cleaning carbon deposits is very effective; last time after cleaning the throttle body, fuel consumption dropped by 0.5L.

[QuinnDella]

Last month, I tested the Golf GTI, and this 2.0T hot hatch is heavily dependent on driving modes. In normal D mode with the AC on in the city, it consumes 9.5L. Switching to Sport mode pushes it straight past 13L. Manual downshifting and revving up during mountain runs is more thrilling, but the fuel gauge visibly drops. I use 98-octane fuel with fuel additives, and the displayed fuel consumption is 0.7L lower than with 95-octane. After switching to lightweight wheels, I unexpectedly saved 0.3L of fuel—the tuning shop said reducing unsprung mass works wonders. But the most extreme was track day: twenty laps burned half a tank of fuel.

[RuthFitz]

We Golf owners in Northeast China know it all too well - fuel consumption soars in winter when temperatures drop to -20°C. During cold starts, the engine RPM runs high, and the fuel consumption for a 5km commute can reach 10L. Snow tires consume 0.8L more fuel than all-season tires, and ESP intervention during wheel spins in snowdrifts further increases consumption. I've installed a remote starter to warm up the engine for ten minutes in advance, which burns an extra liter of fuel but protects the engine. When frost forms on the windshield and maximum heating is required, the slow rise in coolant temperature makes this particularly fuel-intensive. Neighbors who park underground consistently show 2L lower fuel consumption than me - winter driving truly doesn't allow shortcuts in engine warm-up time.