What is the fuel consumption per kilometer for the MG ZS?
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The official fuel consumption per 100 kilometers for the MG ZS, as given by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, is 6.1-6.6L, while the actual measured average fuel consumption per 100 kilometers is 7.17-8.56L. Method to determine car fuel consumption: Fuel consumption ÷ kilometers × 100 = L/100KM. The numbers before 1.6T and 1.8T represent the engine displacement, which is the sum of the volumes of all cylinders. The larger the displacement, the greater the power and the higher the fuel consumption. Factors affecting car fuel consumption: The fuel consumption of a car is not only related to the car itself but also to the driver's driving habits and road conditions. If the driving habits are poor and the car is frequently driven on congested roads, the fuel consumption will inevitably be relatively high.
Last year, I bought an MG ZS as my daily commuter car. As a young office worker who mainly drives in the city, frequent traffic congestion leads to relatively high fuel consumption. The official data claims an average of around 7L per 100km, but in reality, during morning rush hour traffic jams, it can exceed 8L, which translates to approximately 0.08 liters per kilometer. On weekends when driving on highways, it drops to 6.5L, or 0.065 liters per kilometer. Using air conditioning increases fuel consumption by 10%, pushing it above 9L in summer. I've tried some fuel-saving methods: maintaining a steady speed, avoiding sudden braking and acceleration; keeping tire pressure at 2.3 bar, as too low pressure increases fuel consumption; and changing engine oil regularly to maintain engine efficiency. As a compact SUV, the MG ZS offers adequate space and reasonable fuel consumption, making it very suitable for daily commuting, with no pressure on fuel expenses.
With years of driving experience and having driven various vehicles, the fuel consumption of the MG ZS mainly depends on the engine version. The 1.5L naturally aspirated version has an official fuel consumption of 6.5-8L per 100 kilometers, averaging 0.07 liters per kilometer; frequent starts in the city may increase it to 9L, while highway cruising can reduce it to 6L. Key factors affecting fuel consumption include driving habits—avoiding rapid acceleration and hard braking; road conditions—avoiding congested routes; and vehicle maintenance—such as dirty engine oil increasing friction and wasting fuel. I recommend servicing every 5,000 kilometers, and maintaining normal tire pressure can save up to 15% on fuel. Overall, the MG ZS performs moderately among its peers in the SUV segment, balancing power and economy.
