What is the fuel consumption when running the air conditioning at idle speed?

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Davis
07/29/25 7:50pm
When the car is stationary with the air conditioning on, the fuel consumption is approximately 1-2 liters per hour. Definition of idle speed: Stationary state refers to idle speed. The idle speed of a car refers to a working condition where the engine runs without load, meaning the car is in neutral or P gear. The engine speed during idle is called the idle speed, which can be adjusted by modifying the throttle opening size. Hazards of running the air conditioning at idle speed: When the car is stationary, the air conditioning only delivers natural air blown by the blower. This is because the air conditioning compressor is powered by the engine, so it does not operate when the engine is off. The blower, which blows natural air, is powered by the battery. Excessive use of the blower can drain the battery, leading to long-term battery depletion.
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