What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2015 Santana?
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2015 Santana has a fuel tank capacity of 55 liters, which is the officially announced data. The 2015 Santana DSG version requires 95-octane fuel, while other versions require 92-octane fuel. The fuel consumption per 100 kilometers ranges from 6.0 to 6.2 liters, and a full tank can cover a distance of 887 to 916 kilometers. During daily driving, it is necessary to always pay attention to the remaining fuel level in the tank. Generally, the fuel level is observed through the fuel gauge inside the car. If there are no other issues, the fuel level will be accurately reflected on the gauge. The fuel gauge on the dashboard usually has 5 to 6 segments. When there are only 2 segments left, it is advisable to refuel to avoid running out of fuel midway. During the actual refueling process, the amount of fuel may exceed the marked capacity. This is because the fuel tank capacity marked by the car manufacturer is the volume from the bottom of the tank to the safety limit, and there is still some space from the safety limit to the tank opening. This space is reserved to allow the fuel to expand when the temperature rises without overflowing the tank. If the fuel is filled up to the tank opening during refueling, the actual refueling amount may exceed the marked fuel tank capacity.
I just bought a used 2015 Santana last year, and I've been particularly attentive to its fuel tank capacity, which is exactly 55 liters. This capacity is quite practical - a full tank can last nearly a month for urban commuting, and during long trips back home for Chinese New Year, I don't need to frequently look for gas stations. However, fuel consumption increases slightly in summer when using air conditioning, so I recommend refueling when the tank reaches one-quarter full to better protect the fuel pump. Every time I go to the gas station, I stop filling when the pump automatically shuts off. Forcing more fuel in could damage the carbon canister, which would be expensive to repair. Also, always double-check the fuel grade at the pump to avoid mistakenly using 95 octane - it's not only a waste of money but also provides no extra benefits for the engine.
