What is the fuel tank capacity of the Buick Excelle in liters?
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The fuel tank capacity of the Buick Excelle is 40 liters, which is the officially published data. Owners who have purchased the Buick Excelle can also check this information on the vehicle's configuration sheet. The Buick Excelle uses 92-octane gasoline, with a fuel consumption of 4.7 to 5.0L per 100 kilometers. A full tank can cover a distance of 800 to 851 km. During daily driving, it is necessary to always pay attention to the remaining fuel level in the tank. The fuel level is usually 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 typically has 5 to 6 segments, and it is advisable to refuel when only 2 segments remain to avoid running out of fuel midway. During actual refueling, the amount of fuel may exceed the marked capacity. This is because the fuel tank capacity marked by the manufacturer is measured from the bottom of the tank to the safe limit, and there is additional space from the safe limit to the tank opening. This space ensures that the fuel can expand when the temperature rises without overflowing from the tank. If the fuel is filled up to the tank opening during refueling, the actual amount of fuel added may exceed the marked tank capacity.
My old Excelle, which I've driven for three years, has a fuel tank labeled as 60 liters, but it usually fills up to about 55 liters when the pump clicks off. I remember the manual states it's 60 liters, but the tank design always leaves some room to prevent fuel expansion. For daily city commuting, a full tank can last around 450 kilometers, while on the highway, it can reach up to 650 kilometers. It's advisable not to wait until the fuel light comes on to refuel, as it can easily damage the fuel pump. By the way, during the last maintenance, the mechanic mentioned not to always wait for discount days to refuel, as queuing with the engine off for too long can drain the battery more.
I've been driving a Buick Excelle 1.6L manual transmission for five years, with a fuel tank capacity of 60 liters. However, the actual refueling limit is between 57-58 liters. This capacity is considered medium to large among compact cars; for example, the Cruze has a 52-liter tank. I've discovered a practical tip when refueling: just fill until the pump automatically stops, and don't force it to a round number to avoid damaging the carbon canister. Calculating at 7.5 liters per 100 kilometers, a full tank is enough for me to drive from Shanghai to Huangshan in Anhui. With the recent rise in fuel prices, I've learned to use apps to find nearby gas stations with discounts, saving twenty yuan per tank—enough to buy a cup of milk tea.
