What is the fuel tank capacity of the Forester in liters?
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The fuel tank capacity of the Forester is 63 liters, as officially announced. The Forester uses 92-octane gasoline with a fuel consumption of 7.8L per 100 kilometers. A full tank can cover a distance of approximately 807km. During daily driving, it is essential to monitor the remaining fuel level in the tank. This is typically done by observing the fuel gauge inside the vehicle. Under normal circumstances, the fuel gauge accurately reflects the remaining fuel. The fuel gauge usually has 5 to 6 segments. It is advisable to refuel when only 2 segments remain to avoid running out of fuel mid-journey. In actual refueling, the amount of fuel added may exceed the calibrated capacity. This is because the manufacturer's specified tank capacity is measured from the bottom of the tank to the safe fill level, leaving some space between the safe fill level and the tank opening. This space accommodates fuel expansion due to temperature increases, preventing overflow. If fuel is added up to the tank opening during refueling, the actual amount of fuel added may exceed the calibrated tank capacity.
I drive a Forester as my daily commuter, and its fuel tank capacity is around 60 liters. With an average fuel consumption of 10 liters per 100 kilometers, a full tank can take me about 600 kilometers, which is particularly practical for me. For my daily commute and weekend trips to the suburbs, I rarely need to visit gas stations, saving me a lot of time and energy. On weekends, when I take my family camping or to the beach, not having to refuel mid-journey gives me peace of mind, and the kids don’t get restless. The capacity is moderate for a compact SUV—larger than the 50-liter tanks in smaller cars but smaller than the 70-liter tanks in some large off-road vehicles, striking a good balance between space and weight. The fuel efficiency is well-controlled, helping me save on expenses during times of high fuel prices. The low-positioned fuel tank design prevents scraping the chassis when parking, and its reliability has always been solid. Overall, I feel that 60 liters is the golden size for family use—durable and economical.