
Geely Global Hawk GX7 has a total of 50 models, all with a fuel tank capacity of 60 liters. The vehicle is equipped with two types of engines: a 2.0L and a 1.8L naturally aspirated engine, and comes with either a 5-speed manual transmission or a 6-speed automatic manual transmission. During the actual refueling process, the amount of fuel may exceed the calibrated capacity. This is because the fuel tank capacity marked by the car manufacturer is measured from the bottom of the tank to the safe fill level. There is additional space from the safe fill level to the tank opening, which is designed to allow for fuel expansion when temperatures rise, preventing overflow. If fuel is filled up to the tank opening during refueling, the actual amount of fuel added may exceed the marked tank capacity. To check the remaining fuel in the tank, drivers can observe the fuel gauge on the right side of the dashboard, which is marked with E (Empty) and F (Full). When the needle is close to E, it indicates that the fuel is running low, while nearing F means the fuel level is sufficient.

My 2013 Geely Gleagle GX7 has been running for five years now. The fuel tank can hold 58 liters when full. On the highway, it can last about 550 kilometers, while daily commuting usually gets around 450 kilometers before needing to refuel. The fuel consumption isn't exactly low, averaging about 10 liters in the city with the AC on. It's advisable to refuel when the tank is down to a quarter to avoid getting stranded. Older cars are prone to fuel pump failures, and running on empty is particularly damaging to the fuel pump, so this is something to really watch out for.

I remember checking the GX7's manual before, and the fuel tank capacity varies slightly by year. Most models have a 58-liter tank, but some base versions or specific year models can reach 60 liters. The farthest I've tested was driving from Hangzhou to Jingdezhen, a 550-kilometer stretch entirely on the highway, with the fuel gauge just turning yellow. Filling up with 95-octane now isn't cheap—it costs over 400 yuan for a full tank, so saving where possible is key.

The fuel tank filler design of this car is quite unique. You need to be careful not to insert the fuel nozzle too deep when refueling. Once, I spilled half a liter of fuel while refueling, which was heartbreaking. The gas station attendant mentioned that the actual capacity of the tank is a few liters more than the labeled volume, but the manual states 58 liters as the safe capacity. A friend of mine modified his car with an auxiliary fuel tank, claiming it can extend the range by 200 kilometers. However, I believe tampering with the fuel system poses risks and could complicate annual inspections. It's better to make frequent stops at service areas for refueling.


