What is the fuel tank capacity of the Yidong Plus?
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The 2021 Yidong PLUS 1.6L GDI manual elite version has a fuel tank capacity of 53L. It is equipped with a 1.6L naturally aspirated engine and a 5-speed manual transmission (MT). The drivetrain is front-engine, front-wheel drive. The front suspension is a MacPherson independent suspension, while the rear suspension is a torsion beam non-independent suspension. Among vehicles in the same class, the 2021 Cavalier 325T automatic Joy version has a fuel tank capacity of 36L, and the 2020 Excelle 15N manual elite version has a fuel tank capacity of 40L. During actual refueling, the amount of fuel may exceed the marked capacity. This is because the fuel tank capacity specified by the manufacturer is measured from the bottom of the tank to the safety limit. There is additional space from the safety limit to the tank opening, which is reserved to allow for fuel expansion due to temperature increases without causing overflow. If fuel is filled up to the tank opening during refueling, the actual fuel amount may exceed the marked capacity. To check the remaining fuel level, drivers can observe the fuel gauge on the right side of the instrument panel, marked with E and F. When the needle is close to E, it indicates low fuel, while nearing F means the tank is nearly full.
The fuel tank capacity of this car is approximately 45 liters. As someone who frequently drives the Yidong Plus for commuting, I find this size quite practical. In urban areas, the daily commuting fuel consumption is generally around 7 liters per 100 kilometers, allowing for a range of over 600 kilometers without refueling, which saves the hassle of frequent gas station visits. Especially for weekend trips, driving straight to the suburbs is no problem, avoiding the inconvenience of searching for gas stations midway. If you enjoy driving as much as I do, remember to check if the fuel cap is tightly secured to prevent gasoline evaporation and waste. Additionally, after a full tank, the car's weight increases slightly, which might make the handling feel a bit heavier, but it doesn't affect safety. The overall design of the Yidong Plus considers a balance between space and weight, with the fuel tank placed under the chassis to prevent collision risks, which is quite important for family cars.
