What is the real fuel consumption of the 8th-generation Civic?
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The official combined fuel consumption of the 8th-generation Civic is 5.4-6L/100km. Here is an introduction to fuel consumption-related content: Fuel consumption: Large-displacement cars consume as much fuel as family cars. Comparison: A fuel consumption of 6 liters per 100 kilometers, on the same route, a 1.6L car like the Octavia consumes 7 liters. Sports cars usually have much heavier throttle inputs compared to street cars, leading to higher fuel consumption. For example, liter-class sports cars during aggressive acceleration or high-speed runs can have fuel consumption comparable to a 3.0L car's combined fuel consumption. Fuel: Most cars use gasoline, so the energy content of the fuel is the same. The Octavia's relatively higher fuel consumption comes from high aerodynamic drag, a compact structure that leaves little room for fuel-saving technologies, and a design philosophy that emphasizes high-revving power extraction.
I've been driving an eighth-generation Civic, the manual transmission version, with an actual fuel consumption of 8-10 liters per 100 kilometers in the city, which can drop to 6-8 liters on the highway. My 2009 model's engine performs stably, but if frequently driven in congested areas or with aggressive acceleration, fuel consumption easily exceeds 10 liters. Conversely, maintaining around 80 km/h on urban ring roads can keep it down to 8 liters. Keeping tire pressure at 2.4 bar saves a bit of fuel, and a dusty air filter can increase consumption. After regular oil changes, the engine feels smoother, reducing fuel consumption by about half a liter. Remember, using the air conditioning increases fuel consumption by 0.5-1 liter, especially when driving in the city during summer, so it's advisable to open windows for ventilation. The Civic is fuel-efficient, but personal habits have a significant impact. Developing smooth driving habits is key—avoid using Sport mode for aggressive driving.
