What is the typical power consumption of a car air conditioner?

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McJosiah
07/29/25 3:32am
Ordinary small car air conditioners consume approximately 3-5 kilowatts (about 4-8 horsepower). Here are specific details about car air conditioners: 1. Introduction: The car air conditioning system, abbreviated as car AC, is used to regulate and control the temperature, humidity, air cleanliness, and airflow within the car cabin to optimal conditions. It provides a comfortable environment for passengers, reducing travel fatigue, and creates favorable working conditions for the driver, playing a crucial role in ensuring safe driving. 2. AC Layout: Different types of AC systems have varying layouts. Currently, most passenger cars use an integrated heating and cooling AC system. This layout involves assembling components such as the evaporator, heater radiator, centrifugal blower, and control mechanism together, referred to as the AC unit assembly.
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DelLyla
08/12/25 7:21am
When helping friends with car repairs, I've noticed that automotive air conditioning systems typically have a power range of 1.5 to 4 kilowatts. Compact car compressors usually operate around 1.5-2.5 kW, while SUVs or seven-seaters require 3-4 kW. This power consumption equals running 30-80 light bulbs simultaneously, which explains why fuel consumption spikes when using AC in summer. Recently while checking a neighbor's older Camry, its 2 kW compressor was found to increase fuel consumption by over 1 liter per hour of AC operation. The situation is even more challenging with new energy vehicles - EVs can lose up to 20 km of range when running AC. When selecting a vehicle, don't just consider cooling speed - oversized AC units can significantly impact overall vehicle performance.
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