Which mode of the Yidong Plus is more fuel-efficient?

[Dana]

Yidong Plus's Eco mode is more fuel-efficient. The relevant introductions are as follows: 1. Yidong Plus has three modes in total: Sport mode, Eco mode, and Standard Comfort mode. 2. The Changan Yidong Plus model: It belongs to the compact car category, manufactured by Changan Automobile, and the currently available model is the 2020 version. The vehicle comes with two engine options. The first engine is a 1.6-liter four-cylinder, 128 horsepower naturally aspirated engine with a maximum power of 94 kW and a maximum torque of 161 Nm. The second engine is a 1.4-liter four-cylinder, 158 horsepower turbocharged engine with a maximum power of 116 kW and a maximum torque of 260 Nm. Both engines utilize DVVT technology.

[OKiara]

I've been driving the Yidong Plus for almost two years and have tried all modes. When it comes to fuel efficiency, the ECO economy mode is definitely the most effective, especially in city traffic jams. This mode makes the throttle response slower and shifts gears earlier, keeping the RPM mostly below 2000. Last Friday, I was stuck in traffic for 40 minutes after work, and the displayed fuel consumption was only 6.8L. However, remember to set the AC temperature higher, as the system secretly turns off the AC compressor. For highway driving, I recommend switching to normal mode. At 80km/h cruising speed, the sixth gear feels smoother, and I personally tested it to save 0.3L more fuel than ECO mode. Also, make sure the tire pressure is sufficient—last time, underinflated tires cost me an extra half liter of fuel.

[SanJack]

Last time I accompanied a friend to the 4S store to test drive the Yidong Plus, the salesperson demonstrated it very clearly. In economy mode, the dashboard turns green, and the system automatically limits power output. Their actual test data shows that ECO mode saves 15% more fuel than sport mode for urban commuting, roughly a difference of 1.2L per 100 kilometers. However, don't expect ECO mode to solve everything—if you encounter a long uphill slope, it's better to switch to normal mode. The transmission logic is very smart; cruising at 100km/h in normal mode actually results in lower RPM than in ECO mode. By the way, don't overload the trunk—an extra 50kg of load increases fuel consumption by 0.4L per 100 kilometers.

[DiPaislee]

Old Li, who drives for ride-hailing, shared with me the fuel-saving secrets of the Yidong Plus: during morning rush hours, use ECO mode with start-stop function, letting the engine sleep at red lights for maximum fuel efficiency; on elevated roads, switch to normal mode, maintaining a speed of 70km/h right in the fuel-saving range; remember to turn off ECO mode on rainy days to prevent skidding. He always keeps a portable air pump in his car, maintaining tire pressure at 2.5bar can save 3% on fuel consumption. Once, while riding with him, I noticed a detail: he always keeps a two-car distance when following other vehicles, reducing the need to brake frequently. He said smooth driving is more effective than any mode, and his fuel consumption has never exceeded 7L per 100 kilometers.

[MacCassidy]

Reading technical forum posts, I discovered that the ECO mode in the Yidong Plus adjusts three major components: 1. The throttle pedal travel becomes longer, requiring pressing to 1/3 to equal the power of 1/5 in normal mode. 2. The upshift RPM is advanced to 1800. 3. The air conditioning cooling becomes milder. Actual tests during morning and evening rush hours with the AC on showed a fuel consumption of around 7.2L, which is 0.8L less than in normal mode. However, it's important to note not to use ECO mode on long downhill slopes, as engine braking will be weakened. Last time, switching to sport mode while driving on mountain roads caused the fuel consumption to surge to 9.3L, instantly understanding the saying 'you can't have your cake and eat it too.'

[DiHarmony]

I often borrow my relative's Yidong Plus and have summarized a fuel-saving technique: use normal mode for the first two kilometers to warm up the engine during commutes, then switch to ECO mode once the water temperature is normal. When following traffic, keep an eye on the instant fuel consumption gauge and maintain the needle below 5L. The key is to brake less! Anticipate traffic lights and release the accelerator early to charge using the kinetic energy recovery system. Once, I drove from the east to the west of the city, covering 32 kilometers on the outer ring road while maintaining a steady speed of 80km/h, and the display showed only 5.9L. On the return trip, stuck in traffic, I switched to ECO mode with start-stop, and even with the AC set at 25°C, it only used 6.3L of fuel. This fuel efficiency is truly impressive.