Why is the fuel consumption of Oshan X7 so high?
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The reasons for high fuel consumption in cars include abnormal tire pressure or switching to larger-sized tires; not turning off the engine during prolonged idling or frequent ignition; aggressive acceleration and frequent braking while driving; driving at high speeds in low gears or low speeds in high gears; fully opening windows in summer or using air conditioning during traffic jams; not planning the route properly, driving on congested roads, and frequently changing lanes. The combined fuel consumption of the Oshan X7 is 7.0-7.4L/100km. There are a total of 9 models of the Oshan X7 currently on sale. The manual Elite, manual Comfort, and manual Luxury models have a combined fuel consumption of 7.0L/100km. The automatic Elite, automatic Luxury, automatic Premium, automatic Geeker Edition, automatic Navigation, and Face Recognition Fully Automatic Parking Space Leisure Edition models have a combined fuel consumption of 7.4L/100km. The above figures are the NEDC combined fuel consumption, which is the fuel consumption data measured under the NEDC test procedure. The actual fuel consumption is higher than this value, ranging from 8.0-9.0L/100km. When driving, the following 5 tips can help reduce fuel consumption: During the starting process, the vehicle should start in a low gear, gently press the accelerator, and gradually increase speed. Avoid suddenly pressing the accelerator hard, as aggressive acceleration can multiply fuel consumption. Gentle acceleration and braking, early braking: While driving, gently press the accelerator to avoid sudden increases in engine RPM and prevent the car from shaking during operation, thereby making the car more fuel-efficient. By anticipating road conditions and adopting slow and uniform acceleration or braking, fuel economy can be improved by up to 20%. Maintain proper tire pressure: Keep the tire pressure at the level recommended by the manufacturer. For every 2 PSI below the recommended value (equivalent to approximately 0.2 in the metric system relative to the standard pressure of 2.4), fuel consumption increases by 1%. Regular maintenance or vehicle inspection: Timely oil changes can reduce carbon buildup (carbon buildup can cause ignition issues, sluggish acceleration, increased fuel consumption, and in severe cases, even cylinder misfires); regularly check and replace the air filter when dirty, and clean or replace the fuel injectors, spark plugs, and throttle body at the recommended mileage intervals. Close the windows while driving. Driving with windows open increases wind resistance. The greater the wind resistance, the more resistance the car encounters, requiring more power and thus increasing fuel consumption. Oshan X7 Plus
I've been driving the Oshan X7 for several years, and I feel that high fuel consumption is mainly related to driving habits, especially for those with a quick temper who love to stomp on the accelerator and brake suddenly—instantaneous fuel consumption can soar to over 15 liters. During rush hour traffic in the city, idling the engine for long periods wastes fuel unnecessarily, and blasting the air conditioning also consumes fuel as the compressor works. The car itself is an SUV, with a heavy body and high wind resistance; on the highway, a gust of wind can make the fuel gauge rise noticeably. My experience is to maintain a steady speed, change lanes less, and anticipate more. Planning routes with mobile navigation to avoid congested areas during commutes can reduce fuel consumption from around 11 liters to about 9 liters. Also, don’t forget to check tire pressure regularly—insufficient pressure increases rolling friction, naturally leading to higher fuel consumption. This habit has helped me save quite a bit.
