Answer
Nov 11, 2020 - 03:50 AM
Hi there
The key to your question lies in your driving pattern: You work from home and do not drive very far.
(a) In such a scenario, your car will experience repeated cold (or cool) start-ups, which always leads to increased fuel consumption.
(b) In addition, your car likely doesn't get up to normal operating temperature, either, so it continually runs on its "warming up" programming, which will also increase fuel consumption.
(c) Lastly, if the car mainly experiences stop-go traffic (congestion), it will also lead to higher fuel consumption.
With all these factors taken into consideration, your 10 litres/100 km average figure doesn't seem too far out of line. Maybe take it on a longer drive (say 20 km or so on an open freeway) once a week, giving it time for all the fluids to reach optimal temperature and to circulate properly. This will immediately result in a consumption reduction.
Hope this helps!
The AskAutoTrader Team
Add New Comment