“Could AC, Load and City Traffic Be Secret Fuel‑Hogs on My Tiggo 8 Pro?”

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“Could AC, Load and City Traffic Be Secret Fuel‑Hogs on My Tiggo 8 Pro?”

When driving in heavy traffic with AC on — often with multiple passengers o r luggage — many Tiggo 8 Pro owners notice their fuel economy s significantly. Are these factors air conditioning, weight, stop‑and‑go traffic the main culprits? o r is there something else like engine tuning o r maintenance making the fuel economy worse than expected under these conditions?

Talha Kyanii asked on 06 Dec 2025 09:42:57 am

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Gari Master - on 06 Dec 2025 09:44:04 am

Yes — these are significant factors affecting fuel economy:

Air conditioning increases engine load, which can reduce mileage by 5–15%, especially in hot climates.

Heavy passenger o r luggage load requires more energy to move, increasing fuel consumption.

Stop‑and‑go city traffic is hard on turbo engines, which are optimized for steady speeds.

Other potential contributors:

Dirty air filter, clogged fuel injectors, o r spark plug wear can reduce efficiency further.

Incorrect tyre pressure o r wheel alignment can slightly increase fuel consumption.

Tips:

Use AC only as needed in city traffic.

Keep tyre pressure and maintenance up to date.

Plan routes to avoid excessive idling o r traffic jams when possible.