How do frequent short trips and stop-start traffic affect the fuel efficiency of the Oshan X7?

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How do frequent short trips and stop-start traffic affect the fuel efficiency of the Oshan X7?

Most of my daily driving involves short trips in stop-and-go traffic. I’ve heard that this can impact fuel economy, but how bad can it be for a turbocharged SUV like the X7?

Gari Specialist asked on 12 Jul 2025 15:08:53 pm

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Gari Master - on 12 Jul 2025 15:11:36 pm

Short trips and frequent stops negatively affect mileage because:

The engine doesn’t reach optimal temperature, so it runs rich uses more fuel.

Constant braking and acceleration use more fuel than steady driving.

Turbocharged engines perform worse in non-continuous driving patterns.

Solution:

Combine short trips into one longer trip if possible.

Use Eco mode in traffic to optimize throttle response.

Avoid revving the engine before warming up.