Why do Suzuki Wagon R engines consume more fuel than expected, especially in urban driving conditions in Pakistan?

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Why do Suzuki Wagon R engines consume more fuel than expected, especially in urban driving conditions in Pakistan?

Some users in Pakistan complain that the Wagon Rs engine consumes more fuel than expected, particularly in city driving. What are the common causes behind higher-than-expected fuel consumption, and how can owners improve the cars fuel efficiency?

Gari Specialist asked on 16 May 2025 17:11:37 pm

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Gari Master - on 16 May 2025 17:13:59 pm

Higher-than-expected fuel consumption in the Suzuki Wagon R, particularly in urban driving conditions, can be caused by several factors:

Traffic and Stop-and-Go Driving:
The fuel efficiency of any car suffers in stop-and-go traffic o r when idling for extended periods, which is common in urban areas of Pakistan. Frequent braking and accelerating in city traffic result in higher fuel consumption.

Engine Tuning and Maintenance:
Poorly maintained engines can lead to inefficient fuel usage. For example, dirty air filters, spark plugs, o r a misfiring engine can reduce fuel efficiency. Additionally, improper tire inflation o r using the wrong type of engine oil can contribute to higher fuel consumption.

AC Usage and Load:
The use of air conditioning increases the engine’s fuel consumption, especially in hot weather. Similarly, carrying a full load of passengers o r cargo increases the strain on the engine, which can lead to higher fuel consumption.

Solution:

Regular engine maintenance air filter, spark plugs, tire pressure can improve fuel efficiency.

Minimize AC usage in urban driving and avoid overloading the vehicle.

Fuel Additives can sometimes improve fuel efficiency by cleaning the engine’s fuel injectors.