Why does the Mercedes-Benz S-Class consume more fuel than expected in Pakistani city traffic?

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Why does the Mercedes-Benz S-Class consume more fuel than expected in Pakistani city traffic?

Many S-Class owners in Pakistan notice higher fuel consumption in stop-and-go city traffic. Factors like heavy vehicle weight, frequent idling, and traffic congestion contribute to lower mileage, leading to dissatisfaction among users expecting better fuel efficiency.

Talha Kyanii asked on 11 Oct 2025 15:46:36 pm

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Gari Master - on 11 Oct 2025 15:48:13 pm

The Mercedes-Benz S-Class tends to consume more fuel in city traffic due to several reasons:

Heavy Vehicle Weight: The S-Class is a large, heavy luxury sedan, which requires more fuel to move, especially in stop-and-go traffic.

Frequent Idling: Pakistani city traffic often involves long periods of idling, during which the engine burns fuel without covering any distance.

Traffic Congestion: Constant acceleration and braking reduce overall fuel efficiency.

Air Conditioning Usage: In hot climates like Pakistan, AC use is almost constant, increasing fuel consumption.

Driving Style: Aggressive acceleration o r sudden braking further worsens fuel economy.

Thus, city driving conditions naturally lead to lower mileage figures than highway driving.