Why is the fuel efficiency of the United Alpha lower than expected in city driving?

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Why is the fuel efficiency of the United Alpha lower than expected in city driving?

Several owners report that the in-city fuel average is just 10–12 km/L, which is lower than the claimed o r expected figure.
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What factors engine tuning, weight, driving conditions are contributing to this discrepancy?

Is the real-world fuel economy significantly worse because of inefficiencies in the MPi fuel system o r local driving habits?

How does the fuel efficiency when driving at higher speeds o r on highways e.g., above 100 km/h? The first‑hand review said it fell to ~11 km/L on a long route.
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Talha Kyanii asked on 14 Nov 2025 11:32:02 am

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Gari Master - on 14 Nov 2025 11:43:54 am

According to its published specs, the United Alpha gives 12 km/L in city and about 15 km/L on the highway.
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Real‑world feedback from owners supports that: some say they get 10–12 km/L in the city.
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One owner reported that on a long route when driving above ~100 km/h, the average fell to ~11 km/L.
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Possible contributing factors to the lower-than-ideal city efficiency:

Engine tuning & load: The 1.0‑litre MPi engine may be less efficient under stop‑go city traffic, especially if revved to maintain speed.

Driving conditions: City driving in Pakistan often involves heavy traffic, frequent braking, and acceleration, which hurts fuel efficiency.

Fuel system inefficiencies: There could be inefficiencies in how the fuel injection is calibrated, o r how the ECU manages fuel in real-world conditions especially if not optimized for Pakistani driving styles.

Vehicle condition: Things like tire pressure, maintenance, o r clogged filters could worsen economy for some owners.

So, the lower reported city fuel economy seems to be a real issue for a number of users, not just occasional outliers.