How to Improve Your Fuel Efficiency

When it comes to Mercedes-Benz fuel efficiency, a few simple steps can make a big difference. Mercedes-Benz vehicles are already at the forefront of innovation and engineering, but how you drive and care for your car also impacts mileage. Learn best practices for improving vehicle efficiency at Keyes European.

Unload Excess Cargo

The Mercedes-Benz SUVs available here at Keyes European come with enough cargo space for all your road tripping, adventuring, and daily driving needs. However, if you’re looking to up your fuel efficiency, you want to remove any excess weight when possible. Extra weight requires more fuel to go the same distance, so keep your trunk clear whenever you can.

Maintain Speed

It’s also important to consider your driving habits when adjusting for fuel economy. Speeding and quick acceleration can seriously reduce efficiency and may have you filling your vehicle more often than usual. Rapid changes in speed can decrease your fuel economy by as much as 30 percent. Instead, allow for gentle acceleration and always try to maintain steady speeds within the posted limits.

Schedule Service

There’s no better way to improve fuel economy than with regular service and car care. Simple service tasks can affect how your whole system functions. For instance, when your tire pressure is too low, it can actually cause your tires to drag on the road surface, requiring more fuel to cover the same distance. For improved fuel economy, keep up with your tire inspections, oil changes, and transmission service.

Test-Drive Fuel-Efficient Mercedes-Benz Vehicles in Van Nuys, CA

At Keyes European, you’ll find the fuel-efficient Mercedes-Benz vehicles you can rely on, alongside ownership best practices and efficiency support from our expert team. Test-drive and service your next Mercedes-Benz model at our dealership.