Is stop-and-go traffic affecting my BMW 2 Series fuel consumption?

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Is stop-and-go traffic affecting my BMW 2 Series fuel consumption?

Driving in Pakistani cities involves a lot of stop-and-go traffic due to congestion and signals. Could this be a major reason for my BMW 2 Series’ poor fuel economy? Are there any driving techniques I can use to minimize fuel consumption?

Garitips asked on 19 Feb 2025 13:03:12 pm

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Garitips - on 19 Feb 2025 13:11:59 pm

Yes, stop-and-go traffic is one of the biggest reasons for poor fuel economy in city driving. The BMW 2 Series’ automatic transmission and turbocharged engine work best at consistent speeds. However, excessive stopping and starting increase fuel consumption due to:

Frequent Acceleration: Every time you accelerate, more fuel is injected into the engine.
Braking Energy Loss: Unlike hybrid cars, BMW does not regenerate energy when braking, so stopping wastes momentum and fuel.
Idling in Traffic: Keeping the engine running in long traffic jams consumes unnecessary fuel.
Solution:

Use Eco Mode to optimize fuel injection and throttle response.
When stuck in traffic for extended periods, consider turning off the engine.
Drive with a light foot and accelerate gradually.
Use cruise control when possible on open roads to maintain a constant speed.