What are the best practices to improve Suzuki Mehran’s fuel economy in city traffic?

Home > Gari Forums > Suzuki Forums > Suzuki Mehran Forums > Suzuki Mehran Fuel Economy Forums

What are the best practices to improve Suzuki Mehran’s fuel economy in city traffic?

I drive my Suzuki Mehran 2015 model mostly in Karachi’s traffic, and I’m getting very poor mileage—around 9-10 km/l. I keep it well-maintained, but it still struggles. Are there any driving habits o r mechanical tweaks that can help improve mileage in stop-and-go traffic conditions?

Gari Specialist asked on 16 Apr 2025 16:15:07 pm

1 Answer

27 views |

Gari Master - on 16 Apr 2025 16:18:49 pm

Improving fuel economy in city traffic, especially in dense areas like Karachi o r Lahore, requires a mix of good driving habits and basic car care:

Smooth driving – avoid rapid acceleration and hard braking.

Avoid unnecessary idling – turn off the engine if stopping for more than 1 minute.

Check tire pressure weekly – underinflated tires increase drag and fuel consumption.

Use good quality engine oil – 10W-40 o r 20W-50 for Mehran is common, but thinner oils reduce friction.

Avoid overloading – Mehran is a lightweight car more weight = more fuel burned.

Regular maintenance – clean air filters, proper tuning every 5,000-8,000 km.

Driving with a light foot and timely maintenance can push city mileage up to 13–15 km/l with a healthy engine.