1000 km drive on Maruti XL6: Mileage, NVH & other highway observations

Ride quality for passengers in the 1st two rows is good, but bumpy for those in the 3rd row.

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Just back from a 1000+ km long trip BLR-Belgaum-BLR on my BIL's XL6 MT.

Stats:

• Loading: 3 adults + 3 kids + 80% boot loaded
• Tyre pressure: ~30psi for a full load, of nitrogen.
• AC: On 100% of the time, 24-25°C,
• Method of measurement: MID

Highway Driving style: Cruise control 90% (90 to 100km per hour) on highways

• Highway fuel efficiency: 19.8kml (300km range)

City Driving style: Sedate with 30% bumper-to-bumper traffic

• City fuel efficiency: 11 - 12 km/l(60 km/l)

Points to note:

1. K15C behaves like a typical Maruti engine. No immediate power and you need to downshift. But linear acceleration is present and no issues hauling a full load.
2. Highway drive needs a 6th gear. On the 5th gear, it is at 2500 rpm and 95km per hour.
3. The above problems should be resolved with a 6-speed AT
4. 100+ speeds at 2500 rpm would be perfect. Increasing the speed to 100 - 110 km/hr drops the mileage to 16.8km (200 km range)
5. Stick shifts are smooth and precise. Clutch travel is not too long.
6. NVH is good. No noise inside the cabin even without any music playing.
7. Ride quality for passengers in 1st 2 rows is good but 3rd row is bumpy.
8. Body roll is negligent at speeds and barely noticeable on slower corners.

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