UAZ Loaf in detail about fuel consumption
Content
Fuel consumption UAZ "Buhanka"
The Soviet SUV has repeatedly made motorists think about the fuel consumption of the UAZ Loaf 409 per 100 km. The famous UAZ "Loaf" saw the world in 1965 at an automobile plant in the city of Ulyanovsk, Russia. Then its serial production began, and its assembly has not been stopped so far. In Soviet times, this SUV was one of the most common and today it is the oldest Russian car in terms of the total number of years of production. UAZ is a cargo-passenger version with two axles and four-wheel drive.
The car was originally designed for easy driving on difficult roads, adapted to our operating conditions, and is one of the most affordable options for buyers. This name of the UAZ car was due to its similarity to a loaf of bread.
To date, the UAZ is produced in two versions.:
- bodywork;
- onboard execution.
| Engine | Consumption (track) | Consumption (city) | Consumption (mixed cycle) |
| 2.5 | Xnumx l / xnumx km | Xnumx l / xnumx km | Xnumx l / xnumx km |
It has almost a ton of carrying capacity, can be equipped with multiple rows of seats or a roomy body. The UAZ minibus with a length of about 4,9 m has two single-leaf doors on the sides of the body, one double-leaf at the rear, and the number of passenger seats from 4 to 9. According to the data sheet, the car can accelerate to 100 km / h and has a maximum speed of 135 km / h.
Statistics
The ZMZ 409 car can be equipped with both an injector and a carburetor. On can reach speeds up to 135 km per hour. Its power is provided by more than one power plant. Their characteristics:
- ZMZ-402 2,5 liters with 72 horsepower.
- ZMZ-409 at 2,7 liters and 112 horsepower.
The manufacturer indicates his fuel consumption rates for UAZ Loaf 409 with an injection engine. A significant deviation in fuel consumption from the norm upwards requires immediate contact with service station specialists.
In fact, the average gas mileage on the highway is 13,2 liters, in the city - 15,5, and mixed - 14,4 liters. In winter, accordingly, these indicators increase.
How to reduce fuel consumption
What affects the excessive consumption of fuel
As in other cars of this series, the fuel consumption of the UAZ Bukhanka is quite high and drivers often wonder how to reduce it. Let's look at what affects the consumption of UAZ Loaf gasoline. Initially, it is acceptable, since the front axle, by default, is turned off in it. If you turn it on, the fuel consumption will increase accordingly. In addition, consumption will increase if:
- include an overdrive;
- the pressure in the wheels is below standard;
- there are breakdowns in the fuel system (incorrect firmware of the injector, malfunctioning of the carburetor);
- the air filter is clogged, the candles are worn out, and a late ignition occurs.
Other causes of high fuel consumption
If the UAZ car shows an excess of consumption fuel more than the declared 13, there may be the following reasons:
- vehicle operation (driving behavior);
- deterioration of parts.
What can I do by myself
With the problem of high gasoline consumption, it is recommended to contact a specialist at a service station. Noh, also, you can independently improve (reduce) the indicators. Just follow these tips:
- Monitor the tire pressure of the UAZ. Remember that the pressure in the rear wheels should be slightly higher than in the front.
- Try to calibrate the on-board computer.
- Pick up gasoline. Don't forget that the price is equal to the quality. The low cost of an unknown brand does not provide high quality fuel, choose trusted companies.
- Check spare parts regularly. Timely replacement of the oxygen sensor and air filter reduces fuel consumption by 15%.
- Make optimal use of an air conditioner, stove, etc.
The technical feature of the UAZ vehicle is that it is equipped with 2 tanks. During driving in the first kilometers, you can notice how the fuel level drops sharply, and over time it rises sharply. Why? The system transfers gasoline from the main tank to the additional one. There is only one advice here - fill the entire fuel volume of the UAZ tank as much as possible.
By putting all of these tips into action, drivers are dramatically improving the performance of their vehicle.
Minibus modernization
In accordance with its intended purpose, initially the UAZ Loaf car had four-wheel drive with a 2-speed transfer case, a ground clearance of 220 mm and a ZMZ-402 gasoline engine (it was a modernized model of the GAZ-21 engine). But, after a while, the UAZ minibus was partially improved.
In 1997, the UAZ Loaf was modernized, a 409-liter ZMZ-2,7 injection engine was installed. This model is more powerful. Like its predecessor, this motor is aggregated with a 4-speed manual gearbox. Fuel consumption for a UAZ Loaf with a carburetor engine will be different. If there is a carburetor, fuel consumption per 100 km is slightly higher.
In 2011, there was another modernization of the car, it was added:
- Power steering.
- A new power plant, which has been brought up to Euro-4.
- Engine according to the new standard.
- New type of seat belts.
- Crash-proof steering wheel.
Euro-4
This is a unified environmental standard that regulates the content of harmful substances in the exhaust. Feature: fuel consumption for UAZ Buhanka 409 is reduced by 100 km with the help of installed special catalytic converters.
ABS
This is a sensor system that monitors the speed of rotation of the wheels and, accordingly, the car itself.
So, the Loaf is still used for transporting passengers and goods in areas with difficult terrain, being an all-wheel drive minibus and having excellent cross-country ability.
Engine parameters
When the engine is idling, you can find out what the real consumption of gasoline on the UAZ 409 is. This will help to localize the cause of the excessive consumption of fuel fluid. The parameters will be calculated by the on-board computer or by a scanner test. Each class has its own parameters for calculating fuel consumption.
Another important point. Please note that in a warm ZMZ 409 engine, the correct values do not exceed the fuel consumption of 1,5 liters per hour. In case of an increased consumption rate of more than 1,5 l / h, contact a specialist. The problem lies in the malfunctions of the fuel injection system, engine management system.
