Matrix-Fuel Consumption

[Matrixian]

Hi Service_Advisor,

 

Ha, Ha! Very funny. Then my car will fly.Naughty Boy.

[Kiatmobile]

Hi,

 

Went to TLW over the weekend and was encourage to fixed CAI(Cold Air-Intake). According to her, this will save fuel consumption and is a MUST for Matrix.

 

But, i've fixed the PowerJet just two months ago and now the fuel still in-consistance. So, did not fixed the CAI though her encouragement did not really move me.

 

I've shown the shop owner on her recommendation of PowerJet and that she's now having on trial too. Its as good as trial and error.

 

So, have to monitor further now again.

 

Frankly speaking, to me, all modification are not realise at all.

 

Its all the mind set and once its phyco, you go for it.

 

That's haow i feel. So, weather it save fuel on the modification and items, its all up in your mind.

[Service_advisor]

Don't waste money...accept the fact that it consumes large amount of petrol.

 

Regrads

Service Advisor

[Staromega]

Would like to add-on; for the high Fuel consumption of matrix, in my opinion it is still worth it and the following will illustrate,

 

1. if my current fuel expenditure is approx. 120 per month for a car with a mileage efficient of 13km per litre.

 

2. Assume that fuel go up 50% after switching to Matrix, that translate to additional of S$60 per month or S$720 per year or S$3,600 for 5 years (basis of 5 years becos most will sell around that time).

 

3. If compare Toyota Corrolla car price (1.5 XLI ?) with Matrix, there is a price gap of approx. S$10,000, then the lost in higher Fuel consumption (S$3,600) of Matrix can be easily off-set from the car price, isn't it.

 

4. Of course both vehicle is not the same built, but just want to make clear the conception that high fuel consumption is the only consideration for "value for money".

May the forces be with you

[David325]

that's quite true for a person that drive very little lah :) .. but if u drive at least 2000km-3000km/mth..then a jap car no matter wat wins hands down ;)

[Staromega]

Hi All,

 

I will be getting a new car soon ... might join the family soon.

 

Till then

 

Confirm getting my car end of this month, cannot wait to get my hands on it... so much thing need to do e.g transfer parking, packing etc and lots of mod to do.

[Firefly]

Hi Shumbo,

 

I am new to this forum and will be getting my matrix soon. Can see that you love your car. I'm interested to understand why grounding helps save fuel, and where to get it done (don't want to DIY). Also, what is CAI?

 

Thks,

Firefly

 

 

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My current mod list

1. KNN filter

2. Grounding

3. CAI

4. ACE SPeed cables + denso iridium spark plugs

5. Broquet B30

6. Strut bars ( for better handling)

 

My last mod was CAI and it was 6 months back. Since then i haven't done any mod, 'cos i m already well satisfied with the results and enjoying my ride every day .

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[E36UDM]

Welcome to MCF

 

Do enjoy your stay here and join us for meetups every friday at Bishan

[Guyver]

Recently bought an 8 month old Matrix (black)1.6A. Like the car so far. But there are people who are against Korean car. Dunno why..

 

Quite worried as ppl said this car is a fuel drinker. Heard about Magfuel and like to know if any of you guys out there are using it. Or is there any good ones that is legal & do not void the warranty. Are there ways to save fuel..

 

Just topped up S$30/- of fuel on Sunday evening and now it's already 1/4 to empty and can only last me for 3 days.Usage 80% expressway. Pls help....

 

Don't worry.... it's like some pple still don't like Starhub mobile.... so if u've got the car.... just enjoy it.

 

As for the fuel part.... sorry can't help.... heard like 8 out of 10 pple complaining that their Hyundai car is a fuel drinker.... one of them even add various "fuel saving" stuffs... but end up worst!....

 

My rule is.... don't waste those $$...just my 2 cents...