Skoda Roomster Owner's Manual page 108

Fuel consumption is also be influenced by external factors which are beyond the
driver's control. Consumption increases during the winter or under difficult condi-
tions, on poor roads, etc.
Fuel consumption can vary considerably from the manufacturer's data, as a result
of outside temperatures, the weather and driving style.
The optimal engine speed should be maintained when accelerating, to avoid a
high fuel consumption and resonance of the vehicle.
CAUTION
All the speed and engine revolution figures apply only when the engine is at its
normal operating temperature.
Looking ahead
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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 104.
A vehicle's highest fuel consumption occurs when accelerating, therefore unnec-
essary accelerating and braking should be avoided. If looking ahead when driving,
less braking and consequently less accelerating are required.
If possible, let your vehicle coast to a stop, or use the engine brake, if you can see
that the next set of traffic lights is on red, for example.
Economical gear changing.
Fig. 95
Principle sketch: Fuel consump-
tion in litres/100 km depending
on the selected gear
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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 104.
Shifting up early saves on fuel.
Manual gearbox
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Drive no more than about one length of your vehicle in first gear.
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Shift up into the next gear at approximately 2000 rpm.
An effective way of achieving good fuel economy is to shift up early. Observe the
recommended gear » page 13, Recommended gear.
A suitably selected gear can have an effect on fuel consumption
Automatic gearbox
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Slowly apply the accelerator pedal. However, do not depress it as far as the
kickdown position » page 102.
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An economic driving programme is automatically selected if the accelerator ped-
al is only depressed slowly.
Avoiding full throttle
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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 104.
Driving more slowly saves fuel.
Sensitive use of the accelerator will not only significantly reduce fuel consump-
tion but also positively influence environmental pollution and wear of your vehi-
cle.
The maximum speed of your vehicle should, as far possible, never be used. Fuel
consumption, pollutant emissions and vehicle noises increase disproportionally at
high speeds.
» Fig. 95.
Fig. 96
Principle sketch: Fuel consump-
tion in litres/100 km. and speed
in km/h.
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Starting-off and Driving
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