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Approximately 10–20%, as guidance.
DGT gives an indicative range of 10–20%. It is not a fixed percentage or a physical maximum for every vehicle: it depends on the system, temperature and operating conditions. Use climate control sensibly to maintain attention, visibility and comfort; do not sacrifice demisting or avoiding excessive heat to save fuel. In an electric car it affects energy use and range rather than fuel consumption.
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Always exactly 40%, in every vehicle.
Always exactly 2%, in every condition.
Approximately 10–20%, as guidance.
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Como orientación de la DGT para un coche de combustión, ¿qué aumento aproximado de consumo puede suponer llevar el aire acondicionado conectado sin necesidad?
- Aproximadamente entre un 10 y un 20 %, como orientación.(Correct answer)
- Siempre exactamente un 2 %, en cualquier condición.
- Siempre exactamente un 40 %, en cualquier vehículo.
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