Is Your 4×4 Pickup Truck Really Fuel Efficient?

4x4 pickup truck owners shouldn't have to guess where their fuel money goes, and as a manufacturer we built New RICH to answer that question with proof, not promises. Fuel is often your biggest lifetime cost after the purchase price. If you run remote sites, tow, or face harsh weather, every extra liter hurts productivity. Below, we explain the pain points we hear from fleets and private owners, and how our gasoline and diesel options attack real-world inefficiency without sacrificing power or safety.

Why 4x4 Pickup Truck Owners Overpay for Fuel

A 4x4 pickup truck works hard - often at low speeds, on grades, and in heat or cold that punishes engines. In these conditions, small inefficiencies become big bills. Stop-and-go driving, soft surfaces, and frequent payload changes make engines hunt for torque. Drivers then overcompensate with throttle, which compounds consumption. Another quiet cost is stability: when traction control is inconsistent, wheels slip and waste energy.

From the factory side, we address these issues at the platform level. New RICH sits on a reliable, mature base that has undergone more than 450,000 kilometers of severe working-condition testing. That endurance program is about fuel as much as durability. It helps the powertrain settle into real-world duty cycles where efficiency matters most - low-speed climbing, frequent restarts, and long highway legs. Standard ESC electronic stability keeps the vehicle composed on special road conditions and in poor environments, so tires convert power into forward motion instead of heat and slip. The result is steadier throttle, fewer corrections, and less wasted fuel. Safety features like rear wheel disc brakes and dual airbags also support confident, predictable driving, which reduces inefficient spikes in acceleration and braking.

•  Stress Points We Designed Around

✅Low-speed climbing for multiple shipments where many trucks burn excess fuel

✅Linear acceleration for “running fast” without oversized throttle inputs

✅High-speed cornering and slippery roads (ice, snow, rain) where stability cuts wheelspin

✅Harsh-environment duty cycles: temperature −30° to 45°, altitude up to 4,500 m

How New RICH Engines Save Fuel on Your 4x4 Pickup Truck

We offer two proven engines so you can match fuel type to job site and operating style while meeting 国六b / Euro VI B emissions. Both are engineered for high reliability and stable, efficient output under load.

✅  Diesel: YUCHAI YCY24165-61 (2.361 L, turbocharged)

Our diesel option focuses on strong torque delivery with high reliability. It has been widely carried and tested across various models, then validated again on the New RICH platform. In benchmark comparisons, Yuchai Y24 versus Wingle 5 4D20M shows power increased by 17% and torque increased by 9%. More usable power means less time at inefficient throttle positions when towing or climbing. Fuel consumption per 100 km is reduced by 0.5 L in 2WD and 0.3 L in 4WD, so you gain capability and spend less at the pump - especially valuable for fleets that log long distances on mixed terrain. If you manage routes that demand steady torque at altitude or in extreme temperatures, this diesel is built for that - tested for environmental adaptability at −30°, 45°, and 4,500 m.

✅  Gasoline: 2TZD (2.438 L, naturally aspirated)

Our gasoline option leverages  joint-venture technology. It is mature, stable, and competitive among same-class engines for power with economical fuel consumption. If your duty cycle includes daily commuting plus weekend loads, or you operate in markets where gasoline logistics are simpler than diesel, 2TZD offers smooth response and predictable efficiency. The naturally aspirated layout excels in consistent throttle feel and simple maintenance - ideal for owners who prioritize long-term stability with fewer variables.

•  Stability and safety that also save fuel

ESC comes standard across the series to keep the chassis composed in special road conditions. ESP-type controls support safe driving on high-speed cornering, ice, snow, and slippery roads. Rear wheel disc brakes add confidence in mountainous and rainy areas. When the truck stays planted and predictable, drivers modulate inputs more smoothly, which reduces unnecessary fuel burn. That's efficiency through control, not just through the engine.

Your Next Step

Fuel economy is not only about lab cycles; it is about how your 4x4 pickup truck behaves on your route, with your load, in your weather. We encourage a simple, real-world test:

✅Choose the New RICH diesel or gasoline configuration that matches your route profile

✅Run your typical load on a familiar loop with mixed surfaces

✅Track liters per 100 km alongside average speed and elevation changes

✅Note stability on climbs, braking confidence in rain, and throttle smoothness over the day

If your goal is the best fuel saving 4x4 pickup truck for tough sites, consider the diesel YUCHAI YCY24165-61 for its torque and validated reductions in consumption (−0.5 L/100 km in 2WD, −0.3 L/100 km in 4WD). If your routes resemble urban-to-suburban commuting with periodic payloads, the gasoline 2TZD delivers mature, stable performance with economical fuel use. Both engines meet Euro VI B and have passed severe condition verification, including −30° cold, 45° heat, and 4,500 m altitude. That means efficiency you can repeat, not just read about - ideal for the long-tail keyword focus many fleets track: diesel 4x4 pickup truck fuel economy.

Call to Action: Ready to see the numbers on your roads? Book a New RICH 4x4 pickup truck demo - diesel or gasoline - and request a quote. Our team will help you match engine, drivetrain (2WD or 4WD), and safety features like ESC to your workload. Cut costs, keep power, and stop overpaying for fuel with a platform proven over 450,000 km of severe testing.