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30/12/2019 News

AdBlue® calculator: work out how much your vehicle needs

Understand how much AdBlue® your vehicle or fleet requires with our handy guide. By understanding your consumption rates, you can better plan your AdBlue® purchases and potentially save yourself or your business money. 

Commercial vehicle AdBlue® consumption 

AdBlue® use in commercial vehicles depends on the tonnage of vehicle, with use rates ranging from 3 to 6% of diesel consumption. 

 

 

Litres of diesel used per week 

Light commercial vehicles (under 18 tonnes) 

Medium commercial vehicles 

Heavy duty commercial vehicles (over 35 tonnes) 

 

1000 

30 

50 

60 

Litres of AdBlue® used per week 

2500 

75 

125 

150 

5000 

150 

250 

300 

7500 

225 

375 

450 

10000 

300 

500 

600 

15000 

450 

750 

900 

Car AdBlue® consumption 

Wondering how much AdBlue® your car needs? Most Car AdBlue® Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) systems and tanks are designed to last between service intervals, so it’s unlikely you’ll need to top it up yourself.  

Nevertheless, if you do begin to run out – as shown by an amber warning light on your dashboard – and you want to refill yourself, learn how to check, refill and remove AdBlue® in our handy guide. 

Machinery AdBlue® consumption  

AdBlue® consumption in diesel-powered machinery and off-road vehicles is dependent on a wide range of factors, including engine size, usage and operating conditions. For more information on how much AdBlue® your machinery is likely to use, contact the manufacturer or consult your owner’s manual. 

Bus and coach AdBlue® consumption  

Bus consumption of AdBlue® usually equates to around 5% of diesel consumption, although the amount used will be dependent on the mileage of the vehicle: generally, city buses will use 20 to 30 litres each month, compared to 40 litres per month for buses operating over longer, cross-country routes. 

 

Learn how to solve problems with AdBlue® or view our ultimate guide. Get in touch with our experts for more information.