Can a Car That Uses 92 Octane Fuel Use 95 Octane?

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PaulRose
07/29/25 12:38pm
Generally speaking, occasionally using 95 octane fuel once or twice in a car that is labeled for 92 octane fuel does not have a significant impact. However, this practice is not recommended, especially for long-term use. Prolonged mixing of different octane fuels can affect the car's ignition system. 92 octane gasoline refers to fuel with an octane rating of 92, which is suitable for mid-range vehicles. 95 octane gasoline consists of 95% isooctane and 3% n-heptane. The octane ratings of gasoline—90, 93, and 97 for unleaded fuel—indicate that they contain 90%, 93%, and 97% isooctane, respectively, which have strong anti-knock properties. This means they contain 10%, 7%, and 3% n-heptane, respectively, which have lower anti-knock capabilities. The octane rating serves as an indicator of a gasoline engine's resistance to knocking.
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