Can I switch from 95 octane gasoline to 92 octane gasoline?
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It is not recommended to switch from 95 octane gasoline to 92 octane gasoline. Suddenly switching to 92 octane gasoline may affect the vehicle's power output and increase the risk of engine malfunctions. If the engine is equipped with a turbocharger, it is essential to use gasoline with an octane rating of 95 or higher. Naturally aspirated engines can use gasoline with an octane rating of 92 or above. The octane number of gasoline represents its octane rating. For example, 92 octane gasoline consists of approximately 92% isooctane and 8% n-heptane. Since isooctane has better anti-knock properties while n-heptane has poorer anti-knock properties, a higher octane number indicates a higher octane rating, meaning the gasoline has better anti-knock performance.