Can the BMW 5 Series use 98 octane gasoline?

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EzraRose
07/30/25 2:28am
BMW 5 Series can use 98 octane gasoline. Introduction to gasoline: Gasoline is a volatile and flammable hydrocarbon mixture liquid obtained from petroleum through distillation and cracking, which can be used as fuel. Precautions for using gasoline: Gasoline is somewhat toxic, so it should not be sucked by mouth, and it's best to avoid inhaling its fumes. Pay attention to the quality changes of gasoline during long-term storage, especially to prevent it from aging. When driving in high-temperature areas during summer, vapor lock may occur in the car. It is necessary to enhance the cooling and ventilation of the engine, and if necessary, insulation or water dripping measures can be applied to the fuel pump and fuel inlet pipe to reduce temperature.
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