Can the Fit use 95 gasoline?
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The Fit can use 95 gasoline. The Fit is a hatchback launched by GAC Honda. Taking the 2021 Fit as an example, its body dimensions are: length 4109mm, width 1694mm, height 1537mm, wheelbase 2530mm, fuel tank capacity 40L, and the body structure is a 5-door 5-seat hatchback. The 2021 Fit is equipped with a 1.5L naturally aspirated engine, with a maximum power of 96kW and a maximum torque of 155Nm, paired with a CVT continuously variable transmission. The front suspension type is MacPherson independent suspension, and the rear suspension type is torsion beam non-independent suspension.
I remember specifically checking the Fit's manual when I bought the car, which clearly stated that 92-octane or higher gasoline can be used, so using 95 is completely fine. I usually fill up with 92, but I switch to 95 before long trips—I feel the throttle response is slightly better, and the engine sound is smoother. Actually, 95-octane has better anti-knock properties, making it more suitable for high-RPM driving, and occasionally using it can help clean the fuel system. However, from a cost perspective, 95-octane is a few cents more per liter, adding up to tens of yuan extra per tank, which isn’t very economical in the long run. So I think Fit owners don’t need to deliberately go for higher-octane fuel unless they frequently drive on highways or have some carbon buildup in the engine. One more thing—don’t mix different octane ratings when refueling. It’s safer to switch grades when the tank is nearly empty.
I've been driving a Fit for over three years, commuting 400 kilometers weekly, and have tried both 92 and 95 octane fuel. Practical tests show that 95 indeed makes the engine run smoother, especially when climbing hills with the AC on in summer—no more feeling of the engine roaring without moving. The principle is that 95's higher octane rating reduces the likelihood of knocking, which suits Honda's relatively high-revving engines. However, it's not cost-effective—currently, 95 is about 0.6-0.7 yuan more expensive per liter than 92. My 1.5L version costs an extra 4 yuan per 100 kilometers, adding up to over a thousand yuan more in fuel costs annually. For daily commuting, 92 is sufficient, but for mountain roads or long-distance trips, filling up with 95 offers more peace of mind. The fuel cap clearly states '92 recommended, 95 acceptable'!
