Can the Patrol use 92 octane gasoline?
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The Patrol cannot use 92 octane gasoline. The Patrol should use 95 octane gasoline because it is a large SUV with a relatively large displacement. The smallest engine displacement is 4.0 liters, and there is also a 5.6-liter option available. Using higher-octane gasoline allows its engine to perform better. Gasolines with different octane ratings have different levels of octane; the higher the octane rating, the higher the octane level, which corresponds to different engines. The Patrol has a body length, width, and height of 5165mm, 1995mm, and 1955mm respectively, with a wheelbase of 3075mm. The Patrol is an off-road vehicle under the Nissan brand, equipped with two engines: a 4.0-liter naturally aspirated engine and a 5.6-liter naturally aspirated engine.
I've been driving a Patrol for several years, and I really don't think 92-octane fuel is suitable. Last time I was on a business trip to a remote area where only 92-octane was available. After filling up once, the engine started making rattling noises and had poor acceleration. The repair shop checked it and said high-compression engines require 95-octane or higher. They explained that 92-octane has lower octane rating which can cause knocking, and over time, it may damage the pistons and cylinders. The manual also clearly recommends 95-octane. Occasionally using 92 might not cause immediate issues, but frequent use should be avoided. My advice is to stick with higher-octane fuel for the long-term health of your car—otherwise, the repair costs could far exceed any savings on fuel. Safety first, after all.
