Does mixing 92 and 95 octane gasoline affect the car?

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DelJeremiah
07/30/25 12:01am
If you have been using 92 octane gasoline and want to temporarily switch to 95 octane, there will be no adverse effects. However, it is not recommended to mix these two types of gasoline for extended periods, as long-term mixing of different octane ratings can impact the lifespan of the car's ignition system, fuel injectors, and spark plugs. While it is possible to mix lower octane gasoline with higher octane gasoline, the reverse (mixing higher octane with lower octane) is not advisable. Except in emergencies, avoid mixing gasoline as it may lead to insufficient vehicle power. If mixing is necessary, you can add fuel additives for cleaning afterward. Gasoline is a volatile, flammable hydrocarbon mixture liquid derived from petroleum through fractional distillation, cracking, or pyrolysis, used as fuel and appearing as a transparent liquid.
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