Is it necessary to use 98 octane gasoline for the Tayron?
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The Tayron does not require 98 octane gasoline. Here are the reasons why 98 octane is unnecessary for the Tayron: 1. Gasoline price: Although manufacturers may suggest or require it, for consumers, this can be a 'disaster.' Firstly, there is a significant price difference between 98 octane and 95 octane gasoline. Based on the fuel prices in Beijing on May 24th, 95 octane gasoline costs 7.19 yuan per liter, while 98 octane gasoline is priced at 8.17 yuan per liter, with a difference of nearly 1 yuan. 2. High consumption is not cost-effective: The official fuel consumption per 100 kilometers (as per the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology) for the 2021 Tayron is exactly the same as the 2020 model. This means that under the same fuel consumption conditions, owners would have to pay nearly 1 yuan more for every liter of gasoline they fill.
As a Tayron owner, I've driven over 30,000 kilometers using 95-octane gasoline and feel there's absolutely no need to switch to 98. The 98-octane is significantly more expensive, costing at least several cents more per liter, which adds up to dozens of yuan per tank. Over time, these savings could cover a maintenance service. The Tayron's engine manual clearly states that 95-octane is recommended, while higher-octane 98 only offers advantages in extreme driving conditions like racing—but for daily commutes and smooth overtaking, there's no noticeable change in fuel efficiency. I've even tried 98-octane a few times and noticed a slight improvement in throttle response, but the overall power difference was negligible. It's better to save that money for tires or insurance. Remember, the engine is designed to run optimally on 95-octane—upgrading fuel only adds unnecessary cost. Regular fuel system checks are far more practical.
