Should the 10th Generation Accord Use 92 or 95 Octane Gasoline?
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The 10th Generation Accord uses 92 octane gasoline. Gasoline is a volatile and flammable hydrocarbon mixture liquid derived from petroleum through distillation, cracking, or pyrolysis, and can be used as fuel. It is classified into 89, 90, 92, 93, and 95 octane ratings based on its octane level. Taking the 10th Generation Accord Elite Edition as an example, it features a front MacPherson independent suspension and a rear multi-link independent suspension. It is equipped with a 1.5T turbocharged engine, delivering a maximum horsepower of 194 PS, a maximum power of 143 kW, and a maximum torque of 260 Nm, paired with a continuously variable transmission (CVT).
As a long-time owner of the 10th-gen Accord, I've been using 92-octane fuel for nearly three years. When I bought the car, the 4S store salesperson mentioned Honda's mature engine tuning technology with a 10.8:1 compression ratio perfectly matching 92-octane. My daily 40km commute maintains stable fuel consumption at 7.3L/100km, and I've never needed throttle body cleaning. Once on the highway, I tried 95-octane which did offer slightly quicker response, but the extra 0.2 yuan/km cost wasn't cost-effective. The manual clearly recommends 92-octane or higher - no need to overspend on 95. The saved money is better spent on quality engine oil.
A few days ago, I helped a relative pick up a 10th-generation Accord 1.5T and specifically researched the fuel octane rating issue. Both 92 and 95 octane can be used, no doubt, but it depends on how you use the car. For city commuting, 92 octane is sufficient, as the engine's knock suppression is well-handled. If you frequently drive on highways or enjoy aggressive acceleration, 95 octane gasoline will make the turbo response more immediate, thanks to its better anti-knock properties. However, to be honest, the price difference is quite noticeable. At our local gas stations, 95 octane is 0.8 yuan more expensive per liter than 92 octane. Based on driving 15,000 kilometers a year, this would cost nearly 1,000 yuan more. Remember to check the fuel cap label before refueling to avoid being misled by gas stations.
