Should the Accord 1.5T use 92 or 95 octane fuel?
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Honda Accord recommends 92 octane gasoline with a fuel tank capacity of 60 liters. Here is relevant information: Accord: The Accord (Accord), a practitioner of Honda's innovative spirit and global leading technology, has a 38-year global history. The original tires equipped on the Accord are Michelin ultra-high-performance Pilot-Super-Sport tires. On April 16, 2018, the all-new generation Honda Accord, also known as the tenth-generation Honda Accord, was officially launched in China. Model: The Accord (Accord), as an embodiment of Honda's "innovation" spirit and global leading technology, continues to create new value and has won the trust of 19 million users worldwide. In 1999, the sixth-generation Accord entered China, marking the first time the world's latest and most advanced model was simultaneously introduced to the Chinese automotive market.
I've been driving an Accord 1.5T, which uses a turbocharged engine with a relatively high compression ratio, making octane rating crucial when refueling. It's recommended to use 95-octane gasoline because higher octane reduces the risk of knocking, ensuring smoother engine operation and quicker acceleration response. Occasionally using 92-octane is acceptable, but especially during summer or high-load driving, 95-octane better protects engine longevity. Long-term use of lower-octane fuel may lead to more carbon deposits, affecting fuel efficiency. I've personally compared both; 95-octane is noticeably more stable at high speeds and quieter. From an economic perspective, the price difference is minimal—spending a few dozen extra bucks each month for peace of mind is worth it. Prioritizing engine health, 95-octane is the way to go, and the manual also recommends higher-grade fuel.