Should the Honda Lingpai use 92 or 95 octane gasoline?

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LeBryce
07/24/25 4:32am
Honda Lingpai uses 92 octane gasoline. The Honda Lingpai is equipped with a 1.8L naturally aspirated engine, which is suitable for 92 octane gasoline. Power: The Honda Lingpai comes standard with a 1.8T three-cylinder engine and is paired with a CVT transmission. This combination is characterized by excellent fuel economy, high driving smoothness, moderate power levels, and convenience for family use. Exterior: The Honda Lingpai has a body length, width, and height of 4650mm, 1750mm, and 1505mm respectively, with a wheelbase of 2650mm. In terms of power, the Honda Lingpai is equipped with a 1.8L iVTEC naturally aspirated four-cylinder engine, which can output a maximum horsepower of 137 at 6500 rpm.
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VanKyle
08/11/25 12:09am
My Honda Lingpai has been running smoothly for several years, always fueled with 92-octane gasoline. Honda's engines have a relatively low compression ratio, and 92-octane is sufficient to prevent knocking without any issues. Using 95-octane is significantly more expensive, costing several cents more per liter, which adds up to substantial savings over time. I've tried 95-octane before and noticed no significant changes in fuel consumption or acceleration performance—it's just not worth the extra cost. The manual clearly recommends 92-octane, so why waste money? I suggest choosing large, reputable gas stations to avoid low-quality fuel that could harm the engine, and regular spark plug maintenance is also crucial. With experience, you'll realize that keeping it simple and cost-effective is the way to go.
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