Should the Prado use 92 or 95 octane gasoline?
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The manufacturer recommends using 95 octane gasoline. The Prado model is equipped with a 3.5-liter naturally aspirated six-cylinder engine, delivering a maximum horsepower of 280, a maximum power output of 206 kW, and a maximum torque of 365 Nm. The engine utilizes a hybrid injection fuel supply system and is paired with a six-speed automatic transmission. Below are relevant details: Features: The Prado is the latest model in Toyota's Land Cruiser series, offering excellent power performance and meeting Euro III emission standards. The advanced engine provides robust power and torque output, combined with a highly durable frame and reinforced suspension system, ensuring comfortable and smooth journeys even on the most rugged terrains. Safety: Perhaps to avoid competition with the Land Cruiser, the domestic version of the Prado has seen some reductions in technological features, such as the absence of cruise control, hill start assist, dynamic stability system, auto-leveling rear suspension, and the highly useful A-TRC active traction control system, all of which are standard in the imported version. Nevertheless, in terms of active driving safety, the full-time four-wheel-drive system still has a positive impact on the Prado.
I've been driving my Prado for four or five years, always using 92-octane fuel for city driving. It's cost-effective and hassle-free. The car has ample power, normal fuel consumption, and each full tank costs a bit over 300 yuan, covering about 600 kilometers. The manual recommends 92 or 95 octane, but I don't see the need to spend extra on 95-octane fuel—the engine's compression ratio is designed for 92-octane. Unless you frequently drive on highways or climb steep hills, where 95-octane might feel more stable, it's unnecessary for daily driving. Just stick to Sinopec or major gas stations and avoid low-quality fuel from small stations. Regular maintenance, like oil changes and carbon cleaning, has a bigger impact on the car's lifespan. Overall, 92-octane is both economical and suitable—don't be fooled into buying the more expensive option.
