What are the differences between 95via gasoline and 95# gasoline?
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The 'via' label added after gasoline actually refers to the China VI-A (Phase 1) fuel standard. 95via gasoline is a 95-octane fuel that complies with the China VI-A standard. Starting from January 1, 2019, China has fully supplied gasoline (including E10 ethanol gasoline) and diesel (including B5 biodiesel) that meet the mandatory national standard of the sixth stage (VIA for gasoline and VI for diesel), while discontinuing the domestic sales of gasoline (including E10 ethanol gasoline) below the China VIA standard and diesel (including B5 biodiesel) below the China VI standard. Below is an extended introduction: Advantages of via gasoline: Due to the further reduction of harmful components, it significantly benefits both engine performance (reducing carbon deposits) and exhaust emissions. Compared to China V fuel, via gasoline can greatly reduce vehicle maintenance and repair costs. In summary, the introduction of Document No. 16 not only strengthens fuel quality management and control but also effectively extends the service life of engines.
Yesterday while refueling, I also pondered the difference between 95via and 95-octane gasoline. Essentially, they both represent the octane rating indicating anti-knock performance, but 95via usually refers to a version with more detergent additives. After using 95via for several months, I clearly noticed reduced engine vibration during acceleration, especially for older cars with severe carbon buildup. Long-term use helps keep fuel injectors clean. However, it's slightly more expensive, costing about 0.5 yuan more per liter. The gas station attendant mentioned the special additives in this fuel can reduce particulate emissions. For me, the cost-effectiveness lies in reducing the frequency of throttle body cleaning, which saves maintenance costs in the long run. If you frequently drive on highways or own a turbocharged vehicle, this type of detergent gasoline is definitely worth considering.
Those who have driven for several years know that higher gasoline grades offer better anti-knock performance, but the biggest difference between 95via and regular 95 lies in the formulation. The former contains imported cleaning agents, and after testing a full tank, I found the power response is crisper, especially when climbing hills where it's less prone to knocking. Although the octane ratings are nominally the same, the actual performance difference is notable. Another key aspect is cold-start performance; 95via ignites more smoothly in low winter temperatures. However, these benefits become apparent only with consistent use—occasional refills won't make a noticeable difference. If there's old fuel residue in your tank, it's advisable to run it nearly empty before adding the new fuel for optimal results.