What grade of gasoline does the Sagitar 1.4T use?
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The Sagitar 1.4T uses 95-octane gasoline. More details about the Sagitar are as follows: 1. The Sagitar is a joint venture A+ class sedan brand under FAW-Volkswagen. It was introduced to the Chinese market on April 9, 2006, with its predecessor being the fifth-generation Volkswagen Jetta sedan from Germany, positioned as a "German high-performance sedan." In November 2020, the 2021 Sagitar was officially launched. This model is an annual facelift, with the entire lineup adding features such as car networking and an 8.0-inch color LCD instrument panel. 2. The exterior dimensions are 4544×1760×1461 mm, with a wheelbase of 2578 mm. Compared to the Bora, the Sagitar is 168 mm longer, 25 mm wider, 15 mm taller, and has a 65 mm longer wheelbase.
I just bought a Sagitar 1.4T, and the salesperson specifically reminded me to use 95-octane gasoline, saying this turbocharged engine is prone to knocking issues with lower-grade fuel. Driving in the city is usually fine, but when cruising on highways or accelerating hard, using 92-octane fuel makes the engine sound noticeably rougher and increases fuel consumption. Once, I tried saving money by filling up with 92-octane, but the power felt sluggish—switching back to 95-octane immediately improved performance. Long-term use of low-octane fuel may lead to increased carbon buildup or damage to the ignition system, raising maintenance costs. The manual clearly recommends 95-octane or higher, so I advise against risking engine health to save a few bucks. Always refuel at reputable gas stations with high-grade fuel. During routine maintenance, checking the fuel system’s cleanliness can also help extend engine life.
