What Octane Gasoline Should a Volkswagen Bora Use?

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VonLucy
08/29/25 7:56am
Volkswagen Bora with a naturally aspirated engine should use 92 octane gasoline; models with a turbocharged engine should use 95 octane gasoline. 92 octane gasoline has an octane rating of 92 and a heptane rating of 8, making it suitable for mid-range vehicles. 95 octane gasoline consists of 95% isooctane and 3% heptane, and is recommended for engines with high compression ratios. The Volkswagen Bora is classified as a compact car, equipped with a 1.5L L4 engine featuring natural aspiration, delivering a maximum horsepower of 113ps and a maximum torque of 145Nm. The dimensions of the Volkswagen Bora are 4663mm in length, 1815mm in width, and 1462mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2688mm. It is a 4-door, 5-seater sedan with a 5-speed manual transmission.
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Howard
09/11/25 5:25am
I've been driving my Volkswagen Bora for over three years. The manual recommends using 95-octane gasoline, and I've consistently followed this advice, feeling that the engine runs exceptionally smoothly. The higher octane rating of 95 helps prevent knocking and avoids the issue of the car shaking during acceleration. While 92-octane gasoline is cheaper, I tried it once and noticed significantly higher fuel consumption, less power, and potential long-term engine damage. Volkswagen engines are precisely designed, and using the right fuel helps maintain stable fuel consumption, averaging around 6.5 liters per 100 kilometers. Economically speaking, 95-octane is more expensive than 92-octane, but the extra cost of a few dozen yuan per fill-up is worth it for better performance and engine protection. Regular maintenance of the fuel system is essential, and avoid arbitrarily changing fuel grades to prevent higher repair costs down the line.
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