What type of fuel does the Audi A8 require?
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Audi A8 requires fuel with an octane rating of 95 or higher. Precautions for refueling: 1. Choose to refuel when the temperature is relatively low; 2. If the car is not used for a long time or used infrequently, keep a small amount of fuel; 3. Do not refuel when a tanker truck is unloading fuel; 4. Turn off the engine when refueling a gasoline car. Taking the 2021 Audi A8 as an example, it is a large car with body dimensions of: length 5302mm, width 1945mm, height 1483mm, and a wheelbase of 3128mm. The 2021 Audi A8 is equipped with a 3.0T turbocharged engine, with a maximum horsepower of 286PS, maximum torque of 400Nm, maximum power of 210kW, and is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission.
As a premium luxury sedan, the Audi A8's official manual recommends using gasoline with an octane rating of 95 or higher. However, with over a decade of driving experience, I've found this isn't set in stone. For daily city commuting, 95-octane fuel is perfectly adequate, offering guaranteed quality and stability. But when driving on highways or long trips, I occasionally opt for 98-octane fuel, as higher-octane gasoline provides better anti-knock properties and superior engine protection. Though more expensive, it does deliver smoother performance. One crucial reminder: never compromise by using 92-octane fuel. Long-term use of low-octane gasoline can cause engine knocking, and the repair costs will far exceed any savings on fuel. Always choose reputable gas stations to avoid poor-quality fuel that could damage your engine.
