What type of gasoline does the Mondeo use?
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The Mondeo uses 92-octane gasoline. 92-octane gasoline has an octane rating of 92 and contains 8% n-heptane, making it suitable for vehicles with relatively low compression ratios. The Mondeo is manufactured by Changan Ford, classified as a mid-size car, equipped with a 1.5T L4 engine featuring turbocharged intake, delivering a maximum horsepower of 182 PS and a maximum torque of 243 Nm. The dimensions of this vehicle are 4873mm in length, 1852mm in width, and 1470mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2850mm. It is a 4-door, 5-seat sedan with a 6-speed automatic transmission. The front suspension type is MacPherson strut independent suspension, and the rear suspension type is multi-link independent suspension.
My Mondeo is the 2.0T turbocharged model, and the official manual clearly requires 95-octane gasoline. Once I refueled with 92-octane at a remote gas station, and the engine noticeably produced knocking sounds, like banging on an iron barrel. Turbocharged cars have higher compression ratios, and lower-octane fuel with insufficient anti-knock properties can easily damage the engine. Now I always double-check the fuel nozzle to confirm it's 95-octane before refueling. I recommend not skimping on lower-octane fuel to save money. By the way, a reminder: the manufacturer allows the 1.5T version to use 92-octane. Check your engine model—there's usually a label with instructions on the inside of the fuel tank cap.
Experience with driving a Mondeo Hybrid for three years: Using 92-octane gasoline is completely sufficient, as the hybrid system's engine has a lighter load and lower fuel requirements. I've done the math—based on driving 1,500 kilometers per month, using 95-octane would cost nearly 200 yuan more per month in fuel expenses, which adds up painfully over time. However, note that the hybrid engine can be noisier during cold starts, and 95-octane makes it quieter. A key refueling tip is to choose reputable gas stations, as fuel quality matters more than the octane rating. I once encountered a situation where low-quality fuel from a small station triggered the engine fault warning light.