What type of gasoline should be used for the BMW X2?
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The manufacturer recommends using 95-octane gasoline. Below is relevant information about the BMW X2: Exterior: The domestically produced BMW X2 is equipped with the M Sport Package, which includes an M front bumper, 18 and 19-inch M alloy wheels with side badges, an M Sport multifunction leather steering wheel, M door sills, integrated M Sport seats, and exclusive M Sport Package high-gloss black side skirts and rear bumper. Powertrain: In terms of performance, the BMW X2 xDrive25i is powered by a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder gasoline engine that delivers a robust output of 141 kW/192 hp. Paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission, it can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 7.4 seconds.
As someone who has driven a BMW X2 for years, I've been using 98-octane gasoline all along. The car's engine is precisely designed with a high compression ratio. After switching to 98-octane fuel, the acceleration became noticeably smoother without any knocking sounds during hard acceleration. I've checked the manual which clearly recommends 95-octane or higher, but in practice, 98-octane delivers better performance with slightly lower fuel consumption. I once tried 95-octane recently and after just a few days, the power felt weaker with sluggish acceleration, which scared me into switching back immediately. I recommend all owners stick with 98-octane - though more expensive, it better protects engine components like pistons and fuel injectors, saves money in the long run, and reduces carbon buildup. Always buy from major gas stations to avoid substandard fuel from small stations damaging your system.
