What type of gasoline should the Shadow Leopard use?
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Shadow Leopard uses 92-octane gasoline, and 95-octane gasoline can be used during the initial break-in period. Appearance Introduction: In terms of appearance, the GAC Trumpchi Shadow Leopard adopts the "Light Sculpture Surface" design language, offering two exterior styles: sport and luxury. The body dimensions are 4700mm*1850mm*1432mm. Specifically, the sport version features a large hexagonal front grille with a vertical waterfall-style design. Inside the grille, there are two blue polygonal decorative pieces resembling fighter jet air intakes, accented with carbon fiber-like materials. Configuration Parameters: The Shadow Leopard is equipped with the new third-generation 1.5TGDI engine from the Power Wave series, delivering a maximum power of 130kW and a peak torque of 270N.m. Centered on GCCS technology, it integrates dual-path turbocharging, top-mounted water-cooled intercooler, high-pressure injection, large-inertia balance shaft, intelligent thermal management, and low-friction technology, achieving a fuel consumption as low as 5.7L per 100km. The transmission efficiency reaches up to 96%, with a shift time of just 0.2 seconds. In the 0-100km/h acceleration test, the fastest recorded time was 6.95 seconds.
As a seasoned car enthusiast who has been driving the Emgrand for several years, I highly recommend using 95-octane gasoline. This vehicle's engine has a relatively high compression ratio of approximately 9.5:1. Using higher-octane fuel helps prevent knocking, ensures more complete combustion, and enhances acceleration performance. I once tried 92-octane fuel and experienced engine knocking along with increased fuel consumption - switching back to 95-octane resolved these issues. During routine maintenance, technicians always emphasize avoiding lower-octane fuels to prevent long-term carbon buildup that could cause ignition problems. I suggest getting 95-octane from reputable gas stations and having your fuel system inspected periodically - this maintains vehicle durability and driving smoothness. Don't compromise on fuel quality to save money, as repair costs could be much higher. Remember to regularly replace the air filter as it significantly impacts fuel efficiency.
