Can I put 87 octane in my car?
Most cars on the road recommend a standard grade 87 or 89. Premium gas 90-93 is completely okay to put in a standard vehicle. Car experts say there is no risk of damage to a standard car using premium fuel.
Is 87 octane the same as unleaded?
Octane rating is the measure of a fuel’s ability to resist “knocking” or “pinging” during combustion, caused by the air/fuel mixture detonating prematurely in the engine. In the U.S., unleaded gasoline typically has octane ratings of 87 (regular), 88–90 (midgrade), and 91–94 (premium).
What happens if you use regular gas instead of unleaded?
Over time, using regular fuel against your car’s requirements can damage your vehicle. Prolonged use can cause knocking of the engine, which can in turn void the warranty of your car; especially if the car’s manual specifically warns against using regular grade fuel.
What kind of gas do you put in an Avalon?
I don’t know why. All Avalons will run ok on regular, 87 octane, gas. They run better on 89 octane midgrade. For the full power built in to the engine, premium grade, at 91 octane or higher, is necessary. This has been discussed many times in various Avalon boards and there seems to be general agreement on the answer.
What should the octane level be on an Avalon?
For the full power built in to the engine, premium grade, at 91 octane or higher, is necessary. This has been discussed many times in various Avalon boards and there seems to be general agreement on the answer.
What is the octane rating of unleaded gasoline?
In the U.S., unleaded gasoline typically has octane ratings of 87 (regular), 88–90 (midgrade), and 91–94 (premium).
What’s the gas mileage on a 2003 Avalon?
As spring has come, I have learned that the highway gas mileage of my 2003 Avalon is strongly correlated with temperature, ranging from 22 to 26 highway cruising at 75 mph. I don’t know why. All Avalons will run ok on regular, 87 octane, gas.