Is it OK to put regular unleaded gas in a Lexus?
Most Lexus models will operate efficiently on regular fuel. For the Lexus SUVs, you can run UX, UX Hybrid, NX Hybrid, and RX on regular fuel without any damages to the engine. These models require a minimum recommended octane rating of 87, which is regular gas.
Do you need premium unleaded fuel for 91 octane Lexus?
IF you’re driving a model with a 91 octane requirement but cannot find a station with premium unleaded fuel, do not panic.
Which is fuel grade should I use for my Lexus vehicle?
We suggest to use the minimum octane rating or higher. Use of unleaded gasoline with an octane rating lower than what is listed for your model year vehicle could potentially result in engine knocking. If the octane rating used is less than required, damage to the engine may occur and which could void the vehicle warranty.
What kind of fuel does a Lexus 300h use?
Lexus NX 300h – all model years (2015 or newer) Lexus RX 350 – 2012 or newer model years. Lexus HS 250h – all model years (2011-2012) 2012 or newer Lexus ES requires Regular Unleaded Fuel . Premium Unleaded Fuel Requirement – 91 Octane
Why does a luxury car use premium gas?
Many performance and luxury cars need premium fuel because they have higher compression engines. This means that the engine was designed to handle higher octane fuels that burn hotter and leaner than Regular.
IF you’re driving a model with a 91 octane requirement but cannot find a station with premium unleaded fuel, do not panic.
We suggest to use the minimum octane rating or higher. Use of unleaded gasoline with an octane rating lower than what is listed for your model year vehicle could potentially result in engine knocking. If the octane rating used is less than required, damage to the engine may occur and which could void the vehicle warranty.
Lexus NX 300h – all model years (2015 or newer) Lexus RX 350 – 2012 or newer model years. Lexus HS 250h – all model years (2011-2012) 2012 or newer Lexus ES requires Regular Unleaded Fuel . Premium Unleaded Fuel Requirement – 91 Octane
Many performance and luxury cars need premium fuel because they have higher compression engines. This means that the engine was designed to handle higher octane fuels that burn hotter and leaner than Regular.