Does 89 octane have less ethanol?

The mere fact that the 89 octane doesn’t have any ethanol doesn’t make it suitable for use. Octane should not be confused with ethanol, although ethanol does raise the octane. Please do some reading before you cause some serious damage to your expensive engine.

Does unleaded gas have ethanol?

Most of the gasoline now sold in the United States contains some ethanol. Most of ethanol blending into U.S. motor gasoline occurs to meet the requirements of the 1990 Clean Air Act (RFG Fuel) and the Renewable Fuel Standard set forth in the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007.

Is 89 considered unleaded gas?

Most standard gas stations you’ll encounter offer these three common types of unleaded fuel grades, or octane levels: Regular (87) Mid-grade (89) Premium (91)

What kind of fuel is 89 octane?

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Gas stations typically carry three octane grades. State laws regulate which octane levels can be listed as premium, midgrade or regular. Typically “regular” gas is 87 octane, “midgrade” is 89 octane and over 91 octane is “premium” gasoline. Some states label top-tier gasoline with 93 octane as “ultra” gas.

Is 89 gas better for your 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.

Why is no ethanol gas better?

Compared to traditional gas blends like E10 that have 10% ethanol, non-ethanol gas lasts much longer. If stored properly, ethanol-free gas can last up to six months. It is not as likely to succumb to oxidation or evaporation. E10 gas has a three-month shelf life maximum.

Which gas should I use for my car?

For the vast majority of American drivers, regular unleaded gasoline is all they need to use. However, most gas pumps also have premium and/or mid-grade gasoline that cost a little bit more, and have a little bit higher octane rating.

What happens if you put 89 gas in a 87 car?

In most cases, the vehicle will run fine, but you may experience less power and a decrease in gas mileage. In more serious cases, you may hear engine knocking or valve chatter because the fuel isn’t burning right. These things could damage your engine and you should take it to your mechanic.

What’s the difference between gas 87 and 89?

Gasoline with an octane level of 87 is considered “regular,” with gasoline sold at 89 octane often labeled “midgrade” by most gas stations.