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Mixing Super E5 & E10 fuel allowed?

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Mixing Super E5 & E10 fuel allowed?

Many are still unsure whether to take their car with them Great E10 can refuel or not. Actually you can the cheaper E10 even with Super E5 the mischi or alternately refuel the different super variants. In addition to a lower fuel bill, you also protect the environment. In 2011, the Super E10 fuel variant was introduced. Up until then, in addition to diesel and special types such as Super Plus, V-Power or Aral Ultimate, it was mainly Super 95 petrol that could be bought. The 95 stands for the octane number. In other countries, Super 95 is mostly found under the name RON 95.

Super E5 & E10 fuels

Mixing Super E5 & E10 fuel allowed?

Today, the designation is usually also attached to the pump for normal premium petrol E5 to find. That means the fuel up to 5% ethanol contains. E10 instead contains up to 10% bio ethanol. If the two fuels are mixed, the fuel in the tank will contain an ethanol concentration between 5 and 10%. So if a car is suitable for E10, you can without hesitation the two fuels the mischi respectively alternately refuel. However, a frequent change of fuel for the power output not optimal. However, this causes damage to the engine not to.

Is E10 worth using?

Cars built since 2012 tolerate In any case both Super E5 and E10. But many older cars can also be refueled with E10 without any problems. However, it is advisable to observe the manufacturer's information or to use a list of the corresponding vehicles from the Internet. There is a good overview HERE. E10 is usually a little cheaper at filling stations than the classic super (E5) fuel. Nevertheless, most motorists prefer the older fuel. The higher ethanol content makes Super E10 a little more environmentally friendly. On the other hand, the calorific value of the fuel is slightly lower, which means that consumption increases slightly for the same performance. From a price saving of 3 cents the price compensates for the additional consumption. From this difference, you save some money by using E10.

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