As you fill up your gas tank in Nederland, you probably notice that some gas is more expensive than other types of gasoline at the pump. There are also numbers on the pump that may cause you to wonder about the difference between premium vs. regular gas. But what do these numbers mean? What is the difference between premium and regular gas?
Find out everything you need to know when we compare premium vs. regular gas with our guide.
Premium gasoline has an octane rating of 90 or above, which we will explain later. The octane rating is the main difference between premium and regular gas. Premium gasoline helps keep your engine cleaner while also helping it to perform better. You’ll get better gas mileage if your engine requires premium gasoline to operate at peak conditions.
Regular unleaded gasoline is the most common type of fuel at a gas station for cars, trucks, and SUVs. Regular gas works adequately for most new or used vehicles traveling on Woodville roads. Its octane rating is 87, making it a lower-grade gasoline than premium.
When comparing premium vs. regular gas, here are the main differences.
Gasoline with a higher octane rating has less of a chance of causing engine knocking, which can damage your new vehicle. Also called pre-ignition, this occurrence is less common with premium gasoline.
Regular unleaded gas burns faster than premium gas. It works better for engines with low compression ratios. Engines with high compression ratios will benefit from and probably require premium gasoline for optimal results.
Premium gasoline can cost 20 to 40 cents more per gallon than regular gas. Those fuel costs add up over time on drives through Lumberton.
Before deciding whether premium vs. regular gas is right for your vehicle, look over the following tips.
If you have any questions about premium vs. regular gas, feel free to contact us or call (409) 892-5050. Does your car need service? Look over our service specials to see how much money you could save.
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