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05-10-2018, 10:13 AM | #1 |
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What fuel would I use in Canada?
My 128i is a Canada spec car(speedo ONLY in km/h) and the fuel door says min 91 octane so I'm always putting in premium to match that. But I've heard that German and Canada octane ratings can differ so I'm wondering what the actual number on the fuel door would equal in Canada.
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Shell V-Power Nitro+
As stated on Shell Canada FAQ page: "9. What is the nature of the new BMW relationship and why do they endorse Shell V-Power NiTRO+?* In 2015, Shell and BMW announced an exciting new relationship. In its endorsement, BMW recommends that Shell V-Power NiTRO+ Premium Gasoline for the BMW M class vehicle to get the best performance out of their vehicle. Shell V-Power NiTRO+ Premium Gasoline is the only premium fuel recommended by BMW M." https://www.shell.ca/en_ca/motorists...plus-faqs.html |
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Or i have a thread on here ive started. The most info on everything is on the thread and i can answer more questions there. https://www.1addicts.com/forums/show....php?t=1468577
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I ran 87 (US scale) until I got tuned. Car ran fine, felt like it had less power, but never misfired or ran poorly. Now I run 93 since I'm tuned...
Costco (Top Tier brand) 90% of the time. Exxon/7-11 if it's critical. Sunoco E0 gas at the track
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for the record, germany doesn't have higher octane gas; they use a different rating system altogether.
as for your question, i've ran shell 91 nitro-whatever-PR-speak since i bought my 128i and had no issues (apart from a hole in my wallet). |
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Shell is a rip-off, at least in my area.
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Hmm, interesting...
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Running the 87 effectively lowered your compression ratio.
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you tube .. Is Premium Fuel Worth It? Premium vs Regular - 5 Vehicles Tested hes a geek but very smart. hope this helps. P.S. your uncle Paul was an engineer with shell and fas gas making the gas in Bowden for 25 yrs.. he MIGHT, be a reputable person to ask about this topic
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