Volvo S60: Demanding driving - Octane rating - Refueling - During your trip - Volvo S60 Owners ManualVolvo S60: Demanding driving

In demanding driving conditions, such as operating the vehicle in hot weather, towing a trailer, or driving for extended periods at higher altitudes than normal, it may be advisable to switch to higher octane fuel (91 or higher) or to change gasoline brands to fully utilize your engine's capacity, and for the smoothest possible operation.

NOTE NOTE

When switching to higher octane fuel or changing gasoline brands, it may be necessary to fill the tank more than once before a difference in engine operation is noticeable.

    Minimum octane
    Typical pump octane label Volvo recommends premium fuel for best performance, but using 87 octane1 or above will not affect engine reliability. Volvo engines are designed to achieve rated horsep ...

    Fuel Formulations
    Do not use gasoline that contains lead as a knock inhibitor, and do not use lead additives. Besides damaging the exhaust emission control systems on your vehicle, lead has been strongly linked to ...

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