VK50VE engine models
Use unleaded premium gasoline with an octane rating of at least 91 AKI (Antiknock Index) number (Research octane number 96)
If unleaded premium gasoline is not used, unleaded regular gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI (Antiknock Index) may be temporarily used, but only under the following precautions:
- Have the fuel tank filled only partially with unleaded regular gasoline, and fill up with unleaded premium gasoline as soon as possible.
- Avoid full throttle driving and abrupt acceleration.
Use unleaded premium gasoline for maximum vehicle performance.