Strange...
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Strange...
I just filled up my C230kSS for the first time. Put in 93 octane but after a few minutes of driving, the car seemed to run a bit smoother and alittle quieter. not sure if it felt alittle peppier or not, didn't really get on it since i'm still in break-in mode. question is, do u guys think the dealer may have put in some cheap gas or lower octane to save a couple bucks? car really felt alittle different after filling it up and just curious if the dealer would do something like that.
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Originally Posted by akbro93704
it's possible considering the high gas prices,but who knows
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With synthetic oil in there, its going to be a long time before the engine loosens up.
If the Kompressor engines are ran with 87 Octane, you will feel a falling forward sensation from time to time, as the knock sensors pull back the timing on a hot day, or if the intercooler gets heat soaked from traffic or several full power runs.
It says premium fuel for a reason. If you pay attention to your driving, and use the cruise a lot, you can get great mileage even in the city. My work commute frequently sees 27 to 29mpg, and its city streets, never going faster than 35-40mph.
If the Kompressor engines are ran with 87 Octane, you will feel a falling forward sensation from time to time, as the knock sensors pull back the timing on a hot day, or if the intercooler gets heat soaked from traffic or several full power runs.
It says premium fuel for a reason. If you pay attention to your driving, and use the cruise a lot, you can get great mileage even in the city. My work commute frequently sees 27 to 29mpg, and its city streets, never going faster than 35-40mph.
