98 RON for MY07+?

[Kekotic]

Just a quick question, on the fuel door it says '95 RON ONLY' and I think I read somewhere that the pre MY07 GT's had to run on 98 RON only, so is it okay to use 98 RON in an my07 GT? Or would it run better using 95 RON?
I had to drive an extra 20km to find a BP that wasn't out of 98 RON today, and when I drove in to Caltex to get Vortex I noticed it didn't tell me what the Octane rating was, so I assumed it was 95 and I would like to run my car on 98 only if I can, assuming it is better for the engine and provides more power.

[THERB3]

Caltex Vortex is 98 RON
Shell V-Power is 98 RON
Mobil Synergy is 98 RON

and you know about BP.

It is fine to run 98 RON in your car.

[Kekotic]

Thanks, that's good that Vortex is 98 because Caltex is very close to where I live.
Strange that they don't sell 95 RON at all.

[THERB3]

just in case have a read. Look at the bold area's..... So there are two types of Vortex 95 & 98

Vortex Premium Fuels
Designed to Clean.

It's no secret that the wrong choice of fuel may damage your vehicle. A build up of carbon deposits adversely affects injector spray patterns. The result: the ability to deliver fuel during the combustion cycle is hampered - causing loss of power.


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Dirty intake valves may further reduce the efficiency of the fuel-air flow and an engine's performance. Your car will feel sluggish and fuel efficiency will be reduced. That's why vehicle manufacturers often recommend premium fuels.

Caltex Vortex Premium Fuels have been specifically formulated with special detergents to clean your car's fuel system while you drive - breaking down and removing deposits that build up in critical areas of the fuel delivery system.

Used regularly, Vortex Premium Fuels will ensure your engine continues to run at its best.

Vortex 98 Vortex 95 Vortex Diesel

Our Vortex Diesel is an Australian first. It cleans the vehicle's fuel system as you drive and has been formatted with the latest diesel technology in mind.
Vortex Diesel contains an anti-foaming agent that significantly reduces the risk of splashing. It also eliminates most of the odours that are associated with traditional diesel fuel.
We believe it's the most refined fuel for advanced turbo-diesel engines on the market.
Key benefits:
•Cleans the engine while driving•Improves engine efficiency•Reduces foaming to prevent splashback•Suitable for all diesel-powered vehicles
Uneven distribution of fuel droplets Even spray pattern of fine droplets
Click here to find your nearest Caltex Vortex Diesel outlet
Click here to view our Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for Vortex Premium Diesel

A high octane, premium quality petrol that is designed to maintain optimal engine performance.
The cleaning properties of Vortex 95 prevent build-up of carbon deposits within critical engine components. These deposits hamper performance and engine efficiency over time.
The addition of an anti-corrosive agent also ensures your vehicle's fuel system remains healthy throughout the combustion cycle.
Key benefits:
•Cleans your engine as you drive•Improves engine efficiency•Suitable for all petrol fuelled vehiclesClick here to find your nearest Caltex Vortex 95 outlet
Click here to view our Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for Vortex 95

Vortex 98 is our highest-octane grade of petrol.

Containing all the benefits of Vortex 95, Vortex 98 has been specifically designed for high performance engines.

This ultra-refined fuel has a uniquely formulated additive, allowing it to meet the rigorous demands of engines that require high compression ratios or are turbo charged.

In many vehicles, the boost from using Vortex 98 can be significant.

Key benefits:

•enhanced performance output
•cleans the engine as you drive
•improves engine efficiency
•suitable for performance vehicles
Click here to find your nearest Caltex Vortex 98 outlet

Click here to view our Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for Vortex 98

[swingn]

Generally speaking, what is featured on your fuel cover / door in the minimum RON rated fuel you should be using in the car.

From my past experiences, 98 RON fuel always gives you a smoother drive & generally does give you more mileage per tank (Mmmm, sounds like a commercial ). So regardless of if you have a GT or a 2.5 N/A, I'd personally be running the fuel you can get all the time.

[Leck48]

Thanks, that's good that Vortex is 98 because Caltex is very close to where I live.
Strange that they don't sell 95 RON at all.

I had always thought that with Vortex if it's simply labeled as "Vortex" then it's 95 and that for it to be 98 it has to actually say "Vortex 98".

[Lukovitch]

Thanks, that's good that Vortex is 98 because Caltex is very close to where I live.
Strange that they don't sell 95 RON at all.

I had always thought that with Vortex if it's simply labeled as "Vortex" then it's 95 and that for it to be 98 it has to actually say "Vortex 98".

I have a Caltex fuel card, and this correct. 95 is like a dark green black label, 98 is white/grey with a red '98'. I find some servos will have one or the other, some will have both. Kinda annoying if I have to hunt around for one with 98. Generally Safeway ones don't have 98.

[teK--]

I've always used only 98RON since it first became available about 10-12 years ago, it gives good security against detonation in hot weather/high loads. The only exception is in rural areas where I would use 95RON in a pinch.