Can you run the Fiesta ST 1.6L on Regular 87 Octane?

Member ID
#36217
Messages
17
Likes
4
#1
Can you run the Fiesta ST 1.6L on 87 octane and go full throttle safely? In CA all we have is a maximum of 91 octane but I rarely go full throttle. I just just wondering if it’s safe to go wot on 87 octane?
 


Member ID
#32322
Messages
270
Likes
206
#2
Yes factory maps allow 87 at reduced power, however I recommended staying with 91.. I'm in AZ with the same shitty gas and never used less than 91
 


Intuit

4000 Post Club
Member ID
#4881
Messages
4,168
Likes
2,703
#4
If you're at high elevation, pay attention to the octane. 85 might still be sold as "regular"? If so, avoid it. 87 or higher. Higher elevations being less prone to knock, apply for naturally aspirated engines, but not necessarily for boosted engines.
 




Top