Vauxhall Mokka 1.4 turbo 4×4 - can I use Shell Vpower in my new Mokka

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Mon 3 Feb 2014 16:37
Vauxhall Mokka 1.4 turbo 4×4 - can I use Shell Vpower in my new Mokka - islay

I have used Shell Vpower or the equivalent for many years in a number of cars includin Vauxhall Astras.

I am about to take delivery of a Mokka 1.4 turbo and have contacted Vauxhall Uk about using Vpower in this vehicle as the manual reccomends 95 octane or possibly 98 octane whilst Vpower is 99 octane.

They have informed me that the use of this fuel could invalidate any warranty in the event of any future engine problems.

Bearing in mind Honestjohn recommending this fuel on a number of occasions can anyone advise accordingly.

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Mon 3 Feb 2014 16:43
Vauxhall Mokka 1.4 turbo 4×4 - can I use Shell Vpower in my new Mokka - skidpan

Use it if you want too, it will do no harm. But since Vauxhall say 95 octane fuel is fine it will do no good either.

I use ordinary 95 octane (as shown under the fuel flap) in my new Seat 1.4 Turbo. I use whatever fuel is cheapest, normally Tesco or Asda. Been using ttheir fules since the 80's and never had an issue.

All this stuff you read about one brand being better than another is total nonsense.

If your engibne was individually mapped to run on Shell V Power that would be a different matter but since its only an engine mapped by Vauxhall to run on whatever you throw at it just fill it with 95 octane from wherever you want and enjoy the savings.

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Mon 3 Feb 2014 16:59
Vauxhall Mokka 1.4 turbo 4×4 - can I use Shell Vpower in my new Mokka - RT

As long as the fuel used complies with EN 228 I don't see how the warranty can be voided.

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