2003 BMW 525 gas type suggested

pajaro · Posted at Sat May 03, 2008 2:18 pm

Engine Performance problem
2003 BMW 525 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic 78000 miles
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What type of gas do you suggest me to put on my BMW 525i/03.
87 Octane,91 or 93 ?

thanks..

Dr. Hagerty · Posted at Sat May 03, 2008 3:22 pm

The manufacturer recommendation should be followed. However, the engine management system can compensate for fuel grades lower than what is recommended.