Can I get E5 or 98 octane petrol in Norway?
98 E5, 95 E10 and which cars need which petrol.
Short answer
Yes, you can still buy 98 octane petrol labelled 98 E5 in several places in Norway, but every pump marked 95 now sells E10 with up to 10 percent ethanol. Not every station has 98, so check the pump label. The Norwegian Automobile Federation advises against E10 in cars older than 2001, including veteran cars.
Why
- Since April 2023, 10 percent bioethanol has been blended into 95 octane petrol in Norway, which is why it is labelled E10.
- The Norwegian Automobile Federation (NAF) writes that E10 has fully replaced the old 95 E5, while 98 E5, often called 98 super, is still sold in several places.
- In the label, E stands for ethanol and the number shows the maximum share of ethanol that may be blended into the petrol, according to NAF.
Details
NAF says that as a rule of thumb cars from 2011 and later can use E10. Newer cars often have an E10 mark inside the fuel filler cap, and if you are unsure, check the owner's manual or ask the dealer. Circle K states that all petrol cars are approved for petrol with up to 5 percent bioethanol, which covers 98 E5.
Tip
If your car should not run on E10, look for pumps labelled 98 E5 and fill up in good time, since fuel stations can be far apart in the mountains and other remote areas.
What may differ
For cars built between 2001 and 2010, NAF's rule of thumb gives no clear answer, so check the owner's manual or ask the dealer before you use E10.
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Sources
- Norwegian Automobile Federation (NAF): Petrol type E10Checked at:
- Storting: Written question on E10 petrol (2023)Checked at:
- Circle K Norway: FuelChecked at:
- Visit Norway: Driving in NorwayChecked at:
This answer is for reference only. The fuels sold at each station can change, so check the pump label before you fill up.
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