Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Owners Manual: Fuel
The full fuel specification chapter for the Volkswagen Golf Mk7: an introduction to matching fuel type to your specific engine, and detailed pages on petrol octane ratings, diesel sulphur content and quality, and bioethanol (E85) for MultiFuel engines.
Questions & answers
Fuel — Volkswagen Golf Mk7
What does the Golf Mk7 fuel chapter cover?
Petrol grades and octane ratings, diesel fuel and sulphur content, bioethanol (E85) for MultiFuel engines, and warnings about incorrect fuel types.
Can I use lower-octane petrol in the Golf Mk7?
Most Golf Mk7 TSI engines require at least 95 RON. Some engines accept 91 RON with reduced performance. The required grade is on the fuel flap sticker.
Does the Golf Mk7 accept biodiesel?
Only diesel blends complying with EN 590 standard. Pure biodiesel (B100) is not approved and can damage seals and injection components.


