Fuel Policies for High-End Vehicle Rentals in Dubai: Super 98 vs. Special 95

Supercar Fuel Requirements in Dubai 

The choice of fuel is crucial when the car is a high performance rental. A regular petrol car gives you a couple of fuel options at no extra thought. A performance car may be more demanding regarding fuel grade than it is used to. Petrol stations in Dubai typically carry different grades of petrol, including Special 95 and Super 98. The number is indicative of its octane rating. A higher number indicates greater resistance to undesirable knocking within engines. However, it is not to say that Super 98 is a good pick for every vehicle. The simplest rule is the safest. Before putting any fuel in the car, review the car manufacturer’s suggestions and of course, the car rental agreement’s fuel requirements. Your rental company’s policy may also call for a specific grade even if it could run on another petrol grade.

Which fuel grade is required for high-performance exotics in Dubai?

 Super 98 is a popular choice, as many high performance cars are designed, or recommended to run, on higher octane petrol fuel.

Not all supercars need the same fuel grade. It depends on the specific vehicle, manufacturer recommendation and the fuel policy of the rental company..

Super 98 vs Special 95

Super 98 has an octane rating of 98. Special 95 is an octane rating of 95. Both are petrol grades available in UAE. Special ULG 95 and Special Super ULG 98 are listed as motor gasoline products by ENOC. Special 95 and Super 98 are also available at its service stations, courtesy of ADNOC Distribution. The octane number doesn’t mean that one fuel is more good for all engines. It provides information about the ability of the fuel to withstand annoying knocks during the engine’s operation when pressure is applied. Higher octane fuels are used in some high performance engines. The use of the recommended grade ensures that the engine operates according to the vehicle’s design. The engine controls in the vehicle may be adjusted if using different grades. Lower octane fuel will not damage all cars. Actual effect will vary according to engine and requirements. That’s why renters shouldn’t go with the flow of the word supercar. The amount of fuel needed for a V8 may be different from one model to another. This is true for V10 and V12 engines.

Super 98 is the highest quality petrol offered by ADNOC and is designed for high performance engines, according to the public body. It classifies Special 95 as being suitable for medium compression engines and that it is suitable for many saloon cars. ENOC also offers both Special 95 and Super 98. Super 98 is evident to be available on its UAE fuel network from its published information. Of course, for those renting it is the easiest step. Check with the renter what the required fuel type is before departure from the rental. Look in the car, too, at the fuel label. Know the difference between the two fuels, Super 98 and Special 95, so be sure to use the one the rental operator instructs you to use.

What about a Ferrari 812 Superfast?

The Ferrari 812 Superfast is a good illustration of why it is important to check the car you are interested in and not just make an educated guess. The 812 Superfast is described by Ferrari as a high-performance, 6.5-litre V12 car. According to the official specifications it is capable of 800 cv and a maximum speed of more than 340 kmph. In the published technical literature of Ferrari for relevant 812 models, there is also an example of how the specification of fuel is related to engine performance. To illustrate, when quoting its power figure, Ferrari specifies 98 octane petrol in its technical data of the Ferrari 812 Competizione. Well, that certainly doesn’t mean that all 812s are or should be the same, nor should all Ferraris. The model year is important, as is the owner’s manual and instructions from the rental company. Any time you’re filling a Ferrari 812 Superfast, be sure to verify the actual fuel recommendation provided for that rental. For a first time renter, the fuel pump might only seem like a stop they need to make. If you’re driving a high-performance car, take a few additional seconds to double-check the grade.

What is the penalty for putting Special 95 in a twin-turbo V8 or V12 engine?

No single penalty or outcome for using Special 95 in all V8 & V12. This is dependent on the engine, fuel type, amount of low octane fuel used, existing fuel in the tank and subsequent driving performance. A potential issue is decreased performance. A modern performance car is equipped with electronic control systems which can control the operation of the engine when conditions change. That can impact lower octane fuel in some cars. The car can still run as it’s supposed to, but not always in the way the manufacturer intended.

One other problem is unwanted engine knocking. This is a burning, or abnormal burning, within the engine. This is one of the reasons that manufacturers state what type of octane their engines require. If you have the wrong fuel grade the first time, the engine will not necessarily be ruined. ADNOC has also recommended that drivers consult the vehicle manufacturer’s handbook to determine which fuel is suitable for their vehicle, it said that the fuel that is incorrect may not be a problem immediately. Things get worse when they keep using a fuel that isn’t suitable for their car or they drive the vehicle aggressively without the correct fuel in it. Don’t panic if you discover you have used Special 95 in car designed for Super 98. Stop and alert the rental company. Inform them of the incident and how much fuel was put in the tank. They can give you consultation according to the type of car and their process.

Fuel or engine issue

This is the mechanical aspect of the problem. The car might have no outward signs of trouble or it might feel different for the car. This may result in decreased performance, strange noises in the engine, or a warning message. Avoid assuming what to do next, based on other cars. Pay attention to the instructions given by the vehicle manufacturer and get in touch with the rental company.

Rental policy issue

This is not a part of the engine. Fuel rules may be unique to the rental agreement. It might indicate which grade to use, how the car should be returned and the consequences if the stipulated fuel policy is not adhered to. There is no fixed Dubai fine for using Special 95 in performance vehicles. All charges, inspection fees, fuel correction charges or other payments are subject to the rental agreement. This is why it is helpful to read the fuel section before starting to drive. It can avoid a minor error from escalating into a problem with the rental later.

Gas station etiquette (ENOC & ADNOC VIP pumps)

Refueling a high end rental car isn’t difficult at all to do if you know what to say. When pumping at an ENOC or ADNOC station alert the attendant to the exact grade of fuel prior to commencing pumping. Always find out if the rental is petrol or diesel. For most performance exotics, petrol is the usual fuel; never take appearances, or assumptions, for granted. Look at the fuel label inside the car or inquire from the rental agency. There are attendant based services or premium services offered in some stations and sometimes the word “VIP” will be used in some services. The takeaway for a renting driver is the same: You don’t need to tune out the fuel quality while waiting for the driver. Specify what you are looking for to the attendant. Check the pump prior to refueling. Review the receipt afterwards.

It can come in handy when returning a rental and you need to be able to provide the owner with the location and date of refueling. It’s particularly useful if the car needs fuel to be returned and you just want to keep a record of the last time the fuel was added. Both ENOC and ADNOC offer fuel in both Super 98 and Special 95. The station finder feature of the ADNOC ENERGY also allows customers to narrow down the results by fuel type, including Special 95 and Super 98. That could come in handy when planning trips while driving a rental Dubai. Don’t wait until the fuel light on dashes comes on to think about the next stop. The easy thing to do is to check required grade before first stop for fuel, store a station nearby, and confirm the label at every stop.

This is useful when driving around areas such as Palm Jumeirah. The fuel type requirement can be important if you are picking up or dropping off a rental, as you don’t want to reach the gas station, too late to get the right fuel. Also you can get your rental around Palm Jumeirah, check the fuel policy with the rental staff before heading out on the road.

Rent High-Performance Supercars

There is a lot of detail to get right when you’re looking to rent a luxury car, and part of that is selecting the right fuel. Check that the vehicle has to have a specific type of fuel before using one of the luxury rentals, look at the fuel label and read the rental fuel policy before taking off. This is important whether you are pulling out on the weekend or leaving it for days. LavishCars offers a range of luxury, exotic, sports, and high performance vehicles. You can browse through LavishCars supercar selection and see the available supercars before deciding which one you want to rent. The right car should come with clear directions. If you know what fuel to use, you can have fun on the road without having to take a guess at gas stations.