Should I use premium diesel for a Volvo V60?

I have a 2017 Volvo V60 D3 2.0-litre diesel. I am just wondering (given this is not a performance car) if there is any point paying the 10 per cent-plus premium for say Shell V-Power fuel over the standard diesel fuel and if so what would these be and is it worth it?

Asked on 18 August 2022 by Graham Cole

Answered by Lawrence Allan

As premium diesel doesn't feature a higher octane rating it wouldn't offer any more performance. However it features detergents designed to shift deposits of soot and carbon that builds up in an engine's fuel system over time. Whether it's worth it or not depends on how long you intend to keep the car.

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