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Cadillac makes high-performance and luxurious sedans and SUVs. To ensure Lubbock, Amarillo, and Midland, Texas, drivers have the most optimal experience, premium gas is required for all gas-powered Cadillac models.
Interested in learning which specific models need premium fuel and which can go without? Continue reading below. Our Cavender Cadillac of Lubbock team will also detail the benefits of using premium fuel as well. Let's go.
All gas-powered models made by Cadillac require premium fuel and here's why. Most Cadillac models come standard with a turbocharged or a high-compression engine, which requires the proper fuel to operate efficiently and optimally. After all, you've got Cadillac's performance reputation to keep up with.
Let's take a closer look at the Cadillac models that require premium fuel.
| Is Premium Required? | Standard Engine | |
| Cadillac Escalade, Escalade-V, Escalade ESV | Yes | 6.2L V8 |
| Cadillac XT4 | Yes | 2.0L Turbo 4-cylinder |
| Cadillac XT5 | Yes | 2.0L Turbo 4-cylinder |
| Cadillac XT6 | Yes | 2.0L Turbo 4-cylinder |
| Cadillac CT4, CT4-V, CT4-V Blackwing | Yes | 2.0L Turbo 4-cylinder, 2.7L Dual-Volute Turbo I4, 3.6L Twin-Turbo V6 |
| Cadillac CT5, CT5-V, CT5-V Blackwing | Yes | 2.0L Turbo 4-cylinder, 3.0L Twin-Turbocharged V6, 6.2L Supercharged V8 |
If all gas-powered Cadillac require premium gasoline, which Cadillacs does that leave? The electric models and those with a diesel engine. If you want to ditch the gas station altogether, you can opt for either of Cadillac's electric vehicles.
First up is the Cadillac LYRIQ, an electric SUV that is athletic, responsive, and highly intuitive. Its interior energizes your senses and delivers a premium experience. Your second option is the Cadillac CELESTIQ, an electric sedan that reimagines the everyday sedan and turns it into an immersive and aesthetically pleasing experience.
These models are designed to run on batteries instead of fuel-powered engines. So, put charging stations on your radar rather than gas pumps. You can also have a charging station installed in your home, so you can always recharge your ride overnight.
Premium gas has a high-octane rating of 91 or higher. The higher the octane number, the more stable the fuel. Why do you need stable fuel for performance-based models? Because it remains more composed under pressure, which is essential for high-performance Cadillacs.
When you fuel your Cadillac with low-octane fuel, such as Regular gas, this can cause engine knocking. This phenomenon occurs when the fuel ignites prematurely. Essentially, air and fuel pockets detonate at the wrong time, causing knocking or pinging under the hood. Repeated knocking can cause engine damage.
Always filling your Cadillac with premium fuel will take engine knocking out of the equation, thus reducing engine complications and promising optimal engine performance.
Premium fuel is required for your gas-powered Cadillac model. Its durability and composure allow it to ignite at the perfect time, sending off your Cadillac with precise and thrilling acceleration. If you have any questions regarding premium gasoline, contact our team or stop by Cavender Cadillac of Lubbock near Lubbock, Amarillo, and Midland, TX, today.
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1210 19th St
Lubbock, TX 79401
