7 replies to this topic

[eric67]

Can anyone tell me the equivalent of E5 in France and whether it is widely available?

 

Thanks

[nicklouse]

E5

[Spider]

Of those that I can find available, I'd suggest SP95. Apparently, it doesn't have ethanol and should suit most Minis unless you are running a higher compression engine, in which case, you'll need SP98, but be aware that does have ~ 5% Ethanol and may cause issues with rubber parts in the fuel system, unless they have been upgraded..

[pete l]

sp98 has 5% etanol E5

 

sp95 has 10% ethanol E10

 

stay away from E85

[Ethel]

I thought all pump fuel had ethanol now but it appears E5 is a limit, not a requirement, so some premium juice can be both E5 & ethanol free.

 

We've had it for 18 years now, so it shouldn't just be the ethanol concerning you about any rubber parts.

[eric67]

Many thanks for the replies. Sounds like SP 98 is what I need.

 

but will all garages sell it or is it hit and miss like the UK?

[stuart bowes]

you could take a jerry can and have some spare in the boot ?

[Ethel]

I dare say it depends on where you go. Likely to be better near Le Mans or Monaco.

 

Total's station finder, expect other brands do similar