Shell v power vs other brands

bimmer456 · 11-13-2018, 07:42 AM

So what do you guys think is it really better, do you notice any difference?

440xiGCMSport2 · 11-13-2018, 07:52 AM

I didn't notice any differences but atleast in Canada it doesn't have any ethanol which I assume is a good thing.

Skyhigh · 11-13-2018, 08:18 AM

I am using V-Power (which in my country is only 98 Oct, whereas in other European countries - 100 Oct) on both my cars. I do recall a noticable difference between the standard Shell fuel and V-Power on my Audi a few years back. I wouldn't bet on it though. I am confident it cannot harm but only provides potential advantages for the engine and the performance of the vehicle so I use it exclusively. It is purely based on trust that Shell are giving me something more as I volunteer to pay more. Whether it is additives or just leaner fuel ...

TodmordenLad · 11-13-2018, 08:24 AM

Normally fill up with 97 or 98 RON
Have been away for a few days in rural Herefordshire and forced to fill up from empty with regular unleaded. Very little difference in throttle response but a slight fall of around 3 MPG on a 160 mile return journey
It's horses for courses - you pay more and you get better MPG. And it's supposed to be better for the engine of course. I'm not convinced about the performance improvements - can't feel that much of a difference in my B58

Digital_83 · 11-13-2018, 08:50 AM

+1 for V-Power; been feeding it from the day one.

To compare: I get way better throttle response [engine really picks up] and overall mileage with V-Power then with Sunoco's Ultra

Now here's something interesting. I have two Shell gas stations near from where I live - the gas I get from one of them burns out way more faster than from the other .. :/

jh_f30 · 11-13-2018, 09:06 AM

I almost exclusively run Shell V-Power (that or Chevron Supreme). I'm pretty sure the V-Power is mainly about the additives/detergents that help prevent sludge and carbon buildup (much line Techron in Chevron gas). AFAIK, octane is octane and performance shouldn't vary much between equal ratings of different brands, but I could be wrong.

BEAR-AvHistory · 11-13-2018, 12:13 PM

I run Shell because I get the $0.10 a gallon off deal & its the closest to the house.

Also run with Costco, BP ($0.05 off) & Exxon. I don't use discount off brands because I don't know what kind of additive packages they have in them. I use 93 which is premium in NC.

Gen13 F36 · 11-13-2018, 12:30 PM

Don't be deceived by the Joe Romano commercial... Gas is the same don't matter the brand. Only Race Gas or other mixture similar is superior.🤣

bimmer456 · 11-13-2018, 12:35 PM

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Originally Posted by BEAR-AvHistory

I run Shell because I get the $0.10 a gallon off deal & its the closest to the house.

Also run with Costco, BP & Exxon. I don't use discount off brands because I don't know what kind of additive packages they have in them. I use 93 which is premium in NC.

I got the 10 cents off as well with my Ralph's card. I also get 5.25% cash back but that's at any gas station.

BEAR-AvHistory · 11-13-2018, 12:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Gen13 F36

Don't be deceived by the Joe Romano commercial... Gas is the same don't matter the brand. Only Race Gas or other mixture similar is superior.🤣

Gasoline is a commodity. The additive packages the delivery driver dumps in the trailer is brand specific & not the same across the board.

donkey · 11-13-2018, 01:21 PM

I only run Shell, or if I'm not near a Shell, BP. The car just seems to run smoother on V Power.

When I take the car in to the dealer and they fill it up, it's a noticeable difference until I refuel. Very small, but noticeable.

tuco44 · 11-13-2018, 01:26 PM

Run either Chevron 94 or Shell V- mainly Chevron. No noticeable difference.

Gamb1t · 11-13-2018, 02:00 PM

Any Top Tier Gas @91 no ethanol. I usually use Chevron, Costco, Shell and sometimes Mobil. Depending what's most convenient.

brettbmw · 11-14-2018, 12:06 PM

Mobil 93 for me.

anotheran · 11-14-2018, 12:20 PM

Shell ethanol free. Less separation when the car is sitting in the garage and slightly better mileage

Gen13 F36 · 11-14-2018, 12:23 PM

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Shell ethanol free. Less separation when the car is sitting in the garage and slightly better mileage

Lmao..my gas don't last 1 week on the tank....need to refill

SteveinArizona · 11-14-2018, 12:27 PM

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Originally Posted by BEAR-AvHistory

Gasoline is a commodity. The additive packages the delivery driver dumps in the trailer is brand specific & not the same across the board.

+1. Exactly right. It doesn't become brand specific until the additives are dumped in.

I use either Costco or Shell. Out here, we are limited to 91 octane so that is what I use.

bimmer456 · 11-14-2018, 01:33 PM

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Originally Posted by BEAR-AvHistory

Gasoline is a commodity. The additive packages the delivery driver dumps in the trailer is brand specific & not the same across the board.

+1. Exactly right. It doesn't become brand specific until the additives are dumped in.

I use either Costco or Shell. Out here, we are limited to 91 octane so that is what I use.

We only have 91 also. I thought higher octane also has better mpg so not sure why they don't have it here.

jd_perspective · 11-14-2018, 02:43 PM

I've never noticed a difference... not wasting that money! they're a good 50c higher than the Wawa next door...

Jmhai328i · 11-14-2018, 02:50 PM

Have yet to fill up, mostly will go with the Shell V, station is right down the street.

KGB_123_99 · 11-14-2018, 05:58 PM

I run Costco gas most of the time. The only downside is that they make you buy 1000L at a time.

No but really, I haven't noticed any difference between Costco gas (Husky energy here in Canada) and Shell.

Gen13 F36 · 11-15-2018, 12:38 PM

It's all non sense when someone see the difference. It just your driving style that week that provided you with an extra miles per gallon.

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440xiGCMSport2 Second Lieutenant 283 Rep 292 Posts Drives: EB440xiGC Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Canada iTrader: (0)	I didn't notice any differences but atleast in Canada it doesn't have any ethanol which I assume is a good thing.
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Skyhigh Brigadier General 1890 Rep 3,877 Posts Drives: BMW F36 Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: Europe iTrader: (0)	I am using V-Power (which in my country is only 98 Oct, whereas in other European countries - 100 Oct) on both my cars. I do recall a noticable difference between the standard Shell fuel and V-Power on my Audi a few years back. I wouldn't bet on it though. I am confident it cannot harm but only provides potential advantages for the engine and the performance of the vehicle so I use it exclusively. It is purely based on trust that Shell are giving me something more as I volunteer to pay more. Whether it is additives or just leaner fuel ... __________________ "Large increases in cost with questionable increases in performance can be tolerated only in cars and women."
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TodmordenLad Brigadier General 2876 Rep 3,966 Posts Drives: Audi A4 Avant Join Date: May 2015 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Normally fill up with 97 or 98 RON Have been away for a few days in rural Herefordshire and forced to fill up from empty with regular unleaded. Very little difference in throttle response but a slight fall of around 3 MPG on a 160 mile return journey It's horses for courses - you pay more and you get better MPG. And it's supposed to be better for the engine of course. I'm not convinced about the performance improvements - can't feel that much of a difference in my B58 __________________ Owned: 440i GC LCI with MPPSK, F31 330D M Sport with MPPK, F11 530D SE, F11 520D SE, E61 530D M Sport, E36 325i plus many MB's, Audi's & Volvo's
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Digital_83 OO=[][]=OO 262 Rep 337 Posts Drives: '18 F36 430xD M Sport/THP Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Brooklyn, NY iTrader: (0)	+1 for V-Power; been feeding it from the day one. To compare: I get way better throttle response [engine really picks up] and overall mileage with V-Power then with Sunoco's Ultra Now here's something interesting. I have two Shell gas stations near from where I live - the gas I get from one of them burns out way more faster than from the other .. :/
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jh_f30 Lieutenant Colonel 1307 Rep 1,827 Posts Drives: 2013 335i Sportline Auto RWD Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Bay Area, CA iTrader: (2)	I almost exclusively run Shell V-Power (that or Chevron Supreme). I'm pretty sure the V-Power is mainly about the additives/detergents that help prevent sludge and carbon buildup (much line Techron in Chevron gas). AFAIK, octane is octane and performance shouldn't vary much between equal ratings of different brands, but I could be wrong. __________________ 2013 F30 335i RWD ZF Melbourne Red ~Remus Sport Axleback~VRSF Chargepipe~VRSF Catless Downpipe~GPlus FMIC~HR Sport Springs~Active Autowerke OBD Flash Tune Stage 2~
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BEAR-AvHistory 2020 Z4 M40i - 2022 M4C Convt 3129 Rep 5,264 Posts Drives: 2020 Z4 M40i - 2022 M4C Convrt Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Raleigh, NC - OIB, NC iTrader: (0) Garage List 1965 COBRA (FFR rep ... [8.57] 2023 Jeep Wrangler ... [9.50] 2009 Yamaha V-Star [0.00] Cars 2-BMW, 2-FORD, ... [0.00] 2023 Ford Expeditio ... [0.00] 2020 Z4 M40i [10.00] 2022 BMW M4C [7.25] 1998 FORD Ranger 4X4 [0.00]	I run Shell because I get the $0.10 a gallon off deal & its the closest to the house. Also run with Costco, BP ($0.05 off) & Exxon. I don't use discount off brands because I don't know what kind of additive packages they have in them. I use 93 which is premium in NC. __________________ Kevin Dravit Gray, Black Leather, Moonlight Roof, Red Calipers 2022 M4C - 2020 Z4 M40i - 2023 FORD Expedition XLT Max 4X4 400BHP - 2009 V-Star - 1998 Ranger 4X4 5MT - 1965 Cobra (R) 5MT - 2023 Jeep Wrangler Sport S 6MT Last edited by BEAR-AvHistory; 11-13-2018 at 12:38 PM..
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Gen13 F36 Brigadier General 1599 Rep 3,748 Posts Drives: 428i Gran Coupe Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Los Angeles, CA iTrader: (1)	Don't be deceived by the Joe Romano commercial... Gas is the same don't matter the brand. Only Race Gas or other mixture similar is superior.🤣
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donkey Captain 464 Rep 716 Posts Drives: 6MT M2 Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Flavortown iTrader: (0)	I only run Shell, or if I'm not near a Shell, BP. The car just seems to run smoother on V Power. When I take the car in to the dealer and they fill it up, it's a noticeable difference until I refuel. Very small, but noticeable.
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tuco44 Colonel 644 Rep 2,294 Posts Drives: 2018 340i xDrive M Perf Edtn Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Western Canada iTrader: (0)	Run either Chevron 94 or Shell V- mainly Chevron. No noticeable difference. __________________ 2018 340i xDrive M Perf Edtn Sunset Orange Previous BMWs - 19 others since 1971.
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Gamb1t Major 598 Rep 1,343 Posts Drives: 330i,X1,Z4,Solstice GXP, RX-8 Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Canukistan iTrader: (0)	Any Top Tier Gas @91 no ethanol. I usually use Chevron, Costco, Shell and sometimes Mobil. Depending what's most convenient.
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brettbmw Private First Class 25 Rep 126 Posts Drives: 2014 320i 2013 328i Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: glens falls ny iTrader: (0)	Mobil 93 for me.
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jd_perspective Captain 344 Rep 906 Posts Drives: 2016 X3 35i M-Sport Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Orlando, FL iTrader: (0)	I've never noticed a difference... not wasting that money! they're a good 50c higher than the Wawa next door... __________________ 2016 X3 35i M-Sport 2019 440i Coupe M-Sport - Retired 2018 330i Sedan M-Sport - Retired 2015 428i Gran Coupe M-Sport - Retired
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Jmhai328i New Member 5 Rep 23 Posts Drives: 2015 328i Sportline RWD Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Asheville, NC iTrader: (0)	Have yet to fill up, mostly will go with the Shell V, station is right down the street.
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KGB_123_99 Captain 404 Rep 962 Posts Drives: '17 330ix M-Sport, '09 528ix Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Montreal, QC iTrader: (0)	I run Costco gas most of the time. The only downside is that they make you buy 1000L at a time. No but really, I haven't noticed any difference between Costco gas (Husky energy here in Canada) and Shell.
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Gen13 F36 Brigadier General 1599 Rep 3,748 Posts Drives: 428i Gran Coupe Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Los Angeles, CA iTrader: (1)	It's all non sense when someone see the difference. It just your driving style that week that provided you with an extra miles per gallon.
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