Does Anyone Use VPower Diesel?

JimG · Oct 7th, 2011, 08:49

When the switch to Super Unleaded solved a bunch of issues with our T5 motors at work, I started using it in my own T5. I got noticeably better performance in terms of acceleration, smoothness and also got more miles from a tank of fuel.

I'm wondering, although the XC90 couldn't be classed as a high performance vehicle, the engine still has to work hard as it's such a big vehicle.

Does anyone regularly use "Super" diesel or VPower Diesel? If so, what improvements have you noticed?

Has anyone tried said fuels and not noticed any difference?

I accidentally filled a whole tank with VPower diesel. I reckon it cost about £7-8 more but I got the best economy so far out of that tank. Even if the added cost outweighs the better MPG; it must be better for the engine surely???

Ron_XC90 · Oct 7th, 2011, 09:32

I haven't used V-power but do believe I can feel a difference between supermarket diesel and diesel from our local Total. As the price difference is only 1p I prefer to use that.
Maybe it's me, but engine seems to run 'rougher' on Tesco/Morisson's diesel...

TruckbusUK · Oct 7th, 2011, 12:54

Not sure if this sort of thing is approved, but have a look at this discussion thread in the Renault Forums, its from July 2007 ..... I believe its marketing and a Cetane increase .... but it was very noticable on the Espace ... but not so much so in the Tank.

hope it helps

http://www.renaultforums.co.uk/showthread.php?t=25472

moncman · Oct 7th, 2011, 13:10

I put a tankfull of Total Excellium (Diesel Extra) when in France as it was only a couple of cents more per litre compared to 5+ pence that it commands back here in the UK.

Car was indeed smoother more responsive and cracked 40mpg an a run to Futurescope, an increase of about 15% over what i would have expected given the road conditions/speed.

The Mad Rapper · Oct 7th, 2011, 15:34

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Originally Posted by moncman

I put a tankfull of Total Excellium (Diesel Extra) when in France as it was only a couple of cents more per litre compared to 5+ pence that it commands back here in the UK.

Car was indeed smoother more responsive and cracked 40mpg an a run to Futurescope, an increase of about 15% over what i would have expected given the road conditions/speed.

That's amazing! So the extra cost could potentially be recouped with greater economy? Interesting! I may give it a spin the next time I fill up.

P.S. Did you like Futurescope? I went a few years ago when we were staying in the Loire Valley. Was a good day out!

The Hooded Claw · Oct 7th, 2011, 15:37

Read My post from Yesterday >>>>>>>>>>>>>>http://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showthread.php?t=135637

Keith

Oct 7th, 2011, 08:49	#1
JimG Premier Member Last Online: May 6th, 2024 10:16 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Kent	Does Anyone Use VPower Diesel? When the switch to Super Unleaded solved a bunch of issues with our T5 motors at work, I started using it in my own T5. I got noticeably better performance in terms of acceleration, smoothness and also got more miles from a tank of fuel. I'm wondering, although the XC90 couldn't be classed as a high performance vehicle, the engine still has to work hard as it's such a big vehicle. Does anyone regularly use "Super" diesel or VPower Diesel? If so, what improvements have you noticed? Has anyone tried said fuels and not noticed any difference? I accidentally filled a whole tank with VPower diesel. I reckon it cost about £7-8 more but I got the best economy so far out of that tank. Even if the added cost outweighs the better MPG; it must be better for the engine surely??? __________________ XC90 - 2007 D5 SE LUX www.alignmycar.co.uk www.rearfacing.co.uk

Oct 7th, 2011, 09:32	#2
Ron_XC90 Master Member Last Online: May 19th, 2014 11:33 Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Redditch View Photos By: Ron_XC90	I haven't used V-power but do believe I can feel a difference between supermarket diesel and diesel from our local Total. As the price difference is only 1p I prefer to use that. Maybe it's me, but engine seems to run 'rougher' on Tesco/Morisson's diesel... __________________ Chrysler Grand Voyager 2.8 CRD Limited 2010 XC90 D5 SE Geartronic, MY2008 (Now sold) Mitsi Pajero 2.8TD Super Exceed '96 (My Toy) Member of the Gloucestershire & Worcestershire 4x4 Response group. www.gw4x4r.co.uk

Oct 7th, 2011, 12:54	#3
TruckbusUK Petrolhead+Lots of Diesel Last Online: Jun 22nd, 2024 18:30 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Glasgow	Not sure if this sort of thing is approved, but have a look at this discussion thread in the Renault Forums, its from July 2007 ..... I believe its marketing and a Cetane increase .... but it was very noticable on the Espace ... but not so much so in the Tank. hope it helps http://www.renaultforums.co.uk/showthread.php?t=25472 __________________ BMW X3 Msport MHEV 2020MY & VW Beetle Design 1.2Tsi DSG 2014MY Previous XC90 D5 SELux Geartronic 2009MY

Oct 7th, 2011, 15:37	#6
The Hooded Claw Owner Volvovehiclesclub Last Online: Apr 4th, 2014 12:18 Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Choosing which Volvo to go out in Today !!! lex parsimoniae View Photos By: The Hooded Claw	Read My post from Yesterday >>>>>>>>>>>>>>http://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showthread.php?t=135637 Keith __________________ 2000 C70 T5 Phase 1 240 Bhp in Saffron Orange ("SAPPHIRE") 2001 S80 2435cc Now with Andy Northface () 1994 960 CD 3.0 Estate ("The Purple Monster") VOC 25900 lex parsimoniae

Oct 7th, 2011, 13:10	#4
moncman Senior Member Last Online: Mar 17th, 2024 10:03 Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Grantham	I put a tankfull of Total Excellium (Diesel Extra) when in France as it was only a couple of cents more per litre compared to 5+ pence that it commands back here in the UK. Car was indeed smoother more responsive and cracked 40mpg an a run to Futurescope, an increase of about 15% over what i would have expected given the road conditions/speed.

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