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Filled up with E10 instead of E5?


At a glance: E10 is only a problem if your manufacturer has not approved it. If it was only a small amount, top up with low-ethanol Super Plus and the mixture is not critical. If the tank is full of E10, it should be pumped out. Advice around the clock: 0177 3555403.

E10 is a petrol that contains up to 10% bioethanol. You can use E10 if it is approved by your vehicle manufacturer. 

Filling up with the wrong fuel, E10, will not cause any immediate problems when starting the engine. However, accidentally filling up with E10 can cause lasting damage.

In this case, top up with a low-ethanol fuel such as Super Plus to achieve a safe ethanol blend. If your vehicle's tank is full of E10, it must be drained.

Further information: E5, E10. 

Frequently asked questions

What is E10?

A petrol with up to 10 % bioethanol; E5 contains up to 5 %. E10 has been sold at German filling stations since 2011.

Can my car run on E10?

Vehicles from November 2010 onwards generally yes, and many older ones too. A look at the fuel filler flap or the owner's manual is often enough. For older vehicles the DAT list “E10 compatibility of motor vehicles” applies; the manufacturer or a workshop can also tell you.

What can E10 do to a car that is not approved for it?

The ethanol can attack seals and cause corrosion. Leaks in the fuel system are also a safety risk.

What should I do if I filled up with E10 instead of E5?

If it is a small amount, top up with low-ethanol Super Plus; the mixture is then not critical. If the tank is full of E10, it should be pumped out. We give advice around the clock: +49 177 3555403.

And if E10 is in a diesel tank?

Then you have petrol in a diesel: do not start the engine and leave the ignition off. In common-rail and unit-injector diesels even small amounts of petrol cause damage.

What does pumping out cost?

On-site pump-out costs from €95 incl. VAT, usually around €300 including call-out and disposal, never more than €600. We give you the fixed price by phone in advance: +49 177 3555403.

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