Understanding E20 Fuel

What it means for your Volkswagen

E20 Fuel is a blend of ethanol and petrol that the government has mandated to reduce the country's carbon emissions. Read the information below to understand what it means for your Volkswagen and drive with complete peace of mind.

Frequently asked questions

• What is E20 Fuel?

  E20 fuel is a blend of gasoline and ethanol, containing 20% ethanol. It is a more environmentally friendly alternative to regular gasoline.

• Are Volkswagen cars E20 compatible?

  Yes, components of Volkswagen gasoline (BSVI) cars sold after 01st April 2020 are compatible with E20 fuel.

• My Volkswagen car has a fuel flap sticker of E5 / E10. Is it still E20 compatible?

  Yes, even if the fuel flap sticker states E5 or E10, components for all Volkswagen gasoline cars sold after 01st April 2020 are compatible with E20 Fuel.

• Will using E20 fuel in my older vehicle (prior to April 1st 2020) cause any failure in my Vehicle?

  Components of your Volkswagen cars sold prior to April 1st 2020 were not evaluated for E20 fuel. However, based on findings of tests conducted by the government agencies on older vehicles, we understand that the use of E20 fuel should not have a significant impact on older vehicles. We urge our customers to refill fuel from authorised fuel stations to avoid any adulterated fuel in order to prevent any damage during usage.

• My car was delivered on April 1st 2022. Will the warranty become void if I use E20 fuel in an E10-certified Petrol car?

  For cars sold after April 1st 2020, usage of E20 fuel will not void the warranty. Please note that standard Volkswagen warranty guidelines apply.

• My car was delivered prior to April 1st 2020. Will the extended/part warranty get void if I use E20 fuel in an E10/E5 certified Petrol car?

  Please note, your car is designed to run on E10/E5 Petrol blend; its components are not evaluated for compatibility with E20 Fuel. Your extended/part warranty will not be void. However, failures occurring due to the violation of manufacturer guidelines will not be supported under Volkswagen's extended/part warranty.

• Is Volkswagen considering any 'kit' for converting old cars into E20-compatible cars?

  No, this is not under consideration currently.