Yes.....Non-S models run fine on regular fuel.
Not true. I've put regular gas in my 2003 mini S from day one - and it runs fine.
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reason why the S model needs premium gas is because of the super charger. theirs a higher compression ratio.
they will start to "knock" after a while. if u run it hard then I'll degrade the engine much faster.
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My Mini S has 82K miles on it. I drive it very hard. It's never knocked. Runs smooth as can be... and I've NEVER put premium gas in it. No need to waist the money!
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