What kind of gas does Dodge Dart use?
The Dodge Dart, produced in the United States from 2013 to 2016, runs on gasoline (petrol). All US-market Darts used gasoline engines, with no diesel, electric, or flex-fuel variants offered. Fuel recommendations and engine options varied by year and trim, but regular unleaded gasoline is the standard requirement.
Engine options in the Dodge Dart
To understand the gas you need, it helps to know what powered the Dart. In the US market, the available gasoline engines were four-cylinders, with two primary options across the model years.
- 2.0-liter Tigershark I4 — a naturally aspirated gasoline engine
- 2.4-liter Tigershark MultiAir II I4 — a higher-output gasoline engine
Note: These were the mainstream US configurations. Some international markets or special trims historically used different powertrains, but the US Dodge Dart lineup did not include diesel, turbocharged variants, or alternate fuels beyond gasoline.
Fuel requirements and octane guidelines
Fuel specifications are central to proper operation and efficiency. The Dart’s engine family is designed for common, everyday fuel, but there are specifics to follow in the owner’s manual.
- Fuel type: Regular unleaded gasoline
- Octane rating: Minimum 87 (AKI) for standard use; higher-octane fuel is not required for regular Dart engines
Using higher-octane fuel doesn’t necessarily improve performance on these non-turbo, naturally aspirated engines and typically costs more. Always consult the exact recommendations for your year and engine in the owner’s manual.
Notes by year and market
From 2013 through 2016, US-spec Dodge Darts offered the 2.0L and 2.4L gasoline engines. Export markets could have had slight variations, but there were no diesel, flex-fuel, or plug-in variants offered in the United States during its production run.
Summary
In short, the Dodge Dart uses gasoline—specifically regular unleaded fuel rated at 87 octane or higher. Its US models were equipped with 2.0L or 2.4L Tigershark gasoline engines, and there were no diesel, electric, or flex-fuel options in the U.S. market. For best results, follow the octane guidance in your owner's manual and use the fuel type specified for your year and engine.
What kind of gas does a 2014 Dodge Dart take?
The 2014 Dodge Dart uses regular unleaded (87 octane) for the 2.0L and 2.4L engines. The 1.4L Turbo engine can use 87 octane, but 91 octane premium fuel is recommended for optimal performance.
- For the 2.0L and 2.4L engines: Use regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87.
- For the 1.4L Turbo engine: Use regular unleaded gasoline (87 octane) if needed, but 91 octane premium is the recommended fuel for best performance.
Does a Dodge Dart take regular gas?
All of the engines can run on regular gas, though the turbo four-cylinder prefers premium for maximum performance. As of this writing, EPA gas-mileage estimates have been released only for select powertrains.
What type of gas does a 2013 Dodge Dart take?
The 2013 Dodge Dart requires regular unleaded gasoline (87 octane) for the 2.0L and 2.4L engines, while the 1.4L turbo engine recommends 89 or 91 octane fuel, though it can run on 87 octane as well. For the turbo engine, 91 or 93 octane is preferred for optimal performance, especially in hotter weather. Some models are also E85 flex-fuel capable, using a mix of 85% ethanol and 15% gasoline.
Engine-specific requirements
- 2.0L and 2.4L engines: Use regular unleaded (87 octane).
- 1.4L turbo engine:
- Recommended: 89 or 91 octane.
- Minimum: 87 octane is acceptable, but performance may be slightly reduced.
- Optimal: 91 or 93 octane for best performance and throttle response, especially in high temperatures.
Additional fuel types
- E85 flex-fuel: Some 2013 Darts were built to be E85 capable, but this is not a universal feature for all models. You can check if your specific car is E85 capable by looking for the flex-fuel label or checking your owner's manual.
- Unleaded 88: Unleaded 88 can be used in any gasoline-powered vehicle 2001 and newer, including the 2013 Dodge Dart.
What type of gas does a 2016 Dodge Dart take?
Fuel & MPG
| Cost to Drive | $112/mo |
|---|---|
| Fuel type | Regular unleaded |
| EPA city/highway MPG | 25/36 MPG |
