Which premium diesel fuel do you recommend?

I'm a bit confused as to which is currently the best fuel to use in my Volkswagen group 2.0 TDI CR engine. Could you please confirm which is now the best diesel fuel, or is there really no difference?

Asked on 12 August 2012 by JW, Stamford Bridge

Answered by Honest John

BP Ultimate diesel was very good but, if the engine has any sort of problem to cope with, such as accidentally putting a few litres of petrol in, then the extra lubricity of Shell V-Power should save its life. Also, if you are concerned about long life of the injectors at £350 a pop, then V-Power remains the best. For day-to-day mileage, Shell Fuelsave is cheaper and gives good mpg.

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