California is the largest E85 market by volume. Prices can run $1-2 cheaper than premium gas, making it popular with both flex-fuel daily drivers and the performance tuning community.
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Cities with E85 in California
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See all 620 stations in California with ethanol percentages, verified badges, and community reports.
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How many E85 stations are in California?
There are currently 620 E85 stations tracked in California on E85 Scout. The most stations are in Los Angeles, San Diego, Bakersfield, San Bernardino, Fresno.
Where can I find E85 near me in California?
Use E85 Scout to find E85 stations near you in California. The app shows all 620 stations with community-reported ethanol percentages and verified station badges.
What ethanol percentage is E85 in California?
E85 in California can legally contain anywhere from 51% to 85% ethanol. Winter blends typically drop to 65-75%. Summer blends run 80-85%. E85 Scout shows community-tested ethanol percentages at each station.
Data sourced from NREL and the E85 Scout community. Last generated: 2026-03-06.