Engine Oil for Cold Climate
09-30-20, 11:10 AM
#16
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You`ll be fine either way. Any brand of 0w30 is fine, heck if supertech is available from walmart use that. The most important rule with longevity of a motor is of course using the right spec oil, but more so making sure its changed at regular intervals with a good filter (not cheapo crap).
09-30-20, 11:19 AM
#17
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0w30 at $10-15/quart vs 5w30 ultra penzoil at $2/quart
To each their own. While they are undeniable benefits to going 0w30, the ROI on this is arguable and personal choice. Lexus designed that motor to withstand those cold temps during the testing and development on the ES with 5w30, that too with oil with now outdated standards.
To each their own. While they are undeniable benefits to going 0w30, the ROI on this is arguable and personal choice. Lexus designed that motor to withstand those cold temps during the testing and development on the ES with 5w30, that too with oil with now outdated standards.
$2 USD/ Quart Of 5W-30 Penzoil Ultra plat? It costs around $55 to $60 CAD + Tax for a 5 L can (~5.2 US Quart) at Canadian Tire. I buy it when it's on sale at $36 CAD. By your estimate, a 5L can should cost around $13 CAD.
09-30-20, 11:33 AM
#18
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0w30 at $10-15/quart vs 5w30 ultra penzoil at $2/quart
To each their own. While they are undeniable benefits to going 0w30, the ROI on this is arguable and personal choice. Lexus designed that motor to withstand those cold temps during the testing and development on the ES with 5w30, that too with oil with now outdated standards.
To each their own. While they are undeniable benefits to going 0w30, the ROI on this is arguable and personal choice. Lexus designed that motor to withstand those cold temps during the testing and development on the ES with 5w30, that too with oil with now outdated standards.
5 L 5W-30 Ultra Platinum. Minimum operating temperature: -38 C
5 L 0W-30 Platinum (Not Ultra Platinum). Minimum operating temperature: -42 C
09-30-20, 08:22 PM
#19
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My oil change is almost always based on the 6 month interval rather the KM since I dont drive a whole lot. Given the cost difference and considering the fact I will only be changing oil once during Winter, I can justify the extra cost.
$2 USD/ Quart Of 5W-30 Penzoil Ultra plat? It costs around $55 to $60 CAD + Tax for a 5 L can (~5.2 US Quart) at Canadian Tire. I buy it when it's on sale at $36 CAD. By your estimate, a 5L can should cost around $13 CAD.
$2 USD/ Quart Of 5W-30 Penzoil Ultra plat? It costs around $55 to $60 CAD + Tax for a 5 L can (~5.2 US Quart) at Canadian Tire. I buy it when it's on sale at $36 CAD. By your estimate, a 5L can should cost around $13 CAD.
Synthetic=synthetic base stock oil are usually much longer in engine oil pan shelf life.
Again your overthinking the brand value. As long as your not buying oil from a sketchy seller, and as long as its certified for the 0w30 you`ll be fine. There are only soo many makers of engine oil (even toyota and other carmakers outsource their requirements).
Toyota/BMW mobil
Supertech Citgo
Amazon basics etc etc
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09-30-20, 08:33 PM
#20
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I have a 2018 XJL that I change the oil in every 8 months (recommended is every 12 months or 25,000 KM). the car gets rarely driven hence I feel the need to change it earlier than recommended.
Is Platinum vs Ultra Platinum something to consider? I can't find 0W-30 Penzoil Ultra Plat
09-30-20, 08:38 PM
#21
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At those prices the decisions easy. Why 6 months if your not driving a whole lot? You`d be fine to go a whole year at that point. Dino=nonsynthetic base oil would be 6 months tops
Synthetic=synthetic base stock oil are usually much longer in engine oil pan shelf life.
Again your overthinking the brand value. As long as your not buying oil from a sketchy seller, and as long as its certified for the 0w30 you`ll be fine. There are only soo many makers of engine oil (even toyota and other carmakers outsource their requirements).
Toyota/BMW mobil
Supertech Citgo
Amazon basics etc etc
Synthetic=synthetic base stock oil are usually much longer in engine oil pan shelf life.
Again your overthinking the brand value. As long as your not buying oil from a sketchy seller, and as long as its certified for the 0w30 you`ll be fine. There are only soo many makers of engine oil (even toyota and other carmakers outsource their requirements).
Toyota/BMW mobil
Supertech Citgo
Amazon basics etc etc
09-30-20, 08:42 PM
#22
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Thank you: coolsaber, Tolian21, Lexus2000 and LjeksesES for all your input. Next oil change will be with 0W-30. I will post an update on overall engine sound, vibration (if any) and performance in November.
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