15 Best Motor Oils for Winter

The Mannol 5W-40 engine oil presented in our rating, despite the budget cost, has a number of advantages.When choosing which oil to use in winter for better engine performance, many make a choice in its favor. Despite the fact that most users consider this product to be semi-synthetic, the oil is declared by the manufacturer as pure synthetics.

The basis of this lubricant is created by hydrocracking, and the added additive package provides high washing characteristics. Maintaining the perfect cleanliness of all parts of the motor, lubrication protects it from premature wear. Viscosity stability over a wide temperature range allows Mannol 5W-40 to be used all year round, while it demonstrates better pumpability in low temperature conditions - up to -40 ° C. This grease has increased resistance to burnout and can be safely used in vehicles with a recommended extended drain interval.

All-weather synthetics Neste City Pro 5W-40 is made in accordance with the stringent requirements of automakers. Thanks to this, this oil can be used in the most modern cars with gasoline and diesel engines, including those with turbocharging. Since the presented motor lubricant shows a stable viscosity in the coldest conditions, it will be the best choice for winter. The oil will ensure high performance of the power unit and its uninterrupted operation even at temperatures of -45 ° C.

The main advantage of Neste City Pro 5W-40 engine oil is its ability to return the engine to its original cleanliness of internal surfaces.This is possible due to the presence of highly effective additives that literally dissolve all the sludge and soot, bringing it out during the next lubricant change. The reviews note the best detergent and low-temperature properties of this oil, which allow not only to maintain engine parts in perfect order, but also provide easy starting of the engine in cold weather.

One of the manufacturers of motor oils recommended by the VAZ plant is the American company Exxon Mobil. An excellent choice for owners of domestic vehicles who spend the whole winter on the road is Super 3000 X1 5W-40. Thanks to the synthetic base, the viscosity is maintained at low temperatures throughout the entire service life. The oil is suitable for intensive use of cars, both on highways and in a metropolis. The use of unique additives allows you to reliably protect engine parts from wear and corrosion.

Car owners who decided to pour this oil into the power unit immediately appreciated the high consumer qualities. It is easier to start the engine in cold weather, the oil level remains unchanged until the replacement. In summer, there is increased waste when driving at high speeds.

For regular trips in winter, the motor requires synthetics, which retains its viscosity at low temperatures. Oil Gazpromneft Premium N 5W-40 is an inexpensive, but high-quality material with an extended service life.It is recommended to pour it into gasoline and diesel engines of domestic and foreign cars. The use of modern technologies has made it possible to reduce the consumption of lubricant for waste, to increase the resistance of parts to corrosion.

Domestic car owners are advised to choose this oil for several reasons. First, consumers are pleased with the affordable price. Secondly, the manufacturer has provided reliable protection of its product against counterfeiting. Thirdly, the engine starts confidently in a harsh winter. Some owners note the disappearance of such a problem as waste.

The Russian company Lukoil produces high-quality semi-synthetic oils. Product LUKOIL Lux SL/CF 10W-40 is an all-weather lubricant for petrol and diesel power units. Oil can be poured into the engines of domestic VAZ cars, imported cars, minibuses and commercial trucks. The use of semi-synthetics from Lukoil increases the service life of engines due to easy starting and reliable protection against corrosion. Combustion products do not have a destructive effect on the automotive catalyst.

The opinions of domestic motorists agree that this semi-synthetics has excellent quality at an affordable price. Only at frosts below -20 degrees thickening of the product is noted.

BP Visco 7000 is a high performance motor oil designed for use in the most advanced engines and offers superior performance. Due to the high degree of purification, this lubricant is also recommended to be poured into engines equipped with catalytic converter systems or particulate filters. The presented synthetics minimize the harmfulness of exhaust gases and contribute to a noticeable reduction in fuel consumption, as indicated by numerous reviews.

BP Visco 7000 engine oil guarantees the best engine protection throughout the entire period of use, regardless of the vehicle's intensity of use and environmental conditions. Due to the preservation of all characteristics at low temperatures in winter, this lubricant will provide easy starting of the engine, down to -30 ° C. Thanks to a complex of highly effective additives, the oil prevents the formation of various deposits and keeps the most vulnerable engine parts clean. Regular use of lubricant leads to an increase in service life without overhaul.

When choosing an engine oil that should ensure efficient engine operation in winter, you should pay attention to IDEMITSU Zepro Touring 5W-30. The presented product is made using the unique technology of Idemitsu Kosan Co and combines the best performance characteristics of PAO and HC synthetics.This oil has optimal viscosity-temperature characteristics, due to which, at low temperatures, it guarantees easy operation of the starter and quick engine start.

Due to the high degree of purification in this oil, the content of sulfur and nitrogen is minimized, which, in turn, increases the resistance of the lubricant to evaporation and oxidation, and the mileage interval between replacements is extended. Users who have switched to using this synthetic and began to fill the product on a regular basis note tangible fuel savings in the reviews. The anti-friction and dispersant components of the additive provide cleanliness and reliable protection of the motor under heavy loads.

MOBIS Turbo SYN Energy Saving Engine Oil is recommended for all-weather use by automotive giants such as Hyundai and KIA. At the same time, the lubricant is excellent for engines of other brands of machines with the appropriate approval. However, engine oil should be used carefully - the product is very popular on the market, which is why there are too many fakes. The manufacturer promptly responded to such an "unhealthy" interest, strengthening the protection of the original packaging.

By choosing to permanently fill the engine with MOBIS Turbo SYN Gasoline 5W-30, owners expect the oil to be easy to operate in the winter. Lubrication effectively removes everything superfluous from the walls of parts and oil supply channels, facilitating the operation of the unit. Judging by the reviews, the lubricant reliably protects the friction pairs in the motor, providing easy scrolling and a quick start in harsh weather conditions.Of course, this engine oil is not for the Far North, but in frosts down to -30 ° C it behaves in the best way, which allowed this lubricant to become a full member of our rating.

The most suitable oil for low cost diesel vehicles is SHELL Helix Ultra ECT C2/C3 0W-30. Chemists from the UK and the Netherlands have created an advanced formula that reliably protects engine parts from the harmful effects of diesel combustion products. Innovative synthetics are able to improve the technical parameters of the engine, reduce exhaust toxicity. The power unit starts without problems in the most severe Russian winter.

Many owners are encouraged to fill in this oil with the recommendations of car manufacturers. They do not regret it, because the reviews show that the SHELL Helix Ultra ECT C2 / C3 0W-30 product fully copes with its duties.

Especially for TOYOTA cars, an oil of the same name has been developed. TOYOTA SN 5W-30 is recommended for the entire range of cars with petrol engines. Its popularity is due to its high technical characteristics. Among them, it is worth highlighting the possibility of operating the machine at low temperatures, the presence of unique antioxidants, and energy-saving properties. The oil prevents the deposition of soot on parts, saves the life of oil seals and other sealing products. The product is supplied in metal cans, making it difficult to counterfeit.

Toyota owners in Russia, who regularly fill in this oil, are satisfied with the easy start of the engine, the cleanliness of the power unit. The engine runs quietly in any weather. Some buyers are not satisfied with the price.

The latest generation XENUM WRX 5W-40 engine oil presented in our rating has a number of unique characteristics due to the combination of innovative additives and an ester base with a 1% ceramic content. At the same time, despite the high-tech nature of this lubricant, it can be safely poured into the engine of cars manufactured before 1990. This product has one of the best viscosity indexes, which indicates a guarantee of reliable motor protection under critical loads and freezing temperatures in winter.

The durable oil film of XENUM WRX 5W-40 synthetics envelops all components in the engine, preventing friction and premature wear. Also, the use of this engine oil provides noticeable fuel savings - up to 7%. This increases not only the performance of the engine, but also seriously reduces the noise during its operation. This is confirmed in most of the reviews for this product.This oil exhibits better resistance to burnout and aging, which can significantly increase the duration of use between changes.

What kind of oil to fill in your car in order to calmly start it at an air temperature approaching -40 ° C? Most drivers will stay at home on such days, and only those using LIQUI MOLY Synthoil Longtime Plus 0W-30 (or other lubricant presented in our review), wrapped up warmly, will go to warm up the engine.

Equally suitable for diesel and gasoline engines, this engine oil provides easy engine starting in winter, fuel economy, oxidation suppression, low waste consumption and slow aging. There is also protection against engine overheating (it has a high heat capacity). In addition, the owners in the reviews note excellent washing qualities and the absence of new deposits in the engine. Also, when using, many drivers recommend making sure not only that the product is compatible with the engine, but also that the engine oil is genuine.

The pour point of this oil is at -52 ° C, which allows it to be used in engines operating in harsh climatic conditions. The lubricant has a high viscosity coefficient and forms a strong oil film on the rubbing surfaces of engine parts.Good pumpability in the system and safe start of the power plant is possible even in severe frosts, when the thermometer mark drops below -35 ° C.

This is the best lubricant you can imagine - such characteristics are given in their reviews by motorists who began to fill in Arctic Low SAPS ALS engine oil in winter conditions. With its help, it is possible not only to reduce fuel consumption (even at high operating loads). The oil ages very slowly (high-quality synthetics with a minimum content of impurities), prolongs the "life" of particulate filters or TCW type catalysts (three-way) and has a low volatility.

In cars equipped with powerful engines, it is better to fill in Motul 8100 X-cess 5W40 synthetic oil in winter. The French product has excellent resistance to the aggressive effects of combustion products. The oil film reduces the friction of parts in loaded diesel and gasoline engines. This oil is recommended for use by such well-known auto giants as GM, BMW, Porsche, MB, Renault and VW. It is allowed to use during the warranty period of the car.

Car owners recommend choosing this type of oil not only for expensive foreign cars. Some caring owners of VAZ cars pour Motul 8100 X-cess 5W40 into the engine, which has a positive effect on work in winter. Among the shortcomings, users indicate the high consumption of material and its price.

Castrol Turbo Diesel 0W-30 is a synthetic oil designed specifically for heavily loaded diesel engines with turbines. It reduces the level of emissions of hazardous compounds into the atmosphere, ensures the cleanliness of the exhaust tract. Meets the stringent requirements of such automakers as BMW, Mercedes, Volkswagen. The latest TITANIUM FST™ technologies are used in the manufacturing process, which make the protective film durable. It withstands extreme loads, forming an impact-absorbing layer.

Domestic car owners in the reviews confirm the high quality of the product. The engine runs quietly, starts even in Siberian frosts, from replacement to replacement it is not required to pour additional portions. Doesn't darken over time.