10 best engine oils for Renault Sandero

 
  Name
  Rating
  Nomination

The best synthetic engine oil for Renault Sandero

1 SHELL Helix Ultra 4.82
The most reliable protection
2 ZIC X7 DIESEL 4.78
The best ratio of price and quality
3 MOBIL Super 3000 X1 4.61
The most popular motor oil
4 LUKOIL Lux 4.59
Best brand product
5 Mannol 7707 O.E.M. 4.23

The best semi-synthetic engine oil for Renault Sandero

1 SHELL Motor Oil 4.57
Best price
2 LIQUI MOLY Optimal Synth 4.55
Special production technology
3 Gazprom Neft Premium L 4.51
Availability of AAI certificate
4 Bardahl XTC 4.15
Popular American brand
5 MOBIS Super Extra Gasoline 3.66

In 2007, Renault created a local revolution. She developed a new platform called VO. It is on its basis that the new Sandero, later Stepway, is based, as well as a number of cars designed several years after. Sandero is a family hatchback, whose main task was to save the user's money. Small engines with minimal consumption of fuels and lubricants made this car very popular. It was produced in dozens of countries and went through two revisions. True, in the motor part there are practically no special differences between the first and second generation:

Marking

Engine volume

The amount of oil to be filled

Horsepower

K7M

1.6

3.4

84

K4M

1.6

4.8

102

H4M

1.6

4.3

114

These are the engines of the first revision. They also moved to the next generation, but were diluted with the smallest K7J engine with a volume of only 1.4 liters and a power of 75 horsepower.

There are no problems with the choice of oil for Renault Sandero.The manufacturer recommends using the original Elf Evolution or any alternative with API classification - SJ, SH, SL for engines manufactured before 2012 and SM, SN for later modifications. There are also no viscosity recommendations. It is selected depending on the climatic characteristics of the region in which the car will be operated. In temperate climates, without extreme temperatures in winter or summer, the best option is to use all-weather lubricants labeled 10W-40, 10W-30 or 5W-40. As for the synthetic or semi-synthetic base, everything is up to the user's choice. Each oil has its own characteristics, as well as advantages and disadvantages.

The best synthetic engine oil for Renault Sandero

Synthetic motor oil has no restrictions on use. It is suitable for engines with any degree of wear. Especially for high mileage. Such a lubricant contains many additives and components aimed at protecting parts and increasing their service life. The only drawback of synthetics is the price. Due to the rather complicated production process, the cost of one liter can exceed a thousand rubles. However, if you have a new car that has not yet wound its first hundreds of kilometers, it makes no sense to fill in such a mixture. Semi-synthetics with a minimum set of additives in the composition are also suitable.

Top 5. Mannol 7707 O.E.M.

Rating (2022): 4.23
Accounted for 59 reviews from resources: Yandex.Market, Ozone, Otzovik
  • Price per liter: 300 rubles.
  • Country: Germany
  • API classification: SN/CF
  • ACEA classification: A5/B5
  • Additional classification: ILSAC (international) GF-4
  • Viscosity: 5W-30
  • Approvals and recommendations: Ford, Volvo
  • Pour point: -45°C

If you have a new Renault Sandero or Stepway, and you decided to fill in synthetics from the very beginning, despite its relative high cost, this engine oil will be a great option. Its main feature is the effect of preserving the structure of the metal. Lubrication reliably protects the modules from wear. According to laboratory tests, erasing is 40% slower and this is definitely the best result. The brand itself is relatively young. It appeared only in 1996. But he immediately declared himself as the most high-tech manufacturer. Each product released under the logo is the result of a long work of laboratory technicians who create the perfect engine oil formula. True, this does not always work out.

Pros and cons
  • Engine life extension
  • Difficult to find in retail

Top 4. LUKOIL Lux

Rating (2022): 4.59
Accounted for 231 feedback from resources: Yandex.Market, Otzovik, IRecommend
Best brand product

The most balanced engine oil in the entire line of the Lukoil brand.

  • Price per liter: 330 rubles.
  • Country Russia
  • API classification: SN/CF
  • ACEA classification: A3/B4
  • Viscosity: 5W-40
  • Tolerances and recommendations: Renault, AVTOVAZ, VW, FIAT
  • Pour point: -44°C

Initially, Lukoil produced only motor oil for VAZ vehicles, taking into account their characteristics. Gradually, the brand began to reach the global level and new modifications were required. There were many experiments, successful and not very successful. And the apogee of everything was the Lux line, in which the developers combined all their best practices. The product is of the highest quality. Perfect balance of additives and reduced sulfur content. Molybdenum in combination with titanium reliably protect parts.And the temperature range allows you to fill in oil in machines operated in extreme cold conditions. In general, in the assortment of the manufacturer, this is definitely the best product.

Pros and cons
  • Universal application
  • Wide temperature range
  • Lots of manufacturing defects and bugs

Top 3. MOBIL Super 3000 X1

Rating (2022): 4.61
Accounted for 1326 reviews from resources: Yandex.Market, Ozone, Otzovik
The most popular motor oil

The product with the most customer reviews.

  • Price per liter: 445 rubles.
  • Country: USA
  • API classification: SN/SM
  • ACEA classification: A3/B3, A3/B4
  • Additional classification: no
  • Viscosity: 5W-40
  • Approvals and recommendations: VW, Porsche, Peugeot, Citroen, Renault, AVTOVAZ, Opel
  • Pour point: -44°C

If the positions in our rating were distributed based solely on the number of reviews, then this motor oil would definitely take the first line, seriously overtaking its competitors. There are really a lot of laudatory comments on the network, but here it should be understood that they are left not only by the owners of Renault Sandero or Stepway, but by drivers of tractors, buses and other special equipment. This is a universal oil that works great in any engine, whether it's a "baby" 1.6 or a powerful mining truck engine. The degree of wear of parts is not important either. Oil can be poured into both new modifications and badly shabby ones. Special additives perfectly compensate for gaps and remove slag from the crankcase.

Pros and cons
  • Universal composition
  • Lots of positive feedback
  • Can be used in used and unused engines
  • Variable quality depending on the manufacturer's plant

Top 2. ZIC X7 DIESEL

Rating (2022): 4.78
Accounted for 75 reviews from resources: Yandex.Market, Ozone, Otzovik, IRecommend
The best ratio of price and quality

Attractive price for a high performance product.

  • Price per liter: 320 rubles.
  • Country: South Korea
  • API classification: CF/SL, SL
  • ACEA classification: A3/B3, A3/B4
  • Additional classification: no
  • Viscosity: 5W-30
  • Approvals and recommendations: VW, Opel, GM, Renault
  • Pour point: -43°C

Despite the presence of the word "diesel" in the product name, this engine oil is primarily for gasoline engines. Its main feature is a significant reduction in sulphated ash, phosphorus and sulfur. There are very few of them, literally on the verge of necessity. Back in 2005, the European Union introduced new requirements regarding this aspect, and Zik was the first to introduce a special production technology. We also note an attractive price tag, other things being equal. It becomes even more interesting after you learn about the cost-effectiveness of the product. This oil needs to be changed much less frequently.

Pros and cons
  • Economy
  • Affordable price
  • Reduced content of harmful components
  • Small assortment

Top 1. SHELL Helix Ultra

Rating (2022): 4.82
Accounted for 510 reviews from resources: Yandex.Market, Ozone, Otzovik
The most reliable protection

Oil with a well balanced set of additives providing the best engine protection.

  • Price per liter: 550 rubles.
  • Country: USA-Netherlands
  • API Classification: SL/CF
  • ACEA classification: A3/B3, A3/B4
  • Additional classification: no
  • Viscosity: 5W-30
  • Approvals and recommendations: BMW, Renault, VW
  • Pour point: -50°C

Starting from a small shop selling sea shells, over 200 years Shell has grown into a global oil and gas giant. And also producing the best engine oil, which is recommended to be filled in, including in Renault Sandero and Stepway. In terms of fame in the world, Shell has no competitors, so the brand always tries to keep the brand and carefully monitors the quality of its products. Dozens of laboratories work on the basis of the company, constantly introducing new technologies. Oil can be poured into any engine, regardless of its degree of wear. And even despite not the most affordable prices, the brand's products remain one of the most popular.

Pros and cons
  • Special production technologies
  • Unique set of additives
  • High quality
  • Often there are fakes that are difficult to recognize

The best semi-synthetic engine oil for Renault Sandero

Semi-synthetic oil is produced by mixing a mineral base and a set of additives. Not all components can be added to such a mixture, so the product is obtained with lower characteristics compared to synthetics. There are practically no protective components, and if a gap has already formed between the moving parts, the lubricant does not compensate for it. Semi-synthetics are recommended to be poured into new motors that have not yet received sufficient wear. You can pour a more expensive mixture, but you still won’t extend the resource. This oil is a great way to save money in the first years of owning a car.

Top 5. MOBIS Super Extra Gasoline

Rating (2022): 3.66
Accounted for 20 reviews from resources: Yandex.Market, Ozone, Otzovik,
  • Price per liter: 390 rubles.
  • Country: South Korea
  • API classification: SL
  • ACEA classification: no
  • Additional classification: ILSAC (international) GF-3
  • Viscosity: 5W-30
  • Approvals and recommendations: Hyundai, KIA
  • Pour point: -35°C

Among the owners of Renault Sandero, this engine oil is not the most popular. This is not surprising, since the product is produced by the Hyundai concern and is recommended for cars of this particular brand. But it got into our rating due to the large number of publications in authoritative publications, where testers tried to fill oil in European-made cars, and it showed excellent results. The composition uses double protection in the form of molybdenum and titanium. This significantly increases the working life of the engine and protects the modules from erasure. The product definitely deserves attention, but it will not be easy to find it on the shelves of a regular store due to the narrow specialization of the brand.

Pros and cons
  • Contains molybdenum and titanium
  • Good balance of ingredients
  • Lack of recommendations from European manufacturers

Top 4. Bardahl XTC

Rating (2022): 4.15
Accounted for 70 reviews from resources: Yandex.Market, Ozone, Otzovik
Popular American brand

A manufacturer widely known in America, but not very popular in Russia and the CIS.

  • Price per liter: 400 rubles.
  • Country: USA
  • API classification: SN
  • ACEA classification: C3
  • Additional classification: no
  • Viscosity: 10W-40
  • Pour point: -36°C
  • Approvals and recommendations: VW, BMW, PORSCHE, SAAB, SKODA

Despite the impressive list of recommendations for this oil from world concerns, it is practically not known in Russia. The manufacturer is American and has no production sites in Eastern Europe or Asia. But even so, the price tag is quite attractive, although definitely not the best.In the US, this product is considered one of the most beneficial to use. Its replacement is extremely rare, and there are no restrictions on the age and mileage of the engine. Among the shortcomings, we note the minimum copy-protected container. Although in Russia this oil is extremely rarely faked due to its low popularity among buyers.

Pros and cons
  • Product popular in the USA
  • No copy protection
  • Rarely found in stores

Top 3. Gazprom Neft Premium L

Rating (2022): 4.51
Accounted for 61 feedback from resources: Yandex.Market, Ozone, Otzovik
Availability of AAI certificate

The first oil to receive an official license from the Russian Association of Automotive Engineers.

  • Price per liter: 290 rubles.
  • Country Russia
  • API classification: SN/CF, SL
  • ACEA classification: A3/B4
  • Additional classification: AAI (Russian) B5/D5
  • Viscosity: 5W-40
  • Tolerances and recommendations: AVTOVAZ
  • Pour point: -40°C

When choosing which engine oil to fill in the engine of your car, many of us are used to starting from European and American classifications. At the same time, few people think about the presence of other systems, for example, the Russian AAI. This is an association of automotive engineers that has its own marking sheet. According to him, the oil has a B5 / D5 standard. This indicates the possibility of use in gasoline and diesel engines. And the number 5 is one of the top ones. Simply put, the lubricant is of very high quality, but it is practically not known outside of Russia. That is why only VAZ is in the recommendations, although the testers tried to pour oil into Renault and were satisfied with the result.

Pros and cons
  • High degree of purification
  • Original container design
  • Less popular product outside of Russia

Top 2. LIQUI MOLY Optimal Synth

Rating (2022): 4.55
Accounted for 56 reviews from resources: Yandex.Market, Otzovik
Special production technology

The product is made using a special technology patented by the brand.

  • Price per liter: 600 rubles.
  • Country: Germany
  • API classification: SN/CF
  • ACEA classification: A3/B4
  • Additional classification: ILSAC (international) GF-4
  • Viscosity: 5W-40
  • Approvals and recommendations: VW, Porsche, BMW, AVTOVAZ, Opel, Renault
  • Pour point: -32°C

LIQUI MOLY engine oil is produced in Germany, but the Optimal Synth model was developed specifically for Russia, a region with a predominantly harsh climate and sudden temperature changes. Here is a perfectly balanced set of additives used in such countries. For Renault Sandero or Stepway, this is a great replacement for the original, especially if your car is not made in the brand's homeland. The lubricant is suitable for any engine, even with high mileage. Despite the semi-synthetic component, it has high rates of protection against thorns and gap compensation. But the price is a clear disadvantage. For non-synthetic oil, the product is quite expensive.

Pros and cons
  • Special set of additives for the Russian climate
  • Possibility of use in used engines
  • The presence of molybdenum in the composition
  • Pretty high price

Top 1. SHELL Motor Oil

Rating (2022): 4.57
Accounted for 117 reviews from resources: Yandex.Market, Ozone, Otzovik, IRecommend
Best price

Budget engine oil from a popular manufacturer.

  • Price per liter: 170 rubles.
  • Country: USA
  • API classification: SL
  • ACEA classification: no
  • Additional classification: no
  • Viscosity: 10W-40
  • Tolerances and recommendations: no
  • Pour point: -40°C

Probably every car owner has heard of Shell, which, according to many, produces the best motor oil. Brand products always have high quality and, accordingly, prices. Not every motorist can afford to fill in such an expensive product. But there are budget options in the line. One of them is now in front of us. Shell has managed to keep the price down by making the packaging cheaper and avoiding advertising. That is why very few people know about the product. A nondescript yellow canister is unlikely to attract the attention of a buyer in a store, but this is a real Shell. Although there is an important problem - fakes. The container has practically no copy protection, which leads to a huge amount of counterfeit.

Pros and cons
  • High quality
  • Balanced set of additives
  • Rare replacement
  • Lots of fakes
  • Low fame
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  1. Anton
    Optimal Synth 5W-30 is undoubtedly a good oil, and it’s even strange that it took only the top 2 ... But from Leichtlauf High Tech 5W-40 Liqui Moly products, I would also like to recommend Leichtlauf High Tech 5W-40 oil, at least least for Renault Sandero Stepway with H4M engine (aka Nissan HR16DE).

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