Top 10 Shell Helix Ultra Alternatives

The oil has been developed for the latest generation engines from the Volkswagen Group, which is confirmed by the appropriate approvals. At the same time, the manufacturer took care of full compatibility with various exhaust gas aftertreatment systems, which expands the scope of the product. The oil itself is a mixture of PAO and hydrocracking. Of interest is the new additive package from Infineum, which includes a combination of calcium and magnesium. The high base number and low acidity indicate the possibility of use in engines with extended drain intervals. In a few user reviews, the properties and parameters of the oil are completely satisfied.

All-season synthetic oil is produced using advanced patented DuraMax® technology, which provides excellent performance properties. First of all, the oil is intended for owners of Korean cars, but it can be poured into almost any engine. The exception is diesel units equipped with particulate filters. During the development, Russian operating conditions were taken into account - the oil has good low-temperature properties, which makes it easy to start the engine in cold weather. A little embarrassing is the lack of approvals from automakers, because the manufacturer does not comment on this situation.

High-quality synthetic oil made using Fluid TITANIUM technology. In the event of an increase in engine load, the strength of the oil film increases, which protects the parts of the cylinder-piston group from premature wear. Studies have shown that the oil has excellent thermal stability and good viscosity at sub-zero temperatures - this is an important indicator for many regions of Russia.Thanks to the synthetic base, the oil is practically not subject to waste. Modern additive package ensures low sulfur content. But the sulfate ash content in some tests exceeds the permissible limits - this is the only comment on the oil.

Fully synthetic oil that fully complies with the declared characteristics - this is not often found even with well-known companies, not to mention small Italian factories. Organic molybdenum is used as an anti-friction additive, and a standard combination of zinc and phosphorus is responsible for reducing wear. Neutralizing and detergent properties are provided by salicylates and sulfonates. The weak point of this oil is its high acid number, which requires strict adherence to the manufacturer's regulations, timely replacement of the lubricant in the engine.

Universal all-weather oil suitable for gasoline and diesel engines, including turbocharged units. The product is popular with owners of cars and commercial vehicles, who note excellent cleaning properties and ease of starting at sub-zero temperatures. The manufacturer talks about special polymer molecules that maintain the strength of the oil film. It should be noted that there are approvals from many manufacturers - there is simply no cheaper oil with an MB 229.5 approval. At the same time, do not forget that we are talking about semi-synthetic oil.

Synthetic oil based on PAO (PolyAlphaOlefin) belongs to the Synthoil line, which is distinguished by reliable wear protection, aging resistance and stability of performance over a wide temperature range.The production technology avoids the formation of deposits, especially in comparison with classical hydrocracking. The advantages include an additive package that includes molybdenum to reduce friction and boron as a dispersant. The product is produced in Germany, so the price of oil remains consistently high even compared to its counterpart Shell Helix Ultra.

Multigrade synthetic motor oil with excellent fuel economy. Russian manufacturers never cease to amaze - Lukoil specialists have developed a really high-quality product that provides reliable engine protection in the urban cycle and under increased loads. Despite the lack of official approvals, oil can be safely poured into imported engines. Over the past year, the cost of oil has increased significantly, but it is still far from imported analogues. Therefore, oil can be safely attributed to the category of folk products that delight users with affordable prices.

High-quality motor oil based on PAO and alkylated naphthalenes. A well-chosen additive package allows you to extend the life of the engine and effectively clean the internal surfaces of the motor from temperature deposits. It is also necessary to note the record low content of sulfur and sulphated ash content - owners of engines with direct injection will definitely appreciate this. The disadvantages include only high viscosity at a temperature of 40 ºС, therefore, one cannot count on special fuel savings. However, this is fully offset by the other benefits of the product. In general, the characteristics declared by the manufacturer even exceed those of Shell Helix Ultra SN Plus 0W-20.

A worthy alternative to Shell Helix Ultra, manufactured using proprietary technology aimed at increasing the strength of the oil film. The manufacturer claims that the declared qualities were achieved due to the addition of titanium, which stabilizes the properties of the lubricant under extreme loads. In the reviews, users indicate that the oil works great on gasoline and diesel units, maintaining performance properties throughout the entire period of operation. This is confirmed by independent tests. The only drawback can be considered an indecently large number of fakes, requiring caution when buying.

All-weather synthetic oil produced using hydrocracking technology.The manufacturer does not recommend mixing this product with standard engine oils - this must be taken into account. Initially, the oil was developed for Opel cars equipped with gasoline and diesel engines. However, practice shows that the oil shows excellent performance when poured into other cars, regardless of the year of manufacture. This is confirmed by the approvals and approvals of leading manufacturers. Among the advantages, it is necessary to highlight the high alkaline number, which provides excellent washing qualities. Low acidity allows a slightly longer drain interval.