Do Turbocharged Cars Burn Engine Oil?

[JamesonDella]

Turbocharged cars do burn engine oil. The following is an introduction to turbocharging in cars: Reasons for burning engine oil: Because the turbocharger is mainly composed of a pump wheel and a turbine, along with other control components. The pump wheel and turbine are connected by a rotor, which operates at speeds of up to several hundred thousand revolutions per minute. Such high speeds make conventional mechanical needle or ball bearings unable to function properly, so turbochargers generally use full-floating bearings, which are lubricated and cooled by engine oil. Introduction to engine oil for turbocharged engines: It is best to use fully synthetic engine oil for turbocharged engines. Fully synthetic oil is artificially manufactured. It involves chemically decomposing natural substances and then synthesizing them with various other substances to produce synthetic oil. Therefore, fully synthetic oil has more stable chemical properties and lower resistance, which can better protect the engine while reducing fuel consumption.

[DeJace]

Turbocharged engines can indeed burn oil. I've driven many turbocharged cars, and oil leaks are mainly caused by seal aging and high temperatures. At high speeds, the temperature gets too high, and oil may seep out from the turbo bearing and mix into the combustion chamber, where it gets burned. Blue smoke from the exhaust pipe is the most obvious sign. Regularly checking the dipstick and maintaining the oil level within the normal range can prevent major issues. Using full synthetic oil is more resistant to high temperatures. If turbo components like seals wear out, replace them promptly—don't wait until the engine is damaged, as repairs will be more expensive. Pay extra attention to the engine condition when washing the car or performing simple checks.

[MacJayce]

I often maintain turbocharged vehicles, and oil burning is common but manageable. It's mainly caused by turbo seal failure under high pressure or oil passage blockage, which accelerates oil loss. Regularly check the oil level when driving, top it up every few thousand kilometers to avoid dry running. A drop in power or a sudden increase in fuel consumption are also warning signs; get it checked at a professional shop promptly. Using high-quality oil, such as API-certified, can protect the components. Engine temperature management is also crucial; installing an auxiliary cooler might help. Don't wait until there's severe smoke to fix it. Timely action makes maintenance easier.

[FernandoAnn]

Oil burning is not uncommon in turbocharged cars. High temperatures can cause seals to crack, allowing oil to leak into the combustion area where it gets burned off by the heat. Watch for blue smoke from the exhaust or unusually fast oil consumption as signs to investigate. I recommend keeping the oil clean and at the proper level. Replacing seals often solves the problem. Regular maintenance is key.