Does the 2020 Audi still burn engine oil?
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Turbocharged vehicles generally have a slight oil burning issue, which is normal, while naturally aspirated vehicles do not burn oil. Additional information: Oil-burning models: The cylinder walls of German car engines are designed differently from other vehicles. German cars have grooves or grids on their cylinder walls that can hold a certain amount of engine oil, providing lubrication during high-speed operation. However, during low-speed driving or in traffic congestion, the oil in these grids may burn off, which is why German cars tend to burn oil. Shell Oil introduction: Formed in 1907 through the merger of Royal Dutch Petroleum Company and The Shell Transport and Trading Company. Today, Shell Group operates in over 130 countries with nearly 100,000 employees, making it one of the largest energy companies in the world.
I've had my 2020 A6L for almost two years now, with about 60,000 kilometers on it. The oil consumption issue isn't really noticeable. I usually get it serviced every 7,500 kilometers, and the oil level is still within the normal range when it's time for an oil change. My friend's older 2015 A4, on the other hand, often needs to top up oil midway, but he says it improved a lot after switching to the third-generation EA888 engine. However, the mechanic also reminded me that if you drive aggressively or exceed the maintenance interval, any German car could consume more oil. I've developed a habit of checking the oil level with the dipstick before long trips, and using the manufacturer-recommended 0W-20 full synthetic oil actually results in less consumption. In the end, sticking to the maintenance schedule is key, and my car is in great shape so far.
