Should Subaru use 0w20 or 5w30 engine oil?
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Subaru uses 0w20 engine oil. Below are specific details about engine oil: 1. Engine oil grades: The "S" prefix indicates gasoline engine oil, with subsequent letters ranging from A, B, C, D to N. The higher the letter, the higher the grade. Currently, the market typically offers grades above SG, including SG, SJ, SL, SM, and SN. Vehicles with lower engine technology content, such as microcars or older models like the Jetta, can use SG-grade oil. SL offers the best anti-wear performance, while SM/SN usually incorporates special additives for environmental considerations. 2. Classification of engine oil: Engine oil is specifically classified into 4 types for summer use, 6 types for winter use, and 16 types for all-season use. Summer oil grades are: 20, 30, 40, 50, where higher numbers indicate greater viscosity and suitability for higher maximum temperatures. Winter oil grades are: 0W, 5W, 10W, 15W, 20W, 25W.