What is the best engine oil for Beijing Hyundai?
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Beijing Hyundai vehicles perform best with the original Beijing Hyundai API SM/GF-4 SAE 5W-20 engine oil. Below is additional information about engine oil: 1. The "0W-30" label on the engine oil packaging refers to the oil viscosity grade, which is classified according to the SAE standard. "W" stands for winter, and the smaller the number before it, the better the oil's low-temperature fluidity and the better it protects the engine during cold starts in lower environmental temperatures. The higher the number after the "W," the higher the oil's viscosity at high temperatures, providing better lubrication for the engine. 2. Semi-synthetic and fully synthetic oils are two categories of engine oil. The difference is that fully synthetic oil has a wider operating temperature range and a longer service life. Under the same working conditions, fully synthetic oil can protect the engine with a lower viscosity.
I've been driving Hyundai cars for ten years, and the engine oil choice depends on the model and weather. For example, Beijing Hyundai manuals usually specify low-viscosity oils like 5W-20 or 5W-30, which offer faster engine protection during cold winter starts. If you frequently drive aggressively or often take highway trips, full synthetic oil is more durable. Personally, I use Shell Helix Ultra 5W-30, and it noticeably reduces engine noise. Remember to change the oil every 5,000-8,000 kilometers—otherwise, sludge buildup can damage the engine. For older models, you can opt for slightly higher viscosity like 5W-40. Never skimp on quality by using no-name oil brands—one engine repair could cost you a decade's worth of premium oil.
