What kind of engine oil does the Suzuki Swift use?
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The Suzuki Swift uses 5W30 engine oil. Engine oil, also known as engine lubricant, serves multiple functions such as lubrication and wear reduction, auxiliary cooling, sealing and leakage prevention, rust and corrosion protection, shock absorption, and anti-wear. The Suzuki Swift is a compact 5-door, 5-seat hatchback with body dimensions of 3765mm in length, 1690mm in width, and 1510mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2390mm and a fuel tank capacity of 45 liters. It is equipped with a 1.5L naturally aspirated engine and a 5-speed manual transmission, delivering a maximum power of 76 kilowatts and a maximum torque of 138 Newton-meters. The drivetrain is front-engine, front-wheel drive, featuring a MacPherson strut independent front suspension and a torsion beam non-independent rear suspension.
I know the Swift well, it mainly depends on the engine year and mileage. For the older 1.3L and 1.5L naturally aspirated models, 5W-30 mineral or semi-synthetic oil is sufficient, just remember to change it every 5,000 km or six months. But for the newer M15A engine post-2010, it's recommended to use full synthetic 5W-30 for better high-temperature cleaning and anti-wear performance. If you often drive at high RPMs on highways or face cold starts in northern winters, 0W-20 offers smoother low-temperature flow. Turbo models must use full synthetic oil—don't skimp on this. Actually, the recommended grade is usually marked on the oil cap or in the manual, and anything SL-grade or above is fine, though SN and SP are more common these days. When choosing oil, look for API certification, and big brands like Idemitsu and Shell Helix Ultra are well-matched with Japanese cars.
