What type of engine oil should be used for Toyota Levin 1.2t?
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Toyota Levin 1.2t uses 5w30 engine oil. Engine oil, motor oil, or engine lubricant is a substance enhanced with additives in base oil, mainly containing anti-wear additives, detergents, dispersants, and multi-grade oil viscosity index improvers. The primary functions of engine oil are to reduce friction and wear on moving parts, and to remove sludge (one function of dispersants) and varnish (function of detergents) from the engine. Taking the Levin 2017 1.2t G Manual Elite Edition as an example: The manufacturer of this car is GAC Toyota, classified as a compact car, with a gasoline energy type, a 6-speed manual transmission, and a 4-door 5-seater sedan body type.
I've been driving a Toyota Levin 1.2T for almost two years, always using 0W-20 full synthetic oil, and the engine has been running very smoothly. It starts quietly, accelerates powerfully, and maintains a fuel consumption of around 7 liters per 100 km. I regularly go to the service station for an oil change every 5,000 kilometers, and the oil filter is also replaced at the same time, which helps keep engine issues at bay. In winter, the car starts quickly even at sub-zero temperatures, and in summer, I don't worry about the oil being too thin during long-distance drives in high heat. Once, I tried using regular oil to save money, and the engine started shaking with noticeably slower acceleration. After switching back to synthetic oil, it immediately returned to normal. According to the manual, Toyota recommends 0W-20 or 5W-30, with 0W-20 being more suitable for turbocharged engines. Choosing reliable brands like original equipment oil or Shell ensures better car maintenance and peace of mind while driving.
