What type of oil should be used for the new Sylphy?
2 Answers
The new Sylphy, according to the official maintenance recommendations, should use 5W30 oil of SL grade or higher. It is recommended to use the original manufacturer's oil of this specification. Below is a related introduction about automotive oil: 1. Oil, also known as engine lubricant, serves to lubricate and reduce friction, assist in cooling, seal against leaks, prevent rust and corrosion, and provide shock absorption for the engine. Oil consists of two parts: base oil and additives. The base oil is the main component of lubricating oil, determining its basic properties, while additives can compensate for and improve the shortcomings of the base oil, imparting certain new properties, making them an important part of lubricating oil. 2. The meaning of 5W-30: This is actually the SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers) classification for oil viscosity. The 'W' can be understood as 'Winter,' so 5W refers to the oil's flow performance at low temperatures. The smaller this number, the better the oil's low-temperature fluidity. The '30' represents the oil's high-temperature viscosity grade. The higher the number, the better the oil's protective performance for the engine at high temperatures.
I've been driving the new Sylphy for quite a while now, and I find that the most suitable oil type for it is 0W-20 synthetic oil, which is clearly stated in the owner's manual as the standard viscosity suitable for gasoline engines. Why is it recommended? Because it makes the engine easier to lubricate during cold starts, reducing wear and noise. When I mistakenly used 5W-30 before, the fuel consumption noticeably increased, and the car occasionally shook. After sticking to the correct oil, it became much smoother. It's recommended to change the oil every 5,000 to 10,000 kilometers, depending on your driving habits—change it more frequently if you do a lot of long-distance driving. When buying branded oil at a shop or online, choose API-certified grades like SN or SP; Mobil or Shell are good options with high cost performance. Don't forget to change the oil filter at the same time to maintain overall cleanliness and prevent impurities from accumulating and affecting performance. Regularly checking the color of the dipstick is important—if it's too black, it's a sign that it's time for a change.
