What type of oil should be used for the Outlander?
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Outlander uses 5W30 engine oil, with a replacement capacity of 4L and a replacement interval of 5,000 kilometers. The replacement capacity and interval are only reference values, and the actual situation should be taken into consideration. There are three types of engine oil: mineral oil, semi-synthetic oil, and fully synthetic oil, which serve functions such as lubrication, cleaning, sealing, cushioning, rust prevention, and heat dissipation in the engine. The Outlander is a compact SUV launched by GAC Mitsubishi, with dimensions of 4705mm in length, 1810mm in width, and 1710mm in height, and a wheelbase of 2670mm. It is equipped with a 2.0L naturally aspirated engine with high and low power outputs, with maximum power outputs of 122kw and 141kw respectively, paired with a CVT continuously variable transmission (simulating 6 gears).
I've been driving the Outlander for three years and always use 5W-30 full synthetic oil. The maintenance manual clearly states that this vehicle prefers 0W-20 or 5W-30, with 5W-30 being more worry-free in southern regions. Last winter I tried 0W-20 - cold starts were indeed smoother, but the engine sounded slightly louder when climbing hills with AC on in summer. The key is to choose SP/GF-6A certified oils like Shell Helix Ultra or Idemitsu IFG5 which are commonly used for Japanese cars. Recommended oil change interval is every 8,000 km, or 7,000 km if there's heavy traffic - also check for oil filter leaks during changes.
