2025 Kona 0w-20

[Propflux01]

Why am I a bit nervous about the use of 0w-20 in a turbocharged 2025 Kona, when my 2024 Mazda turbo requires 30 or higher?

 

[GSCJR]

Maybe because deep down inside you know that no matter what you put in it, it'll probably grenade anyway.

 

[Propflux01]

Maybe because deep down inside you know that no matter what you put in it, it'll probably grenade anyway.

Those are actually good engines.

 

[GSCJR]

Then there should be no problem using 0w-20.

 

[Corollaman]

I've used 0w20 in a few engines with no issues as expected, however I'd prefer a 5w30 in a turbo charged engine.

 

[daves87rs]

Feel it should keep the Kona happy…

 

[Propflux01]

I've used 0w20 in a few engines with no issues as expected, however I'd prefer a 5w30 in a turbo charged engine.

That's what my old brain thinks. I'm not saying a 20W can't handle the heat, but I can't seem to wrap my mind around using that thin oil on a turbo ( thinking CAFE reasons only?).

 

[Glenda W.]

Why am I a bit nervous about the use of 0w-20 in a turbocharged 2025 Kona, when my 2024 Mazda turbo requires 30 or higher?

Because you’re right.

 

[Pablo]

Because your right.

You're.



My mom was an English teacher. Yeah I know.



Use 0W-30 if you need some sleep. I did notice when looking at Transits yesterday (ecoboost 3.5L V6) it said 5W-30 on the fill cap.

 

[Triple_Se7en]

In a non-boutique oil world and your climate, run Mobil-1 EP 5w30 or ESP 0w30.
Drain it by 4k....... that's most important. High flow OEM oil filters are what HyunKia dealerships want to see. Not mandatory by them. But it keeps the Peace there.
If you change oil every 4k, you may run that cartridge filter for 8k.... two OCIs.

 

[Glenda W.]

You're.



My mom was an English teacher. Yeah I know.



Use 0W-30 if you need some sleep. I did notice when looking at Transits yesterday (ecoboost 3.5L V6) it said 5W-30 on the fill cap.

I was wrong. Corrected

 

[pbm]

Those are actually good engines.

The N/A 1.6 has had some issues if I'm not mistaken but`the 1.6T has apparently been 'beefed up' to handle the stresses of a turbo and I haven't heard anything bad about it.

 

[Propflux01]

The N/A 1.6 has had some issues if I'm not mistaken but`the 1.6T has apparently been 'beefed up' to handle the stresses of a turbo and I haven't heard anything bad about it.

The last one was flawless. Always ran good, UOA showed some fuel in the oil, but no wear issues in the oil due to it. Never used any oil. I’m hoping this one reciprocates.

 

[JavierH19]

I wouldn't use a 20 grade if it was mine.

 

[JoelB]

We've seen many UOA's from 0w20 oils in turbo charged engines. Millions of vehicles use 0w20. The concern of using it is in your head. You can use a heavier oil of course, you paid for the car. But any real world benefit is also in your head.

 

[Silverado12]

You're.



My mom was an English teacher. Yeah I know.



Use 0W-30 if you need some sleep. I did notice when looking at Transits yesterday (ecoboost 3.5L V6) it said 5W-30 on the fill cap.

"Yer".

 

[Silverado12]

I use 0W-20 in my Cadillac XT4 with the 2.0T motor. I'm thinking about switching to 5W-30 once the warranty is out but it seems to be doing fine for now at 22,000 miles so far.

 

[odie]

Start out with 0w-20 P.U.P. , H.P.L. , AMSOIL or VALVOLINE R&P.. I'd think an oil with high BORON would benefit new KIA / HYUNDAI engines or others coupled with D.I.. The sooner the better .

 

[odie]

Use TOP TIER gas as well .

 

[facility1]

Start out with 0w-20 P.U.P. , H.P.L. , AMSOIL or VALVOLINE R&P.. I'd think an oil with high BORON would benefit new KIA / HYUNDAI engines or others coupled with D.I.. The sooner the better .

good advise, I will be using Pennzoil ultra-Platinum 0w-20 in my new Subaru cross trek,,its a real good oil ,especially in cold weather (good mrv test) . then probably Amsoil ss later.