Benefit to D1G2 in older vehicles?

[RonRonnster]

First, let me define "older vehicles" - any multi-port injected vehicle older than 2010ish. I have been noticing that the red bottle MaxLife and most other syn-blend or conventional type oils don't meet the Dexos 1 Gen 2 certification - barring some exceptions. I know that a big reason for the Gen2 spec was protection against LSPI in DI engines. According to the GM marketing machine, it also provides these benefits (pulled from the ACDelco site): -- "Advantages of dexos1 Gen 2 Full Synthetic Engine Oils: Helps maintain maximum fuel economy Reduces sludge and improves engine cleanliness Significantly reduces low speed pre-Ignition Offers superior wear protection Reduces turbocharger deposits Improves oxidation control Is a Full synthetic oil without the full synthetic price." -- So back to my original question - If I'm a regular user of these types of oils, should I care that red bottle MaxLife (or similar) doesn't meet the Gen2 spec in a non-DI vehicle? Personally, I'm running full syns at the moment, but I've used the high-mileage blends in the past. If I'm considering this type of oil for my older vehicle, is there a tangible benefit to the upgraded Gen2 formulations, or is it just marketing fluff?

 

[JustN89]

It's not all marketing fluff, but you shouldn't worry about running MaxLife (or other HM brands) in any engine not specified to run d1g2.

 

[oil_film_movies]

Valvoline MaxLife full synthetic is dexos1 Gen2. LSPI prevention, sure, yet dexos1 Gen2 also has new timing chain wear tests and oxidation tests. Its progress. A tougher spec than before. Proven better oil thru tests.