best oil for 2015 Hyundai Sonata 2.0 turbo,

[06VtecV6]

Too bad you live in the proverbial Midwest like *everyone* on here cause if you were down south as in south texas not south CA or FL, you would be able to try out some of the 40 weight oils even for the upcoming summer that starts in March (yes, next month) By 40 weight, I am talking 5w-40 and 10-40 on up. I am going to prolly try the 10w-30s first inevitably cause I like to step up. (This engine, as a practical joke by CAFE, was backspeced to 5w-20 but I would go just the opposite way of what the car manuf say)

 

[wemay]

No matter what the opinions are concerning CAFE, there's a good number of high mileage Hyundai//Kia 2.0T vehicles out there that have done just fine on 5W-30.

 

[crgstvrs]

I went on and pulled the trigger on 5w30 Magnatec for 18.74 5qt. jug this am. I have it worked out with dealer that they change with my oil, replace with Hyundai filter and do quick inspection for just less than 20.00. Beats their synthetic oil change price by 50.00+.I think this is my happy medium I get a better oil than they use, can go up and bring my own synthetic if I choose to, and they still get a little labor and filter cost. I say a win win.

 

[SatinSilver]

Where did you get the oil from and is it full syn? Seems like a good deal.

 

[crgstvrs]

Walmart, no the 5w30 is blended, but better that the regular oil the dealership uses I'm sure.

 

[6starprez]

Originally Posted By: crgstvrs
Walmart, no the 5w30 is blended, but better that the regular oil the dealership uses I'm sure.


...so you don't know what the dealership uses.

Hyundai and Quaker State

Quote:
Hyundai dealers will have the Quaker State Advanced Durability® Conventional Motor Oil, Quaker State Enhanced Durability Synthetic Blend® Motor Oil, Quaker State Defy Synthetic Blend High Mileage® Motor Oil, and Quaker State Ultimate Durability Full Synthetic® Motor Oil available for customers.

 

[wemay]

http://www.askflamingo.com/

Not every dealership uses QS. Of the two near me, one does. The other uses Eco Power or what ever bulk is on sale from the Flamingo Oil Company.

 

[crgstvrs]

the dealer I go to buys whatever is cheapest at the time bulk oil, have seen kendall, mobil conventional, Valvoline,and quaker state.its a roll of the dice every time you go.

 

[53' Stude]

Wemay: the ECOPOWER is safety kleens stuff. Yeah, some bulk oil, you never know if it's good or bad

 

[wemay]

Originally Posted By: car51
Wemay: the ECOPOWER is safety kleens stuff. Yeah, some bulk oil, you never know if it's good or bad


I agree. If I knew it were EcoPower every time, that'd great.

 

[53' Stude]

Ok, sorry for any confusion I may have caused good sir

 

[wemay]

Originally Posted By: car51
Ok, sorry for any confusion I may have caused good sir

No, none at all. My point was that if we knew what bulk these dealerships used, that would be a step in right direction at least.

 

[slacktide_bitog]

Hyundai uses QSGB as their factory fill, so I'd use that or QSUD, at least during the warranty period.

 

[06VtecV6]

Originally Posted By: crgstvrs
I am inquiring about what oil would be best for Hyundai 2.0 turbo engines. My plan is to change the oil every 5000 miles. I'm asking because I have never owned a direct injection turbo engine and have no reference to how hard this car is on oil. I do know that 5W30 is preferred oil, manual doesn't say it requires synthetic. I have been told that the Hyundai oil filters are some of the best for the price, I do plan on using those. Thanks for any input, new car hasn't had oil changed yet, want to get off on the right foot. thanks for any information or advice in advance.


DI Turbo with all the carbon buildup horror stories I have read about, I would run for the hills with my 40 weight oil buckets in tow but then again I am from the REAL down south but either way, you know what I mean. Isn't the Pennzoil Platinum Euro 0w-40 available in your neck of the TN woods?!

 

[Robster]

Just as another data point in this discussion, I've used Penn Plat 5w-30 in my 2.0T Santa Fe since new (now has over 27,000 miles) with good results. Make sure you do the recommended fuel system cleaning every 5000 miles (I use Chevron Techron just BEFORE each oil change). The Techron REALLY darkens the oil quickly, so I'm assuming it's effective on the carbon deposits inherent to GDI.

Congrats on the 2.0T--you'll love it!

 

[crgstvrs]

I always do right before oil change. i8 either use Techron or Redline sl1.I have also considered 3m due to its high PEA content.

 

[supercity]

Originally Posted By: wemay

What does the "*3" say?

In Australia only "A5 or above" is recommended.

 

[wemay]

ACEA A5 is what's recommended for the 2017 2.0T here as well. I called HyundaiUSA concerning back specing. They said none will take place, as the change was only to make the oil requirements consistent worldwide and have nothing to do with issues running any SM/GF-4.

 

[wemay]

...and to make things more interesting, Hyundai still recommends (have a contract with) Quaker State. Well, no QS product currently meets A5.

 

[Robster]

Originally Posted By: wemay
...and to make things more interesting, Hyundai still recommends (have a contract with) Quaker State. Well, no QS product currently meets A5.


Since SOPUS' Pennzoil line does support ACEA specs, I'm wondering if we'll see Hyundai change their recommendation to Pennzoil sometime in the future. . .