Castrol Edge Vs. Castrol Edge EP

[Durdude]

So I could not find any concrete discussions on the difference between Castrol Edge and Castrol EDGE Extended Performance. I normally do 60K OCI on my cars so I was curious.
I asked Castrol if there was a difference in base oils or additive packs. This is how they replied. I'm guessing there are just some differences with the add pack. Any input?

Thank you for contacting Castrol North America.

Castrol EDGE is a premium full-synthetic engine oil. Castrol EDGE has an oil change interval of 20,000 miles or a full year (whichever comes first) under certain conditions, thanks to its use of premium base oils and additives. Castrol EDGE carries the latest API performance level (API SQ) as well as specification coverage for most vehicle OEMs.

Castrol EDGE Extended Performance is Castrol’s most advanced full synthetic motor oil. Also, a premium full-synthetic, Castrol EDGE Extended Performance utilizes advanced additive chemistry to even further increase performance, the strength to enable an extended drain interval of 25,000 miles or a full year (whichever comes first) under certain conditions, and carries additional European ACEA claims on top of the claims coverage of our standard Castrol EDGE.


Castrol EDGE 0W-20 & Castrol EDGE 5W-30 both meet the following specifications:

• API SQ / ILSAC GF-7
• GM Dexos1 Gen3
• Ford WSS-M2C947-A, WSS-M2C947-B1, WSS-M2C962-A1

Castrol EDGE Extended Performance 0W-20 meets the following specifications:

• API SQ / ILSAC GF-7
• ACEA C5, C6
• GM Dexos1 Gen3
• Ford WSS-M2C947-A, WSS-M2C947-B1, WSS-M2C962-A1
• Chrylser MS-6395
• Fiat 9.55535-CR1, 955535-GSX
• Mercedes Benz 229.71
• Jaguar/Land Rover STJLR.03.5006
• Volvo VCC-RBS0-2AE*

Castrol EDGE Extended Performance 5W-30 meets the following specifications:

• API SQ / ILSAC GF-7
• ACEA A5/B5, C2
• GM Dexos1 Gen3
• Ford WSS-M2C947-A, WSS-M2C947-B1, WSS-M2C962-A1
• Honda HTO-06
• Chrylser MS-6395, MS-13340

Castrol always recommends following the guidelines of the engine manufacturer for the recommended oil (i.e., SAE grade, API rating, and manufacturer specifications) specific to your application. This information can always be found in the owner’s manual or by contacting the manufacturer directly. Before using any lubricant, ensure that the lubricant product specifications meet or exceed the lubricant specifications required by the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for that specific use.

Thank you again for contacting Castrol, we value your patronage!

Castrol Customer Relations

 

[GW.]

If I had to guess the EP gets better base oils and additives. For a few bucks more I’d go for Castrol’s top offering.

 

[mitsuman47]

I normally do 60K OCI on my cars so I was curious.

Supertech should handle 60k just fine. No need to pay more for the Castrol stuff.

 

[JohnnyG]

I hope he means 6K.

 

[Durdude]

Supertech should handle 60k just fine. No need to pay more for the Castrol stuff.

I normally use ST when in a bind. Only feel comfortable with 40k OCI but if your okay with me pushing it another couple years I'm good with it! Thanks for your expertise!

 

[Michigangster]

So I could not find any concrete discussions on the difference between Castrol Edge and Castrol EDGE Extended Performance. I normally do 60K OCI on my cars so I was curious.
I asked Castrol if there was a difference in base oils or additive packs. This is how they replied. I'm guessing there are just some differences with the add pack. Any input?

Thank you for contacting Castrol North America.

Castrol EDGE is a premium full-synthetic engine oil. Castrol EDGE has an oil change interval of 20,000 miles or a full year (whichever comes first) under certain conditions, thanks to its use of premium base oils and additives. Castrol EDGE carries the latest API performance level (API SQ) as well as specification coverage for most vehicle OEMs.

Castrol EDGE Extended Performance is Castrol’s most advanced full synthetic motor oil. Also, a premium full-synthetic, Castrol EDGE Extended Performance utilizes advanced additive chemistry to even further increase performance, the strength to enable an extended drain interval of 25,000 miles or a full year (whichever comes first) under certain conditions, and carries additional European ACEA claims on top of the claims coverage of our standard Castrol EDGE.


Castrol EDGE 0W-20 & Castrol EDGE 5W-30 both meet the following specifications:

• API SQ / ILSAC GF-7
• GM Dexos1 Gen3
• Ford WSS-M2C947-A, WSS-M2C947-B1, WSS-M2C962-A1

Castrol EDGE Extended Performance 0W-20 meets the following specifications:

• API SQ / ILSAC GF-7
• ACEA C5, C6
• GM Dexos1 Gen3
• Ford WSS-M2C947-A, WSS-M2C947-B1, WSS-M2C962-A1
• Chrylser MS-6395
• Fiat 9.55535-CR1, 955535-GSX
• Mercedes Benz 229.71
• Jaguar/Land Rover STJLR.03.5006
• Volvo VCC-RBS0-2AE*

Castrol EDGE Extended Performance 5W-30 meets the following specifications:

• API SQ / ILSAC GF-7
• ACEA A5/B5, C2
• GM Dexos1 Gen3
• Ford WSS-M2C947-A, WSS-M2C947-B1, WSS-M2C962-A1
• Honda HTO-06
• Chrylser MS-6395, MS-13340

Castrol always recommends following the guidelines of the engine manufacturer for the recommended oil (i.e., SAE grade, API rating, and manufacturer specifications) specific to your application. This information can always be found in the owner’s manual or by contacting the manufacturer directly. Before using any lubricant, ensure that the lubricant product specifications meet or exceed the lubricant specifications required by the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for that specific use.

Thank you again for contacting Castrol, we value your patronage!

Castrol Customer Relations

60K OCI? Is that a typo?

 

[JohnnyG]

60K OCI? Is that a typo?

I sure think so. Unless he means 60 Kilometers? !!!

 

[GI_GRIFF]

60K OCI? Is that a typo?

I sure hope so!

 

[Durdude]

60K OCI? Is that a typo?

I like to get my $'s worth. No need changing to soon.

 

[tired]

I like to get my $'s worth. No need changing to soon.

Did you mean to say that you do 60k miles a year on your cars?

 

[Spring Break '92]

I'm wondering if the Castrol EDGE Extended Performance 0W-20 version having four more certifications for the Euro manufacturers is any reason to use it year around vs the 5W-30. I wouldn't think so, but that's what I am using right now and the plan was to switch to the 5W-30 for the summer and fall.

 

[tired]

I'm wondering if the Castrol EDGE Extended Performance 0W-20 version having four more certifications for the Euro manufacturers is any reason to use it year around vs the 5W-30. I wouldn't think so, but that's what I am using right now and the plan was to switch to the 5W-30 for the summer and fall.

No. I'd run 5W-30 year round unless more wear for 1% better fuel economy is preferable to you.

 

[Blagoje]

No. I'd run 5W-30 year round unless more wear for 1% better fuel economy is preferable to you.

How much more wear supposedly? 1%?

 

[tired]

How much more wear supposedly? 1%?

For such a low benefit (0.15 mpg improvement), it would be worth it to me.

 

[TomYoung]

How much more wear supposedly? 1%?

Essentially none. You can run thin oils all you want and the car will fall apart around a perfectly running engine.