VW 1.8t oil

[newpassatt]

I have a 2002 VW 1.8t w/84,000 miles, been using mobil 1 since day 1, 0w40 for the last 4 years or so. So far, so good, but am wondering if there is something better out there? Also, what could happen if I use a synth. oil that is not on VW'S list of 502.00 approved oils?
Thanks in advance for any input.

 

[JAG]

Like screwing the same women your whole life, you wonder what other women are like. Same for using same oil. I have same engine as you. This oils works well and I recommend you stick with it. I have strayed off the path into exotic German oils only to come back to this oil, and regret that I did stray. For the price, performance, and availability, this oil is hard to beat. Exceptions might be Rotella T 5W-40 (cheaper) or Mobil 1 5W-40 Turbo Diesel Truck (possibly better at least in warmer months).

 

[thunderchild]

I use Shell Rotella T Synthetic 5w-40. I have had no troubles with it.

 

[AndyH]

I'd consider Castrol Syntec 0w30 (a.k.a., "German Castrol" or simply "GC"). Many here (including I) use it in Audi/VW 1.8T engines with great results.

 

[Vaca]

FWIW: my suggestion would be to stick with the Mobil 1 0W-40.

 

[bar1]

In Europe the recommendation for 1.8T engine is VW 504.00 oil (or as you know, VW502.00).
Here is a list of VW 504.00 approved oils
https://erwin.audi.com/erwin/audi/files/oil/step_50400_50700.pdf

 

[Reg# 43897]

I used GC all the time in my old 1.8T all year 'round. Pretty subjective information here but I FELT like the vehicle was smoother running GC versus anything else that I ever used. My two cents' worth...

John.

 

[TimVipond]

From the Amsoil site:

2002 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1.8L 4-cyl Engine Code AWM Turbo

Engine Oil
Grade 1......SEO[1]
Synthetic 5W-40 European Engine Oil
All Temps......5w30, 5W-40, 0W-40

Since your engine is known to be a "sludger" you need to pick your oil and oil change interval very carefully to be able to maintain your 8 year unlimited mileage warranty.

Also from the info on this product "It is recommended for European and North American gasoline or diesel vehicles requiring any of the following worldwide specifications:.... Volkswagen 502.00, 505.00, 505.01." So Amsoil will provide their warranty as well. Make sure the other oils you consider will also meet these requirements.