What do Mobil's product names signify?

[chris719]

Not bad, indeed. But do you perchance take into consideration the brand as well? There is still some significance to the reputation, formally speaking, isn't there?

I do. I’d rather have more data, but in absence of that I would tend to pick an equivalent M1, Shell, or Castrol product over most others. All approvals being equal.

 

[RaymondP]

New (2021) car is specd. as 229.51, 229.52 etc. - 0W-20. Obviously still under warranty. Been using M1 ESP 0W-30. Mobil website now tells me I should use M1 ESP X2. What gives? The ESP X2 is NOT widely available at walk-in outlets so sticking with M1 ESP 0W-30. Another cause for anxiety??? Or just marketing hype causing confusion?

 

[kschachn]

Just use whatever oil you can find that carries the appropriate approval.

Helps to eliminate confusion.

 

[radiometer]

What is the X2 in the ESP X2?

 

[ArthurArgentum]

What is the X2 in the ESP X2?

It's highly conceivable that even the astute intellect of its creator, the esteemed Douglas E. Deckman, may not possess the answers to this enigma. However, in the realm of possibilities, anything can be achieved!

 

[BMWTurboDzl]

What is the X2 in the ESP X2?

See post #16

 

[Greasymechtech]

well didn't Pennzoil have like pz7 or something to that effect on their bottles in the 90s and 2000s

Missing Pennzane and EOP

 

[SureshR]

Is this anything to do with the price? X1 such as super 3000 x1 is their bargain basement full synthetic, and x2 somewhat more expensive. Then comes their Mobil 1 which is top of the line in spec and price.