- Is Valvoline Advanced Full Synthetic 0W-20 right for my car?
- Use it if your owner's manual calls for 0W-20 and an API SP or ILSAC GF-6A oil. That covers most recent Japanese, Korean and US four-cylinder cars and many hybrids. Check the manual before buying if your car asks for a different viscosity.
- How does it compare with Mobil 1 or Pennzoil Platinum?
- All three are full synthetics meeting the same API SP and GF-6A specs. Valvoline usually undercuts the premium brands, while Mobil 1 and Pennzoil market longer drain and cleaning claims. For normal intervals, the difference is small.
- How often should I change it?
- Follow your owner's manual, typically 5,000 to 10,000 miles depending on driving. This oil carries no extended-drain claim, so do not stretch past the manual's severe-service interval.
- How much oil does the jug hold?
- The jug holds 5 US quarts (about 1.25 gallons). Most four-cylinder cars take 4 to 5 quarts, so one jug usually covers a change with a little left over.
- Can I use it in a turbocharged or direct-injection engine?
- Yes, if the manual specifies 0W-20. The API SP rating was designed for turbo and direct-injection engines to limit low-speed pre-ignition and deposits.
- Does it come in other viscosities?
- This listing is 0W-20 only. Valvoline sells the same Advanced line in other grades, so pick the viscosity your manual lists.
- Where is the Valvoline Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 0W-20 cheapest?
- At Blain's Farm & Fleet, for $27.99, 30% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Valvoline Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 0W-20?
- 4 stores we checked sell it, including Blain's Farm & Fleet, Tractor Supply Co, NAPA, Advance Auto Parts.