Should you use Subaru oil?

When it comes to choosing the right oil for your Subaru, it is important to consider the manufacturer’s recommendations. Subaru recommends using synthetic oil for their vehicles, especially for newer models. Synthetic oil provides superior protection against oil oxidation and breakdown, ensures a cleaner running engine, and improves lubrication at all operating temperatures .
For specific Subaru models, here are the recommended oil types:
– For 4-cylinder engines, Subaru recommends using 0W-20 synthetic motor oil .
– For 6-cylinder engines, Subaru recommends using 5W-30 synthetic motor oil.
It is important to note that if synthetic oil is not available during an oil change, 5W-30 conventional oil may be used as a temporary substitute, but it should be replaced with synthetic oil at the next change.
Additionally, it is worth mentioning that Subaru synthetic motor oil works with the same Subaru filters used with conventional motor oils, and there is no special oil filter required.
In summary, using the recommended synthetic oil for your Subaru, such as 0W-20 for 4-cylinder engines and 5W-30 for 6-cylinder engines, will help maintain optimal engine performance and protection.

Can I use Mobil 1 in my Subaru?

Choose Mobil 1™ motor oil for your Subaru. We offer a full range of synthetic and synthetic blend motor oils to keep your engine in peak condition throughout its lifetime.

Why does Subaru use 0W-20 oil?

What weight of Subaru Synthetic Motor Oil should be used? Subaru offers two different SAE weights that vary in viscosity. As shown below, the 5W-30 is specially formulated for turbos that run at hotter temperatures. The 0W-20 is the perfect weight for he non-turbo engine and is formulated for improved fuel economy.

Is it normal for Subaru to burn oil?

Subaru is known for designing reliable, fuel efficient, and long-lasting engines, but Subaru engines still may run into a few issues. Many Subaru owners have found that the 2.0L, 2.2L, and 2.5L engines powering some Subaru vehicles built after 2011 consume more oil than usual.

Can I use 5W-30 instead of 0w20 in Subaru Forester?

If you drive a Subaru Forester with a non-turbo engine, it requires 0W-20. If you drive a model with a turbo engine, you’ll need 5W-30.

What happens if you put 5W-30 oil instead of 0W-20?

What happen if my car requires 0w20 and I put 5w30? Absolutely nothing. Completely. It almost literally doesn’t matter, except at the outer limits in super cold climates… and then only maybe.

What is special about Subaru oil?

The technical advantages of Subaru synthetic motor oils include: Measurably better low and high temperature viscosity performance. Better chemical & shear stability. Decreased evaporative loss.

Can you use Honda oil in a Subaru?

Yes. As long as it’s the same weight you are fine. Subaru doesn’t make oil anyways they just rebrand something else.

Can anyone change Subaru oil?

Although you can take your car to a mechanic for an oil change, you can also do it yourself with just a little bit of know-how. At Hiley Subaru of Fort Worth, we want to help you save money on routine maintenance, and we put together a quick guide to changing your Subaru’s oil at home.

What oil brand is recommended for Subaru?

Choose Mobil 1™ motor oil for your Subaru. We offer a full range of synthetic and synthetic blend motor oils to keep your engine in peak condition throughout its lifetime.

Do I need to use Subaru oil?

Naturally aspirated engines in the newest Forester, Impreza, Legacy, Outback, and BRZ models as well as turbocharged models require Subaru Synthetic Motor Oil (or its equivalent).