Valvolin motor oil is considered among buyers to be quite high quality and affordable in its price category. Is it really? All about the products of this manufacturer will be described in this article.
About Valvalin
Valvoline began operations in 1866. For a century and a half this manufacturer has been considered one of the best in the automotive and technical markets. In the field of innovation, marketing, as well as the production of lubricants and motor oils, Valvolin takes one of the leading places. The products of this company have always been of high quality, efficiency and affordability.
The assortment of the manufacturer in question is incredibly extensive. Today, the company produces many different types of oils for certain types of engines. Oil "Valvolin" has a special original composition. The company's products have no analogues in the world due to their special properties. Oils consistently show good results on most tests and tests, so they received many prizes and awards. However, what can be said about the products of the company in question?
Valvoline Product Types
The company "Valvolin" has a very rich assortment. Motor oils and lubricants from this manufacturer are suitable for almost all types of engines: gasoline, gas, diesel, etc.
Regardless of whether the vehicle has an old engine or a new four-stroke or two-stroke, Valvoline is suitable for all types of vehicles. It is worth noting that the company is constantly updating and improving its lineup.
The main advantage of Valvolin engine oils is a significant reduction in fuel consumption. Thus, buyers can also save by buying the products of the company. It is worth a little more to talk about the two best-selling brands of motor oil of the manufacturer in question.
"Valvolin 5W30": characteristic
This brand has several subspecies. The most famous and best-selling of them is SynPower.
Shell Helix was popular a little earlier, but it was discontinued. So why is Valvolin 5W30 engine oil so popular?
In appearance, the 5W30 may seem a little thick. Most likely, the whole thing is in a special composition. The main advantage of this brand is its long replacement interval. It is quite possible to drive 15 thousand km without updating. Of course, it is worth changing the oil more often - preferably every 8 thousand km. The use of Valvolin 5W30 engine oil, which is important, can significantly reduce gasoline consumption, especially in comparison with other budget brands. Thanks to the product in question, any engine will work much quieter: noise and vibration will become less noticeable.
However, it is worth considering another, more profitable product - Valvolin 5W40 engine oil.
"Valvolin 5W40": characteristic
Valvalin oil of the presented brand is a very high-quality and effective product in operation.
This can be confirmed by many users whose reviews are presented below.
5W40 is suitable for most cars and trucks. It can be used even by drivers of minibuses running on gasoline or diesel fuel. This brand will be especially optimal on turbocharged vehicles.
The brand is developed on the basis of the most modern technologies. Thanks to the special composition of Valvolin engine oil, the car receives the highest and most reliable degree of protection against the accumulation of various unnecessary substances: carbon deposits, harmful deposits, etc. It is also worth mentioning the incredibly low level of wear even in the most difficult and difficult conditions (at high temperatures, heavy loads, etc.). And thanks to the quick penetration of all the necessary components, 5W40 engine oil contributes to the quick start of the car in cold weather and optimal operation on the road.
It is also worth noting that the 5W40 has many modified branches. Among them, for example, DuraBlend MXL, designed for operation in the most severe conditions.
The first group of advantages of Valvolin motor oil
Like any other product, Valvolin motor oil has its advantages and disadvantages. Next, we will talk about the main advantages of the product in question.
The main advantage of the presented product will, of course, be an extended period of its change. Simply put, motor oil can be changed much less frequently - and all thanks to its special composition, developed on the basis of synthetic oils and high-tech additives.
It is also worth noting that the product in question:
- It has incredibly strong oxidation resistance.
- During operation of the power unit, the oil has high thermal stability.
- Thanks to the engine oil in question, there is a significant reduction in the amount of sediment formed, as well as various resinous elements.
Of course, this is not all the advantages of the product in question. The following are some other key benefits.
The second group of advantages of Valvolin motor oil
When mentioning Valvolin products, it is worth noting excellent protection when starting the engine, regardless of external conditions.
Thanks to Valvoline engine oil, the engine will start without any problems.
Also, the main advantages of motor oil include:
- A small indicator of the degree of evaporation. As mentioned above, it is precisely because of this that engine oil can be used for quite some time. It is also possible that it is because of the low volatility that the oil has a slightly thicker composition.
- Optimum effect on engine performance. Oil contributes to the optimal operation of the rubbing parts of the engine.
Thus, the merits of the products of the manufacturer in question are really many. However, what about the shortcomings of the products presented?
Disadvantages of Valvolin engine oil
What are the disadvantages of Valvolin Motor Oil?
Reviews for these products are mostly positive, and therefore it will be very problematic to find any shortcomings. In addition, it is quite difficult to identify the problems of the whole product as a whole, without referring to any particular brand. Nevertheless, the motor oils of the presented company still have some drawbacks. Among them:
- The rapid darkening of some brands of motor oils (which, in principle, is not dangerous, but is taken too seriously by many motorists). To prevent this from happening, you must carefully consult with sellers or seek advice from more experienced drivers. In addition, often the problem may be present in the engine itself, and Valvolin oil is completely irrelevant.
- Price. Many motorists consider the price to be the main disadvantage of Valvolin engine oils. Despite the fact that this is a very subjective point, here again everything will depend on a particular brand and its characteristics. In addition, it must be remembered that in Russia the price of these products may vary most due to the unstable ruble exchange rate.
Reviews on engine oil "Valvolin"
In order to finally understand the quality of the presented products, it is necessary to review reviews.
What do users and motorists think about Valvolin engine oil? Reviews, as mentioned above, are mostly positive. So, buyers claim that Valvolin perfectly cleans the engine. After several kilometers of driving, motorists see black substance in the engine - an excellent result of the engine oil presented. Users report that for such a low price, such high-quality engine cleaning is a rarity.
According to buyers, the engines of even old and used cars began to work much quieter, which is also a nice addition. Users note that the viscosity of the oil remains for a long time: after all, a slightly thicker composition remains the same even five months after purchase.
The main statement of buyers is that the oil can withstand any load perfectly. The car starts to drive as if lighter and more smoothly. Most consumers buy Valvolin again and again, because the brand, in their opinion, is deservedly eminent.
5W40 SynPower Reviews
Many car enthusiasts who have commented on the 5W40 SynPower say they have been using Valvolin engine oil for five years now. They do not want to select oil from another company and are not going to; they do not need an alternative. Users claim that:
- The oil does an excellent job cleaning the engine. For 1200 rubles, no other oil is capable of this.
- Auto start is incredibly fast even in winter.
- Significantly reduced the wear resistance of the rubbing engine parts.
- Driving at high speeds is very easy, the engine is almost inaudible.
- It is necessary to replace the oil once a year, although when using other products it had to be changed every six months.
Most consumers conclude their reviews with the words that the product is really very high quality and effective, especially at such a low cost.