All about engine oil for Kia Sportage 3rd generation

Kia Sportage 3 is a compact SUV car that replaced the second generation Sportage. Years of production of the third generation are 2010-2016. The crossover was developed on the Hyundai ix35 platform, but received an original exterior and interior design. The car was produced in Korea, Slovakia and Russia. In 2014, the car was modernized: new rear lights with LEDs appeared, the front part was also changed, the suspension was improved and the list of additional equipment was expanded. The third generation Sportage was offered in S, SE and SX trim levels. The engine range included 2.0 liter petrol and diesel engines, as well as front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. The engines were combined with a manual or automatic transmission.

When to change engine oil

Automakers develop different maintenance regulations depending on the type of engine, but in most cases the service life of the engine oil is from 10 to 15 thousand km. Such replacement regulations can be considered relevant for the Kia Sportage 3. However, in some cases it is necessary to deviate from the regulations and perform the replacement earlier than the stated deadline.

When is an early oil change necessary?

If operating conditions are far from average and the car engine is experiencing increased loads, then it is recommended to contact a car service well before the scheduled oil change date. Below are situations in which it is better to replace the fluid ahead of time.

• frequent long-distance trips on country roads
• intensive commercial use
• car mileage exceeds 150 thousand km
• the engine is subject to heavy overload due to towing semi-trailers and off-road driving

What is the shelf life of the oil depending on the conditions?

With a mileage of over 150 thousand km, the engine has a certain wear and tear, and this negatively affects the beneficial properties of the oil, which deteriorate and the liquid quickly becomes unusable. It is also possible that the oil level may decrease. Based on this, you should be more careful about the environmental conditions in which the car is located most of the time. Below are the shelf life of the oil depending on the engine load.

• if in city driving the oil shelf life is 600 hours, then on the highway and with the same mileage the oil will become unusable after 250 hours
• for a modern engine, the permissible maximum speed is 130 km/h, which does not in any way affect oil wear. However, if this threshold is exceeded, the lubricant overheats and quickly loses its useful properties. Moreover, the situation can worsen off-road - with frequent trips through sand, snow, mud, steep slopes and potholes. Frequent slipping, of course, also overloads the engine and has a bad effect on the quality of the oil. As a result, it turns out that in such conditions all vehicle systems work to the limit, which leads to a reduction in maintenance schedule and early replacement of lubricant
• The degree of load on the engine also depends on the quality of the combustible mixture. Cheap fuel with a large amount of sulfur is one of the reasons for the oxidation of motor oil and the deterioration of its beneficial properties.

Replacement periods depending on oil type

For gasoline engines

For diesel engines

Choosing original oil

When we understand what kind of oil to fill in the Kia Sportage engine, we proceed to the purchase. In this case, it is necessary to distinguish the original from the fake. Several markers:

• Price is the first indicator that allows you to determine whether it is counterfeit. If they offer motor oil at a discount of ten percent or more, you should be wary. Even large dealers are not profitable to provide such a price, since suppliers do not give such discounts.
• Place of purchase - choose stores with a good reputation. It is better to avoid shopping in markets and online services.
• The canister is the main marker for identifying a fake. Real manufacturers pay a lot of attention to design, quality, holograms, seams, and covers.

We look at the canister

We look carefully at the canister.
To determine if the oil you are purchasing for Kia Sportage is counterfeit, you should inspect the canister, paying attention to:

• The container must have a smooth surface with even seams. In this case, mechanical defects should not be visible. The canisters use high-quality plastic that is not translucent. The exception is the scale for determining displacement.
• The canister lid is secured with a locking ring, which breaks when opened. At the same time, large manufacturers put their logo on it, sometimes with a hologram.
• The label on the lubricant container should have clearly legible letters and bright colors. At the same time, there are no swellings and it is almost impossible to peel it off with your hands.
• Also, when choosing engine oil for the Kia Sportage, you will need to look at the production date. The date of release of the canister is marked on the bottom of the container; the cap should be clear and easy to read. The date of manufacture of the lubricant with an indication of time is applied to the front part. All information should be easy to read, and information about the batch number and expiration date should also be printed on the canister.

Famous oil brands

How do they protect themselves from counterfeits?

Castrol - has an imprinted logo on the top of the lid. The logo is also written on the side surface of the lid, capturing part of the fixing ring. Directly under the lid there is a membrane made of silver foil. All Castrol products feature holograms with individual serial numbers. Using online services, you can verify the authenticity of the oil. At the same time, at the bottom of the canister there is a colored company logo, which is included in the center of a shiny lock.

Shell - if you have chosen oil for the Kia Sportage from this manufacturer, then check the uniqueness of the container number on the official website. The number is printed on a hologram that is glued to the lid.

Mobil - starting in 2022, the buyer can verify the authenticity by scanning the QR code. You can also check the originality by entering the twelve characters of the code indicated on each canister on the company’s website. Also on the container there are three-dimensional graphic elements with convex metal dots.

Selecting oil by type

Mineral

Mineral is the most affordable oil recommended for the first generations of Kia Sportage. It is suitable only for warm and moderately cold climates without sudden temperature changes. This is due to the fact that mineral water has a thick consistency and is therefore prone to freezing at extremely low temperatures.

Moreover, in such conditions, problems with starting the engine, as well as various technical problems, are possible. In addition, mineral fluid contains a minimal set of useful additives and therefore does not lubricate parts well, which is why there is a high probability of overheating and dry friction between mechanisms that are subject to rapid wear. Thus, mineral oil can only be recommended for moderate loads.

Semi-synthetic

Semi-synthetic is a type of mineral oil, despite the presence of a small amount of synthetics. After all, most of the semi-synthetics are ordinary mineral water, which means this oil has similar disadvantages. Of course, semi-synthetic freezes less and provides more efficient starting at sub-zero temperatures, but it still has a fairly liquid consistency with poor resistance to crystallization. Semi-synthetics have more useful properties that have a positive effect on engine life, but at the same time, even the most expensive oil of this type cannot become an alternative to the most affordable synthetics.

Synthetic

Synthetic is the best oil for modern cars, including the latest generations of Kia Sportage. It has high viscosity and fluidity, withstands low temperatures well, is not prone to freezing and provides effective starting in a wide range of above and below-zero temperatures.

Thanks to a wide range of useful additives, this liquid protects parts from overheating, dry friction and premature wear. In addition, it is even possible to reduce fuel consumption and show no signs of foaming. The main disadvantage of synthetics is its high fluidity, which is not suitable for cars with high mileage due to possible leaks in the presence of microcracks. This is precisely why thicker semi-synthetics or mineral water are better suited for older cars.

Choosing oil according to seasonality

Summer oil is a specialized fluid for use only in warm weather. At sub-zero temperatures, there may be problems starting the engine with this oil. This is due to the special consistency of summer liquid, which crystallizes in frosty conditions. Therefore, even if the engine is successfully started with such oil at sub-zero temperatures, the engine is subjected to enormous loads and increased wear. In this regard, there is a high probability of failure of important components of the internal combustion engine, and major repairs may subsequently be required.

Winter oil, on the contrary, is only suitable for use in northern regions with stable low temperatures. It has a fairly liquid consistency and therefore is not at all prone to freezing, and also ensures effective starting in almost any frosty weather. However, in hot summers, winter oil becomes even more liquid, which is unacceptable for the normal functioning of the internal combustion engine. As a result, leaks and technical problems may occur. Moreover, at positive temperatures, winter lubricant is not able to form a strong oil film to protect parts from dry friction and premature wear.

All-season oil is the best option for variable climates. Therefore, this type has proven itself well in Russian conditions. The liquid combines the advantages of winter and summer oil, which are less pronounced. And yet, when purchasing a high-quality all-season vehicle, you can be sure of efficient engine starting in cold weather, as well as proper lubrication of all mechanisms for their flawless operation until the next scheduled oil change. Thus, all-season oil is versatile because it can be used all year round.

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So, unlike your semi-underground ODs, with us you can go to your garage with your consumables, and not to the official dealer, otherwise goodbye to the guarantee. I think you, too, are not such fools as to be responsible for oils and oils taken from someone unknown where. etc., and on occasion they will kick you if a major breakdown occurs.

Last edited by KAZAK; 05/01/2016 at 16:37.

In what place, I wonder, did simply stating a fact suddenly become rudeness? Think, anyway, something positive, turn on your imagination. do not confirm stupid stereotypes about the speed of thought in the Baltics.

“We” have the same OA as all over the world, the list is on the manufacturer’s website, where does the nonsense about the underground come from?

And no dealer has the right to force the purchase of consumables from them - this is a violation of current consumer protection legislation. Why on earth would you pay twice as much for the same product?!

To fulfill the warranty requirements, it is enough to use materials that have the manufacturer’s approval, and you brought them and gave them to work or immediately bought them from the OD - purple. That is why the quote from Murzilka with the parameters of the liquid is useful for everyone who thinks a little and counts their money, and does not stupidly go to the dealer, embarrassed to use their civil rights.

The guarantee, by the way, is given by the MANUFACTURER, and don’t let OD fool you. nonsense about “removal to guarantee”. there is no such thing in principle, this is not a police account in the children's room

And the manufacturer does not regulate the place of purchase of parts and consumables. If only they were original or with the appropriate approval.

Precisely because they are not fools, they understand perfectly well that if it comes to a conflict, they will have to PROVE that the cause of the breakdown was the use of materials provided by the client. But they have no right not to hire them, because... You didn’t bring tap water, but a packaged product, with all the attributes of the original product, I think you are not the enemy of your machine. You can also ask for a certificate of conformity when purchasing and provide an OA if you are particularly biased.

Last edited by Provo; 05/16/2016 at 14:01.

Selecting oil by viscosity

• Constant operation of the car in winter conditions requires oil with a viscosity of 0W-40 or 5W-30
• Constant operation of the car in summer conditions requires oil with a viscosity of 25W-40 or 25W-50
• car operation in variable climatic conditions (winter, summer and spring) requires all-season oil with a viscosity of 10W-40, 5W-40 or 15W-40

Refueling tanks and brands of fuel and lubricants KIA Sportage

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Which oil is better to choose

The above parameters correspond to all modern lubricants that can be recommended for the Kia Sportage depending on the engine type and operating conditions. It is important to keep in mind that oil with energy-saving properties is better suited for Sportage. In addition, motor fluid for Sportage with a gasoline engine must meet various specifications and requirements, namely ACEA A5, ILSAC GF-4, API-SM and higher. In the case of diesel engines (with a particulate filter), when choosing a suitable oil, you must adhere to the ACEA C2 or C3 specifications, as well as ACEA B4.

Tolerances and oil viscosity by year of manufacture

Year of manufacture – 2010

• All-season – 10W-40, 15W-40, 5W-40
• Winter – 0W-40, 5W-40
• Summer – 20W-40, 25W-40, 25W-40
• Type (for gasoline) – semi-synthetic API-SL+EC I
• Type (for diesel engines) – semi-synthetic API-CI-EC I

Year of manufacture 2011

• All-season – 10W-40, 15W-40, 5W-40
• Winter – 0W-40, 5W-40
• Summer – 20W-40, 25W-40
• Type (for gasoline) - semi-synthetic API-SL+EC I
• Type (for diesel engines) – semi-synthetic API-CI-4+EC I

Year of manufacture 2012

• All-season 5W-40, 10W-40, 15W-40
• Winter – 0W-30, 0W-40, 5W-40
• Summer – 20W-40, 25W-40
• Type (for gasoline) – semi-synthetic API-SM
• Type (for diesel engines) – semi-synthetic API-CI-4+EC 1

Year of release – 2013

• All-season – 5W-40, 15W-40
• Winter – 0W-40, 5W-40
• Summer – 20W-40, 25W-40
• Type (for gasoline) – semi-synthetic API-SM+EC I
• Type (for diesel engines) – semi-synthetic API-CI-4+EC I

Year of release 2014

• All-season – 10W-40, 15W-40, 5W-40
• Winter – 0W-40, 0W-30, 5W-40
• Summer – 20W-40, 25W-40
• Type (for gasoline) – synthetic or semi-synthetic API-SM+EC II
• Type (for diesel engines) – synthetic or semi-synthetic API-CI-4+EC II

Year of release 2015

• All-season – 10W-40, 15W-40, 5W-40
• Winter – 0W-40, 5W-40
• Summer – 20W-40, 25W-40
• Type (for gasoline) – synthetic or semi-synthetic API-SM+EC II
• Type (for diesel engines) – synthetic or semi-synthetic API-CI-4+EC II

Generation II (2004-2010)

Engine G4GC 2.0

• What kind of engine oil is filled from the factory (original): Synthetic 5W30
• Oil types (by viscosity): 5W-30, 5W-40, 10W-30, 10W-40
• How many liters of oil are in the engine (total volume): 4.0 liters.
• Oil consumption per 1000 km: up to 1000 ml.
• When to change oil: 10000-15000

Engine G6BA 2.7

• What kind of engine oil is filled from the factory (original): Synthetic 5W30
• Oil types (by viscosity): 5W-30, 5W-40
• How many liters of oil in the engine (total volume): 4.5 liters.
• Oil consumption per 1000 km: up to 1000 ml.
• When to change oil: 10000-15000

Recommended Engine Oil

Based on the above information, you can decide on the recommended oil for the third generation Kia Sportage crossover.

For gasoline engines, the original Hyundai/Kia Premium LF Gasoline 5W-20 fluid is suitable. If the car is equipped with a two-liter engine of the Nu family, then you should opt for the Hyundai Turbo Syn Gasoline 5W-30 ACEA A5.

As for the Kia Sportage with a diesel engine , the original Hyundai/Kia Premium DPF Diesel oil is recommended for such a crossover.

Specifications Hyundai/Kia Premium LF Gasoline 5W-20

• Type – synthetic
• Viscosity – 5W-20
• API/ILSAC approvals – SM, GF-4
• Purpose – for gasoline and diesel engines
• Color – amber, transparent
• Volatility of PLA – 9.2
• Viscosity (index) – 155
• Kinematic viscosity at 40/100 g. – 48.60/8.56
• Dynamic viscosity at minus 30 deg. – 5420
• Density at 15 g. – 0.896
• Pour/flash point – minus 36/236 degrees.
• Alkaline/acid index – 8.26/1.62
• Sulfur/ash/zinc/phosphorus content – ​​0.334/0.95/957/850
• Molybdenum/boron/magnesium/calcium content – ​​673/1/10/2228
• Silicon/sodium content – ​​8/2

Price 05100-00151 – 740 RUR per 1 l

Specifications Hyundai Turbo Syn Gasoline 5W-30 ACEA A5

• Type – synthetic
• Viscosity – 5W-30
• API/ACEA/ILSAC approvals – GF-4, SM/A5, A3/GF-3
• Purpose – for gasoline and diesel engines
• Viscosity index – 157
• Kinematic viscosity at 40/100 g. – 61.59/10.35
• Dynamic viscosity at minus 30 deg. – 6617
• Density at 15 g. – 0.899
• Pour point – minus 42
• Alkaline index/acid index – 10.05/2.17
• Ash/zinc/phosphorus content – ​​1.24/988/883
• Molybdenum/magnesium/calcium content – ​​655/8/31.38
• Silicon/sodium content – ​​4/11

Price 05100-00141 – 730 rubles per 1 l

Specifications Hyundai/Kia Premium DPF Diesel

• Type – synthetic
• Viscosity – 5W-30
• ACEA approvals – C3
• Purpose – for diesel engines
• Viscosity index – 166
• Kinematic viscosity at 40/100 g. – 70.94/11.96
• Dynamic viscosity at minus 30 deg. – 6073
• Density at 15 g. – 0.870
• Pour point – minus 38 degrees.
• Alkaline/acid index – 8.13/2.01
• Sulfur/ash/zinc content – ​​0.185/0.83/849
• Phosphorus/boron/magnesium content – ​​735/74/11
• Calcium/silicon/sodium content – ​​2069/6/4

Price 05200-00120 – 900 rubles per 1 l

2.l, 184 hp, diesel, all-wheel drive (4WD), automatic transmission, 2010 - 2016

• Trims: 2.0D AT 4WD Premium, 2.0D AT 4WD Luxe Cruise, 2.0D AT 4WD FIFA, 2.0D AT 4WD Luxe, 2.0D AT 4WD Prestige
• Engine: D4HA

Additional Information

• Oil type: synthetic
• Manufacturer approval: ACEA B4; with particulate filter - ACEA C3
• Oil filter (article): 26320-2F010

* — service oil volume is indicated.

** - when operating a vehicle in difficult conditions (high load, harsh environmental conditions, low quality fuel, city traffic jams and short trips), it is recommended to reduce the engine oil change interval by 2 times.

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What kind of oil was poured in from the factory?

The engine of the Kia Sportage, produced from 2010 to 2016, was filled with oil from the factory with the appropriate specifications that are recommended for gasoline and diesel engines. Thus, API-SL oil was relevant for gasoline cars in the first years of production, and API-CI for diesel cars. As for the restyled models presented on the market from 2014 to 2016, in this case, oil with a more modern API-SM approval for gasoline and API-CI-4 for diesel engines was poured from the factory.

What do drivers choose?

For gasoline engines

1.Total Quartz 9000 Energy HKS G-310 5W-30

Peculiarities:

• high quality synthetic base
• environmentally friendly composition and compatibility with Hyundai-Kia cars
• high degree of energy saving properties
• long replacement interval
• Anti-oxidation stability, protection against corrosion and deposits
• high alkalinity
• fuel economy
• reduced friction of parts to protect against premature wear
• can be used in harsh winter conditions

Price 213800 – 3000 rubles for 5 l

2.Petro-Canada Supreme Synthetic 5W-30

Peculiarities:

• 100% premium synthetic foundation
• compatible with modern gasoline engines of Kia and Hyundai cars of different classes
• Provides protection for turbochargers and is suitable for year-round use
• meets modern ILSAC GF-5 and API-SN specifications
• also suitable for engines requiring the use of oils with ILSAC GF-4 and API-SM parameters
• high content of molybdenum and other useful substances
• minimum sulfur content 0.254
• wide range of anti-wear additives

Price MOSYN53C12 – 600 rubles per 1 l

3.Ravenol SFE 5W-20

Peculiarities:

• has a synthetic, highly volatile base made using CleanSynto technology
• compatible with gasoline and diesel engines
• saves fuel and extends oil change intervals
• ensures efficient cold starting
• is a versatile and environmentally friendly oil that reduces the risk of premature ignition of fuel
• Suitable for turbocharged petrol engines with Turbo-GDI injection system
• compatible with extreme low and high temperatures
• protects against corrosion and retains its original viscosity throughout the entire interval until the next replacement
• has a high viscosity index
• compatible with engine seals of almost all Kia and Hyundai vehicles

Price 1111110-001-01-999 – 1100 rubles per 1 l

4.United EcoElite 5W-20

Peculiarities:

• high quality synthetic base using United Eco-Elite technology
• compliance with the modern GF-5 standard
• provides maximum protection of internal combustion engine parts from increased wear and heavy deposits
• designed for a long replacement interval and saves fuel
• cleans pistons and reduces the likelihood of sludge deposits accumulating over long runs
• Compatible with most modern engine seals
• eliminates premature wear of turbochargers

Price 8886351338250 – 1600 rubles for 4 l

5.Motul 8100 Eco-Nergy 5W-30

Peculiarities:

• energy-saving synthetic oil
• Compatible with modern and powerful gasoline and diesel engines, including injection engines, which require low high temperature viscosity at high shear rates (HTHS)
• used in gasoline and diesel engines that require the use of energy-saving oils (Fuel Economy technology and compatibility with ACEA A1/B1 and A5/B5)
• has good thermal stability and low levels of sulphate ash
• has a modern additive package that is resistant to high temperature loads
• declared compatibility with exhaust gas aftertreatment systems
• forms a durable oil film reduces heat load and maintains optimal pressure

Price 102782 – 905 rubles per 1 l

For diesel engines

1.Total Quartz Ineo MC3 5W-30

Peculiarities:

• environmentally friendly and low-ash synthetic base from the low Saps line
• low levels of sulfur, phosphorus and other hazardous substances
• resistance to extreme temperature changes
• Compatible with multi-valve and turbocharged engines, as well as engines with direct injection
• suitable for a sporty driving style, as well as country trips at high speeds
• originally designed for harsh and severe conditions, and therefore has a high safety margin and is designed for a long replacement interval
• saves fuel

Price 157103B – 2100 RUR for 5 l

2.Shell Helix Ultra Extra 5W-30

Peculiarities:

• oil on a full synthetic basis, compatible with gasoline and diesel internal combustion engines without particulate filters
• meets modern requirements API-SN/CF and complies with quality standards API-SL/CF, ACEA A3/B4, etc.
• ensures long replacement intervals and reduces friction between parts
• does not freeze at temperatures down to minus 48 degrees
• proprietary Active Cleansing technology is aimed at the maximum level of protection against deposits and uninterrupted engine operation regardless of load
• contains a wide range of antioxidant and anti-corrosion additives

Price 550040621 – 103,000 rubles for 208 l

3.Motul 8100 X-Clean C3 5W-30

Peculiarities:

• 100% synthetic based oil
• has protective properties and helps save fuel
• compatible with the latest generation gasoline and diesel engines, including engines with a turbine and direct fuel injection system
• suitable for engines that require the use of energy-saving oils of the ACEA C2 standard
• declared compatibility with catalytic converters and DPF particulate filters
• forms a strong oil film and reduces friction between parts, thereby providing them with cooling and protection from overheating
• resistant to low and high temperatures, and also not prone to overuse
• has high viscosity and low sulfated ash levels

Price 104775 – 1100 rubles per 1 l

4.Mobil ESP Formula 5W-30

Peculiarities:

• Suitable for modern petrol and diesel engines with particulate filters, including Kia engines
• has a 100% synthetic base with cleaning and environmentally friendly additives
• increases engine service life due to its continuous protection from oxidation and corrosion processes, dry friction of parts and overheating
• suitable for extreme operating conditions
• not prone to premature aging and designed for a long replacement interval
• high temperature and cleaning characteristics
• low sulfur and ash levels
• suitable for engines equipped with modern catalytic systems and particulate filters

Price 152622 – 966 rubles per 1 l

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oh, they abandoned 6-liter crankcases))) that’s right.

In what place, I wonder, did simply stating a fact suddenly become rudeness? Think, anyway, something positive, turn on your imagination. do not confirm stupid stereotypes about the speed of thought in the Baltics.

“We” have the same OA as all over the world, the list is on the manufacturer’s website, where does the nonsense about the underground come from?

And no dealer has the right to force the purchase of consumables from them - this is a violation of current consumer protection legislation. Why on earth would you pay twice as much for the same product?!

To fulfill the warranty requirements, it is enough to use materials that have the manufacturer’s approval, and you brought them and gave them to work or immediately bought them from the OD - purple. That is why the quote from Murzilka with the parameters of the liquid is useful for everyone who thinks a little and counts their money, and does not stupidly go to the dealer, embarrassed to use their civil rights.

The guarantee, by the way, is given by the MANUFACTURER, and don’t let OD fool you. nonsense about “removal to guarantee”. there is no such thing in principle, this is not a police account in the children's room

And the manufacturer does not regulate the place of purchase of parts and consumables. If only they were original or with the appropriate approval.

Precisely because they are not fools, they understand perfectly well that if it comes to a conflict, they will have to PROVE that the cause of the breakdown was the use of materials provided by the client. But they have no right not to hire them, because... You didn’t bring tap water, but a packaged product, with all the attributes of the original product, I think you are not the enemy of your machine. You can also ask for a certificate of conformity when purchasing and provide an OA if you are particularly biased.

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How much oil is in the engine

Gasoline

Diesel

Original oil filter for Kia Sportage 3 – article number 26300-35530

Volume

The required amount of fluid depends on the engine displacement. So, the Kia Sportage 2-liter gasoline engine requires 6.5 liters of fluid. It is possible to introduce this much oil only during a comprehensive replacement, during which the old oil is first drained, then the flushing compound is poured in and passed through the entire transmission. Then the flushing agent is drained, and only after that new engine oil is introduced. This procedure effectively cleans the engine of old oil residues, dirt deposits and metal shavings. Partial replacement does not provide such an option, but there is a way to make partial replacement no less effective than full replacement. So, for this, partial oil changes are carried out 3-4 times every 500 kilometers. Thanks to this, the engine components will be completely cleared of dirt deposits, and after this it will be possible to pour in the full volume of fresh oil. This way, you can save on a comprehensive oil change without visiting an expensive dealership.

A 1.6 petrol engine requires 3.3-3.5 liters of fluid. As for the 1.7 and 2.0 diesel engines, they consume 5.3 and 8.0 liters respectively.

What determines oil consumption?

• on the characteristics of the engine, its condition and operating conditions
• on the condition of the oil filter
• on the quality and characteristics of the engine oil

Allowable oil consumption before and after running in

When running up to 5000 km, oil consumption should not exceed 1 l/1000 km. This consumption is considered acceptable even after replacing the piston rings. It should be noted that the volume of lubricant consumption depends on the design and type of engine - gasoline or diesel. There are generally accepted guidelines for engine oil consumption after break-in. At least, you can count on the following consumption rates over 5-150 thousand km:

• 0.25 l/10,000 km – under normal conditions
• 0.4 l/1000 km – at speed and cargo loads
• 0.5 l/1000 km – in mountainous areas

Oil consumption rate for mileage over 150 thousand km

For car engines with mileage of more than 150 thousand km, the permissible oil consumption is 0.35-0.55 l/1000 km.

Allowable oil consumption

For new gasoline engines - 0.25 liters. Critical volume – 0.5 l

For gasoline engines with mileage – 100 ml. Critical volume – 0.5 l

For diesel engines - 0.3-0.5 l. Critical volume – 2 l

For turbocharged engines - from 80 ml and above, depending on the number of turbines

Why do diesel engines have higher oil consumption?

Despite their high efficiency, diesel engines consume significantly more engine oil compared to gasoline internal combustion engines. The reason lies in high compression and increased load on the nodes due to higher pressure. Over time, diesel engines develop natural waste, which in this case is also important from the point of view of additional protection. The oil consumption rate for diesel engines is higher because part of the lubricant is gradually blown out by the system that removes crankcase gases.

How is oil classified?

The main characteristics are viscosity and its dependence on temperature. Nowadays, the SAE classification of motor lubricants adopted in America is widespread. The indicator reflects the viscosity of the substance at high and low temperatures, starting properties, and pumpability.

According to this system, there are 3 types of lubricants: summer, winter, all-season (year-round). The first two types are specialized. Nowadays they are rarely used.

Summer options are the most viscous. They are marked with SAE x0, where x takes values ​​from 2 to 6. The larger the number x, the more viscous the substance.

The higher the average summer temperature in a region, the greater the viscosity should be.

All winter products are marked W - winter (winter). Example of marking: SAE 10W.

All-season products are designated as follows: SAE yW-z. Where y - takes values ​​0, 5, 15, 20. Indicates viscosity at low temperature. Z values ​​– 30, 40 – viscosity at high temperature. Thus, the most frost-resistant lubricant 0W-30 ensures uninterrupted operation of the mechanism at temperatures from -30°C to +20°C.

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The ACEA standard was introduced by 15 European machine manufacturers. Certification requirements are stricter than those of the American API standard. According to ACEA, there are 4 classes of lubricants for different engines:

• gasoline,
• diesel,
• diesel and gasoline with exhaust gas neutralizers,
• diesel engines with a volume of over 2.5 liters.

Each class has a corresponding letter designation: A, B, C, E.

Within the class, lubricants are divided into categories - A1, A2, A3... The higher the number, the better parameters the oil has: it saves more fuel and does not need to be replaced longer.

Causes of oil consumption and what to do about it

1. Plug leakage - usually occurs under load and when the engine is warm. To check this version you need to look under the bottom
2. Filled with counterfeit oil. Special protection against counterfeiting, which is found on the packaging of such branded oils as Shell, Ravenol, Mobil, etc., will help you avoid counterfeits.
3. Filled with oil that does not meet the operating conditions. When choosing a suitable oil, you should always proceed from the following criteria: - viscosity - classification and tolerances - protection against counterfeiting
4. Malfunction of the oil separator - to check this version, you need to disassemble the outlet pipe, which can be very dirty. If there is only a small deposit in the pipe, similar to ash, then everything is fine
5. Coking of cylinder piston rings is what happens primarily due to untimely oil changes. The waste liquid loses all its beneficial properties and causes more harm than good. As a result, the oil scraper rings become clogged, which in the worst case will have to be replaced. At best, wash it with a special agent at a service center (the procedure is called ring decarbonization)
6. Rapid aging of the oil - this phenomenon can occur every time after 2000-3000 km after changing the oil. This is due to the following factors: - the oil contains a lot of fuel, and not of the best quality. You can check this with a dipstick - problems in the fuel system - wear of spark plugs or ignition coils - counterfeit oil has been filled in - oil has been filled in with inappropriate specifications and tolerances

Why is it necessary to reduce the shift interval to 10 thousand km?

Despite the fact that, in accordance with the Kia Sportage manual, it is recommended to change engine oil at intervals of fifteen thousand kilometers, in difficult operating conditions this figure drops to 7.5-10 thousand kilometers. The following factors help reduce the lubricant change period in the Kia Sportage internal combustion engine:

Frequent movements over short distances:

• up to 8 km in summer;
• up to 16 km at sub-zero temperatures.
• Driving at low or high speed and idling continuously.
• Operating the vehicle on uneven road surfaces.
• Travel on roads treated with chemicals.
• Frequent traffic jams or mountainous terrain.
• Use of the vehicle for hauling trailers or as a work vehicle, including taxi, patrol or commercial vehicles, etc.