CDE Collision Centers (Columbus)

Top 5 Best Synthetic Engine Oils

In today's world, we put our vehicles under a ton of stress and  our vehicles are being put under strain all the time. The average car engine runs between 12,000 to 15,000 miles annually and at times even considerably more. On average, a regular non-synthetic oil will give you about 3,000 miles before it's time to change it. By switching over to full synthetic engine oil, you won't need to change it until you hit 7,000 to 10,000 miles.

At CDE Collision Centers (Columbus), we know that lubrication is more important with today's cars, so that's why we're telling people in Chicago and all over the state of IL about the top five synthetic oils on the market today.

1.) Royal Purple HPS 5W-20 Synthetic Oil

Royal Purple reigns as the finest premium automotive synthetic oil on the market today. Reviews claim that it will protect your engine for as many as 15,000 miles before needing a change. Because it is the very best, however, you're going to pay big-time for it, with roughly $38 to $40 dollars for five quarts.

2.) Mobil 1 Extended Performance Full Synthetic Oil

Mobil 1 is one of the leading three brands for synthetic engine oil right now, with amazing reviews and top ratings across the board. It's surely not the least expensive at five quarts of Mobil 1 Extended Performance coming in at around $30 to $32 do. Now remember--this is a full synthetic engine oil you are getting, which means  that it can be used in literally any kind of engine.

3.) Pennzoil Ultra Platinum Full Synthetic Oil

Directly behind Mobil 1 and Royal Purple, Pennzoil Full Synthetic oil made #3 on our list. Being a full synthetic oil, it will protect your engine completely for a long time, so the average price of $29 to $30  dollars for five quarts seems fairly reasonable, right?

4.) Castrol EDGE Extended Performance Synthetic Oil

Castrol's EDGE Full Synthetic oil is a big seller, because it is well-regarded as a product that can handle the extreme heat that is produced by the internal friction of the engine. Costing roughly $28-$30 for a full five quarts of this motor oil, you’re getting enough for up to 15,000 miles of full-on protection, but only if you use the appropriate oil filter as well.

5.) Rotella T6 Heavy Duty Full Synthetic Diesel Oil

Designed specifically for heavy-duty trucks and diesels, Rotella T6 Full Synthetic motor oil is the ideal solution. Costing approximately  $18 dollars for five full quarts, it’s a much lower cost option than the others listed here. With the reduced cost comes with less internal wear protection, but it is still better than non-synthetic oil overall.

Sources: ASA, AARP and AOL