Thread: 0W30 or 5W30
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Old May 20th, 2021, 15:23   #164
Kev0607
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Originally Posted by tomkirkland View Post
Whys it have to be so complicated.

Doesn't help that the industry changed it's grading to really screw with you

I take it that if I went to Volvo Parts desk, gave them my Reg and said I'd like oil please, they supply me with 0w-30 which is Castrol Edge A5/B5 in a different bottle?

I've checked on the well known oil manufactures sites, 2 say 0w-30, and the 3rd (Shell) says Helix HX5 15w-40

I can't say I've noticed a different in economy in my XC90, it's poor at the best of times, 34mpg average is it's best on a long run. I haven't burnt as much, in fact in 12 months I've not had to top up.

Only added 5w-30 as I did see an older post from Clan on the Jun 19th, 2016, that says to quote:



Was I right or wrong after reading on I don't know

I guess if I buy this bottle with A5/B5 written on it, then i'll be safe!
I’ve used 5w30 A5/B5 for ages... its fine for UK climate.

I haven’t noticed a difference in fuel economy by using it instead of 0w30 either.
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