Engine oil LIQUI MOLY or Castrol

Castrol Engine oil
rbmk1810
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Rating 4.0

Hey! I had two Octavias with the 1.6 TDI: the mk2 (I sold it) and the mk3 (the current one). Personally, I prefer Castrol Edge 5W-30. On the mk2 I once used Ravenol and the engine was a bit noisier compared to when I used Castrol.

Pros: engine happier than ever
Cons: engine was noisier
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LIQUI MOLY Engine oil
MikePych72994
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Rating 5.0

I’ve tested a few Liqui Moly mixtures and so far my favorite has actually been the Molygen though it’s not recommended it does meet their LL04 standard. Special Tec is a viable option as well and recommended by BMW. I’d say either is a great option for the longevity of the engine. I’ve had my car for 50k KM (20K Miles roughly) and I’ve had no issues whatsoever so far!

Pros: great for longevity, no issues
Mileage: 50000 km
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Castrol Engine oil

SOOOO I've always used full synthetic way before most vehicles started recommending it from the manufacturer. I've ran mobile 1, royal purple, and a few others. When we got our 2007 Mazda 3 all of the records/receipts showed conventional Castrol was used. I've stuck with it to see how it do... I've increased the weight "one step" because we live in a hotter than average climate but we just hit 290k miles with not major issues... my average MPG is 31.x and I typically do 10 over the speed limit (so it could definitely be improved).I change it myself every 5k miles. I think the frequency is more important than the quality with oil. I'd rather have super tech every 3k than mobile 1 every 10k. I think if you stick with any major brand, use a good filter, and change it regularly you'll be fine.

Pros: 290k miles, no major issues
Cons: MPG could be improved
Vehicle: Mazda 3
Mileage: 290000 km
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LIQUI MOLY Engine oil

After using Castrol for \~16 years I switched reluctantly to Liquid Moly, I say reluctant because the Castrol was so highly suggested to use.

Result is that while using Castrol all of those years I would have to add 1/2 to 1 quart of oil in between 5-6K oil changes. I drive the car hard and was told mild oil burning is normal for the S54 engine.

I have been using the Liquid Moly for the last few years and I do not burn any oil in between changes, and my engine oil runs at a lower temperature then it ever has in the past.

Pros: no oil burning, lower temperature
Cons: mild oil burning normal
Vehicle: BMW
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