The selection of lubricant must begin with the instruction manual for a particular car model. The specified documentation describes the viscosity, type, class of the required oil. The purchase of the recommended engine oil for Kia cee'd will reduce fuel consumption, improve the operation of the power unit, and also increase the operating period of the engine and lubrication system.
The recommended engine oil for Kia cee'd is described in the car manual. In this documentation, the manufacturer not only indicates the parameters of engine oil suitable for a particular car engine, but also focuses on the need to take into account the seasonality of fluids. Depending on the season, lubricants designed for summer, winter or all-weather are distinguished. Each type of lubricant has specific characteristics and a unique chemical base that allows you to ensure the normal operation of the Kia seed motor, depending on the operating conditions of the machine.
The selection of lubricant is made taking into account the basic basis of the fluid and the temperature range in which the vehicle will be operated. For stressed working conditions and too hot climates, synthetics or semi-synthetics are better suited. In worn engines with high mileage, it is preferable to use mineral oil.
When buying engine fluid for Kia seed, pay attention to whether there are tolerances on the fluid canister. The presence of tolerances indicates the compliance of engine oil with a specific brand of car.
Kia сeed ED FL 2010-2012 release
According to the manual for 1.4L engines; 1.6L; 2.0L, running on gasoline, use oils that meet the parameters:
- For European countries:
- according to API - SL or SM;
- according to the ACEA standard - A3 or the highest class of car oil approved for use
- Except European countries:
- according to the API classification - SM, in the absence of the specified motor oil, it is permissible to use SL;
Based on the instructions, for motors running on diesel fuel, it is recommended:
- With DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter):
- according to the ACEA standard - C3:
- Without DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter):
- according to API specification - CH-4 or higher;
- according to the ACEA-B4 standard.
When choosing the type of lubricant, consider the temperature range in which the machine will be operated. Select the recommended viscosity coefficient from table 1.
*1 - you can reduce fuel consumption by filling in oil SAE 0W-40, 5W-30, 5W-40, according to API standard - SL and SM or ACEA - A3 and higher.
*2 - SAE 5W-20, 5W-30 fluids, according to API - SL or SM, allow fuel saving; according to ILSAC - GF-3 and more.
*3 - if the mileage of the car for 1 year is 30 thousand km, while maintenance standards are observed, it is permissible to use motor fluids SAE 5W-30, SAE 5W-40 or SAE 0W-30, 0W-40.
According to table 1, it is recommended to use, for example, for gasoline units (for European countries): 0W-40, 5W-30, 5W-40 at temperatures from -30 0 C (or less) to +50 0 C (or more). In gasoline engines (except European countries) 20W-50 in the temperature range from -6 0 C to +50 0 C (or more) or 15W-40 at temperatures from -15 0 C to +50 0 C (or more). Liquids for other temperature ranges are selected in a similar way.
Kia Ceed GT JD and Ceed SW JD 2013-2014 and Kia Ceed GT JD 2014-2015
According to the instructions, you need to pour liquids with the parameters:
- In gasoline engines 1.4 MPI, 1.6 MPI, 1.6 GDI (for European countries):
- according to the ACEA standard - A5 or the highest class;
- In gasoline engines 1.4 MPI, 1.6 MPI, 1.6 GDI (except for European countries):
- according to API standard - SM;
- in accordance with ILSAC - GF-4 or higher.
- For 1.6 T-GDI petrol engines:
- according to SAE 5W-30.
- For diesel units with DPF (diesel particulate filter):
- according to ACEA - C2 or C3;
- For diesel units without DPF (diesel particulate filter):
- according to ACEA -B4 classification.
- Petrol power units:
- HELIX ULTRA AH-E 5W-30;
- HELIX ULTRA 5W-40;
- Diesel motors:
- HELIX ULTRA AP 5W-30.
Table 2. Temperature range for recommended SAE viscosity grades. *1 - pouring SAE 5W-20, changing the oil and oil filter is performed: after 15 thousand km for MPI engines and after 10 thousand km in the case of GDI engines under normal operating conditions. Under severe operating conditions, the fluid for MPI is changed after 7.5 thousand kilometers, and in the case of GDI - after 5 thousand kilometers.
*2 - to reduce fuel consumption, it is possible to use liquids SAE 5W-20 or 5W-30, according to API - SM, according to ILSAC - GF 4 and more.
*3 - to achieve greater fuel economy allows SAE 5W-30, according to ACEA - A5 and more.
According to Table 2, for diesel engines, for example, at temperatures from -25 0 C to +40 0 C, 5W-30 fluid is suitable, and in the temperature range from -17 0 C to +50 0 C (or more) it is better to use 15W- 40.
Kia Ceed JD FL and Kia Ceed SW JD FL 2015-2017
According to the manual, it is necessary to use oils that meet the requirements:
- In Kappa 1.0 T-GDI petrol engines:
- according to ACEA - A5 or higher;
- according to SAE 5W-30.
- For Kappa 1.4 MPI petrol units (for Europe):
- according to ACEA - A5 or higher;
- according to SAE 5W-30;
- For Kappa 1.4 MPI petrol units (except Europe):
- in accordance with ILSAC - GF-4;
- according to API classification - SM.
- according to ACEA - A5 or higher;
- according to SAE 5W-20.
- In petrol engines Gamma 1.6 MPI (for Europe):
- according to ACEA - A5 or higher;
- according to SAE 5W-30.
- In petrol engines Gamma 1.6 MPI (except Europe):
- according to ILSAC - GF-4;
- according to API - SM;
- according to the ACEA standard - A5 or higher;
- according to SAE 5W-20.
- For Gamma 1.6 GDI petrol powertrains:
- according to ACEA - A5 or higher;
- according to SAE 5W-30 specification.
- For gasoline engines Gamma 1.6 T-GDI (for Europe):
- in accordance with ACEA - A5;
- according to SAE 5W-30.
- For Gamma 1.6 T-GDI gasoline engines (except Europe):
- in accordance with ACEA - A5;
- according to SAE 5W-40.
- U II 1.4 WGT and U II 1.6 VGT engines running on diesel fuel without a DPF particulate filter:
- in accordance with ACEA - B4;
- according to SAE 5W-30.
- U II 1.4 WGT and U II 1.6 VGT diesel engines equipped with a DPF diesel particulate filter:
- in accordance with ACEA - C2;
- according to SAE 0W-30.
If there is no oil marked SM, ILSAC GF-4, ACEAA5 for gasoline engines, then it is allowed to pour SL, ILSAC GF-3, ACEA A3.
- Gasoline motors:
- HELIX ULTRA AH-E 5W-30;
- HELIX ULTRA 5W-40.
- Diesel power units:
- HELIX ULTRA AP 5W-30.
When choosing a lubricant, take into account the temperature regime at which the car will be operated. Select recommended viscosity values from table 2.
Kia Ceed SW ED FL 2010-2012 model years
According to the instructions for 1.4L engines; 1.6L; 2.0L, running on gasoline, you need to use lubricants that meet the parameters:
- For Europe:
- according to API classification - SL or SM;
- according to ACEA - A3 or higher class approved car oil
- SHELL Helix Plus 5W-30 or 5W-40;
- SHELL Helix Ultra 0W-40;5W-30;5W-40;
- Exxonmobil SHC Formula MB 5W-30.
- Except European countries:
- in accordance with API - SM, if the specified car oil is not available, then it is permissible to use SL;
- according to ILSAC - GF-4 or higher.
Based on the instructions, for 1.6L and 2.0L engines running on diesel fuel, it is recommended:
- With DPF particulate filter:
- according to ACEA - C3;
- In the absence of a DPF particulate filter:
- according to API classification - CH-4 or higher;
- according to the ACEA standard - B4.
When choosing a lubricant, pay attention to the temperature regime at which the car will be operated. Select recommended viscosity values from table 1.
Conclusion
Engine oil parameters affect the fuel consumption of the car and the operation of the vehicle in cold weather (engine starting, pumping lubricant). Using the recommended engine oil for Kia cee'd improves engine performance and increases the ego of the operating period. The use of even an original car oil that does not meet the recommendations of the Kia ceed manufacturer will lead to deterioration in the lubrication of the motor and its premature failure.
Now the trend among automakers to produce motor oils under their own brands is actively continuing its development. Although in fact the company itself takes little part in the development of the lubricant formulation, such motor fluids are optimally suited to the characteristics of the engines. The united company Hyundai-Kia was no exception. These Korean developers used to use for their machines, but then proceeded to create their own oil brand. It was named Mobis. Modern Kia Hyundai oils meet the most stringent quality requirements, are considered the best solution for Korean cars, and can also be poured into engines of other countries, Korea, Europe, etc.
Engine oil from the KIA-Hyundai concern is not produced at the company's production facilities.
Production features
Kia-Hyundai does not have its own factories that would develop and manufacture motor oils. Now apply the principle of concluding partnership agreements. The automaker signs a contract with a manufacturer of motor lubricants, and he develops a special composition for the characteristics of cars. The result is an optimal motor lubricant in all respects. The only objective drawback is usually the high price when compared with analogues. Some believe that oil for Kia-Hyundai is produced exclusively at the facilities of the SK concern, which produces the well-known ZIC oil. This is true, but only partially. It is unimportant for consumers where exactly oils are produced. All production works according to a single scheme, using identical components and recipes. From the place of origin, the quality does not change. That's what the automaker says. Based on consumer feedback, the words are true.
In total, 4 enterprises work on branded original oils of the Kia-Hyundai auto concern:
- S oil. They also produce motor lubricants under the Dragon brand. Quite a popular option for modern cars and used foreign cars.
- This company belongs to . The choice in favor of partnership with this company on the part of Kia-Hyundai can be understood, since ZIC motor fluids are currently considered one of the best at their adequate cost.
- GS Caltex. A fairly large manufacturer of motor lubricants, which owns the authorship of such a brand,. These compounds are produced at the facilities of the presented company.
- You are probably familiar with such oil as Eneos. High-quality, relatively affordable and universal lubricant for different cars.
Such cooperation with several companies at the same time allows us to supply oils to different markets where Kia and Hyundai cars are represented. Using Kia-Hyundai motor lubricants, produced under the common Mobis brand, you can use the following cars:
- sonata;
- accent;
- Tucson;
- Santa Fe;
- Elantra;
- ix35;
- Cee'd;
- Cerato;
- Rio etc.
The entire model range of the two united Korean automakers from the factory uses Mobis' own oils as a native lubricant. Although some experts believe that these fluids should only be poured into cars from 2010, in practice, the compositions have proven their worth and suitability on models of earlier years. Therefore, car owners can fill in lubricant both in brand new Korean cars and in used old Kia and Hyundai models. The only question is the frequency of changing engine oil.
Types and characteristics
Trying to find a suitable composition for engines installed on Korean cars, you need to carefully study the type, characteristics and even the current state of the power unit. It depends on which types of Hyundai-Kia oil suit you best. Original lubricants differ not only in the volume of containers into which oils are poured, but also in tolerances, technical parameters and purpose. Plus, each composition has its own catalog number, which simplifies the search for the composition you already know.
Let's consider the most demanded and widespread original motor oils of joint production of Hyundai-Kia. This list of the lubricant line will make it possible to understand which composition and for which cars you need to use.
- Xteer Ultra Protection. The article of the 4 liter canister is 1041002. This is a synthetic motor oil that is used in naturally aspirated gasoline engines and turbocharged power units. Not intended for diesel engines. Meets API SN and ILSAC GF5 requirements. Lubrication effectively protects power units, is relevant for operation in urban mode, on the highway and under difficult climatic conditions. It has a viscosity of 5W30.
- Super Extra Gasoline. Semi-synthetic motor fluid with a viscosity of 5W30. Complies with SL and GF3 tolerances. The grease is designed for all gasoline engines with API SL requirements and is suitable for ILSAC GF4. Helps to easily start the engine in cold weather, provides additional protection in extreme operating conditions. By adding a high-performance additive package, it reduces fuel consumption and extends engine life.
- Premium Extra Gasoline. Another semi-synthetic composition with improved characteristics for gasoline power units installed on cars of a Korean automaker. Kia-Hyundai recommends pouring lubricant into cars that were released after 2005. A mandatory solution for models that have a variable valve timing system, that is, CVVT. Carefully selected additives help resist deposits and carbon deposits. Extends oil change intervals, protects oil seals and feels confident in extreme operating conditions. Has a viscosity of 5W20.
- Turbo SYN Gasoline. A modern energy-saving motor lubricant that is suitable for all-weather use due to its 5W30 viscosity. Recommended for all Hyundai and Kia gasoline vehicles with turbocharging or no turbine. Works well with CVVT systems. Maintains reliable operation of the engine under different temperature conditions. The synthetic base allows you to easily start a cold engine without compromising the condition of the motor. Helps save fuel, has high environmental performance. The oil meets the requirements of SM according to PI and GF4 according to ILSAC.
- Premium LF Gasoline. Kia-Hyundai jointly produced synthetic engine oil that has a viscosity of 5W20 and meets the requirements of SM / GF4. It is especially recommended for all gasoline engines of Korean cars manufactured after 2006. All-weather grease of high quality with excellent technical characteristics, which was achieved thanks to a unique additive package.
- Premium PC Diesel. Diesel engine lubricant for high-speed and four-stroke power plants. Complies with stringent emissions requirements and standards. Such diesel trains meet all the requirements set by Kia-Hyundai for diesel power plants. Special development for engines where fuel with a minimum sulfur content of up to 0.5% of the total mass is used. But the application is also possible on machines that are filled with high-sulfur fuels, which is relevant for Russia, Asia and South America. The engine fluid meets API CH4 and ACEA B3 requirements. Viscosity in 10W30 makes the lubricant an excellent solution for all-weather use.
- Classic Gold Diesel. High quality diesel engine oil. Suitable for cars that are equipped with a turbine and do not have a turbocharging system. Special design for Hyundai and Kia diesel engines. The composition allows you to protect power plants from the formation of soot, oxidative processes and corrosion. Thanks to a special package of additives, diesel oil has received excellent washing characteristics. Meets API CF4 requirements.
- Premium LS Diesel. Diesel engine fluid with a viscosity of 5W30 that meets the API CH4 and ACEA B3/B4 criteria. An excellent choice for those who need a quality semi-synthetic lubricant. Helps protect diesel engines from carbon deposits, corrosion and oxidation. It cleans the engine well due to detergent additives.
- Premium DPF Diesel. Ashless diesel engine oil fully synthetic base. Recommended for Hyundai and Kia vehicles from 2008 onwards. Promotes optimal operation of the particulate filter, protects against contamination, meets the most stringent quality requirements. Belongs to ACEA category C3 motor lubricants. Has a viscosity of 5W30.
Kia-Hyundai has a clear separation between gasoline and diesel engines and engine oils designed for them. Therefore, if a diesel power unit is installed on your Korean car, choose only diesel oils for it. The same goes for petrol powered vehicles. All compositions are thoroughly tested for compliance with the declared characteristics. Judging by the feedback from consumers, the original oils from the partners of the Kia-Hyundai auto concern show themselves well on Korean-made cars. They fully meet the requirements of the automaker and allow you to optimize the operation of all types of internal combustion engines.
It is important to note that Hyundai Kia branded oils are not as expensive as some well-known counterparts. At the same time, the original oil often outperforms alternative solutions in terms of real technical characteristics and physical and chemical properties. This once again proves that the best solution for any machine will always be the original motor lubricant. But only if we are talking about leading auto companies, which necessarily include the Hyundai-Kia concern.
How to distinguish fake oils
The release of original Hyundai-Kia (Mobis) oils provoked the appearance of counterfeit products, that is, fakes. The fight against fakes is relevant for almost all manufacturers of motor and transmission lubricants. Some manage to effectively fight against fakes, others do not. In the case of the Kia-Hyundai automaker, things are not very bad. There are fakes, but their number is still insignificant. There are no prerequisites for an increase in the number of fakes. But you never know what to expect here.
If you decide to order original oil for your Korean Hyundai or Kia car, be sure to check for several characteristic features of the original oil.
You can also conduct laboratory tests, which almost 100% guarantee an accurate result. But such an event is very costly in terms of time and finances. Try to buy or order oils only from trusted suppliers that you trust. Do not purchase motor lubricants at too suspicious promotions and low prices. This is the most common method of quickly selling a fake batch of motor lubricants, where the calculation is made on the desire of buyers to save money.
If you see that the cost of a liquid is about 300 - 500 rubles different from the average market, it is probably a fake. The original composition cannot be too cheap, since the production costs of the Kia-Hyundai are impressive. But since even in Russia there are not so many fakes of oils produced under the unified brand Kia-Hyundai (Mobis), the likelihood of encountering a fake is negligible. Be careful and vigilant. With the help of the considered signs of counterfeit products, you will minimize all risks and be able to purchase real Korean engine oil for your car.
The topic of oil selection for Kia Rio is extensive. Very reliable engines are installed on the entire range of Korean cars. However, if you do not carry out the required maintenance, without timely diagnosis, any, even the most reliable motor will begin to fail.
Regular oil changes in Kia Rio are one of the important stages in car maintenance. This is especially true for those vehicles that have already been in operation for some time. The engine receives a serious load, and therefore, without proper care, it suffers from premature wear.
The oil change interval depends on the manufacturer's recommendations. To prevent wear and tear, the manufacturer recommends replacing the product at least every 10,000 km. At the same time, about three liters of liquid are poured into the engine. The obvious fact is that the oil must be changed in a timely and regular manner. The main indicator in order to decide whether an oil change is needed is its viscosity or degree of fluidity.
Always at the same time with oil in service centers. If you decide to do the replacement procedure yourself, consider some of the different model years.
For example, for cars of 2015, 2012, 2013, 2014, you can choose several suitable options:
- Shell Helix Ultra;
- Total Quartz;
- Divinol;
- ZIC XQ LS.
Price-quality analysis shows that the best option from the presented - Shell Helix Ultra. The branded product includes the entire set of additives and minerals. Using it for the Korean Rio is fully justified. Shell does not lose its positive qualities with prolonged active use, which is also a definite plus for this company's oil.
Total Quartz can boast of impressive characteristics. This oil is also able to keep all parts of the engine in working condition. The price of a branded product is also not high. The original characteristics of the additives and minerals that make up the oil retain their qualities even with active long-term operation of the car.
Firm oil Divinol differs from the previous ones by a small expense. Despite the fact that the brand has not received wide advertising in the media, it is actively bought by knowledgeable motorists. The option is quite suitable for KIA, as it copes with all engine protection functions.
Oil ZIC- another product that is sold at an affordable price. An impressive list of additives included in its composition, perhaps, will alert anyone. However, they directly affect the protection of the motor from premature wear. It can be safely poured into the Rio engine.
If we consider the choice of oil in terms of choosing a brand, then this activity is practically useless. Every car owner has their own preferences. It is unlikely that someone will want to change the brand, only after reading one article. Moreover, the Rio manufacturer does not recommend changing the brand of oil. If you purchased one specific product to replace, then it is better to use it in the future. Or use the services of the same auto repair shop.
If you carefully study the technical specifications in KIA, you can highlight the following important information:
- engine oil recommended by the manufacturer - Shell HELIX;
- filling volume 3.3-3.49 liters;
- API Servise classification - 4 or higher;
- temperature range for recommended viscosity values from -30С (5W20) to +50 (20W50)
At the same time, the memo for the driver states that before pouring oil, it is necessary to make sure that the surface near the filler cap, as well as the filler hole, is clean. The oil dipstick must also be clean. These indicators are especially important if the vehicle is operated in dusty, polluted conditions. For example, when driving on suburban dirt roads. Timely cleaning of these parts (dipstick and covers) will keep the engine from dust and sand.
KIA Rio engines of later releases are made with no gaps between rubbing parts. Oil with a lower viscosity penetrates into the gaps better, lubricating the parts better. Oil with a viscosity of 5W-40 almost does not drain into narrow gaps, leaving them without lubrication. Improperly filled oil causes early engine wear. That is why it is important to follow all the manufacturer's recommendations when changing the oil. This requirement is valid for both petrol and diesel engines.
It is more important to choose the right oil for a KIA engine not by brand name, but by API quality class, IlSAC. It is important to consider that the manufacturer recommends a different oil for each generation of KIA. The more modern the engine, the higher the quality of the product should be. API SL and ILSAC GF-3, for example, are only recommended for first-generation KIAs. Higher quality oils - API SM / SN and ILSAC GF-4 / GF-5 are quite suitable for cars manufactured in 2000-2005.
Rio 2005-2009 requires API SM and ILSAC GF-4 oils. As in the previous case, higher quality oil, for example, API SN and ILSAC GF-5 is a good option. Lower quality oils cannot be used. In KIA Rio 2015, it is recommended to use API SN and ILSAC GF-5 quality oil. If we are talking about a KIA Rio with a diesel engine, according to the manufacturer's recommendation, API CH-4 quality oil, but lower, should be used. A better product is quite suitable, for example, Hyundai Premium LS Diesel 5 W30 oil.
So, in the question of choosing oil for Rio, one rhetorical question remains: synthetics or semi-synthetics? It is impossible to say that one type of oil is worse and the other is better. As we have already discussed above, there are suitable oils for the engine, but there are unsuitable ones, among those and others there are high-quality ones, but there are low-quality ones.
According to most ordinary people, it is better to choose synthetic oils for Rio engines. Such oils do not lose their properties during long-term active operation of the car. However, synthetic oils are more expensive than semi-synthetics.
Information for those who care about savings: there is another little-known type of oils - hydrocracked. These oils are produced from the hydrosynthesis of oil. This type of processing is low in cost, and therefore the final product is much cheaper than other types of oils. True, such oils lose their qualities faster than synthetic ones. The oil is suitable where the car engine is not subject to serious wear. That is, for owners who use their KIA infrequently.
