Synthetic Oil vs. Conventional Oil

If you’ve ever wondered about the differences between synthetic oil vs. regular oil, you’re in the right place! Take a look at our guide below to learn more about the differences between synthetic vs. conventional oil. There are a few things to note when you’re comparing synthetic oil vs. regular oil so you can be best prepared to care for your new vehicle. Take a look below for more information and be sure to contact us with any other questions about the synthetic oil vs. regular oil comparison!

What is Conventional (Regular) Oil?

Conventional or “regular” oil is a petroleum-based substance that has been used in internal combustion engines for many years to provide lubrication to internal parts and reduce engine wear. Motor oil is essentially distilled from crude oil that’s mined from the ground, and it also serves to protect your car’s engine from high temperatures.

What is Synthetic Oil?

Synthetic oil is petroleum-based like regular oil, but it provides enhanced lubrication properties and is more stable. Synthetic oils oxidize less easily than conventional oils and are also better at retaining protective properties. They’re chemically developed from petrochemicals in intense processes to provide pinpointed properties that make them superior (and also more expensive) than conventional oils. Synthetic oils also offer these benefits: 

• Less viscous at lower temperatures
• Offer enhanced engine cleaning properties
• Better protect critical turbocharger parts (when equipped)

Full Synthetic vs. Synthetic Blends: How Do They Differ?

In addition to synthetic oils and conventional oils (often called mineral oils), there are synthetic blends. These, as you might expect, are made up of part synthetic oil and part conventional oil, which helps to reduce the cost vs. choosing full synthetic but also provides enhanced properties vs. standard conventional oil.

Schedule Service at Mercedes-Benz of Sudbury Today!

Now that you know the differences between synthetic vs. conventional oil, you may be thinking it’s time for a maintenance check-up. Schedule a service appointment online or visit our service centre team in Greater Sudbury. In the meantime, be sure to check out our service specials for more savings!