The correct choice of engine oil not only guarantees a long engine life, but also increases engine power and throttle response by 3–5%, and also reduces fuel consumption. Therefore, drivers often ask themselves questions, which is better:
- synthetic or semi-synthetic;
- 5w40 or 10w40;
- Rosneft or some imported oil?
In this article we will answer the first two questions, and the third is discussed in detail in the article - Rosneft motor oils - comparison with other oils. There we proved that Russian oil under the Rosneft brand is not inferior to many foreign oils of the same class, and all the stories about low-quality Rosneft oils are generated by the improper use of these products.
About the manufacturer
Logo
Rosneft is the largest oil producer; this status was assigned to the company in 2013. The company produces various lubricants, including motor oils. It is a supplier to the aviation industry. Lubricants are able to withstand enormous temperature changes and the most extreme operating conditions. The creation of products is supervised by two scientific and technical institutes, which is why you can trust Rosneft motor oils as much as possible. Lubricants have more than 200 approvals from manufacturers, including KAMAZ, AVTOVAZ, Mercedes-Benz, Renualt, Volvo and others.
Popularity comparison
In general, the characteristics of different oils from two manufacturers are quite different, even if you compare products from the same manufacturer.
But there is an indicator by which you can accurately determine which oil is better. The use of Lukoil oil, which is used in most domestic cars, should be considered more common.
This indicator best characterizes the attitude of car owners towards the products of both manufacturing companies. It is the number of regular users of Lukoil products that testifies to the advantages of this company. But every motorist has the right to choose his own oil, so for some, Rosneft may be the best manufacturer.
Reviews of Rosneft oils: pros and cons
The majority of reviews are positive, which is explained by the excellent packages of anti-wear and anti-friction additives, as well as the reasonable price of the lubricants. The lubricant has gained a good reputation among car enthusiasts:
| Positive | Negative |
| Today I made a thorough purchase - I bought flushing oil and semi-synthetics for the Rosneft 10w40 engine. I cleaned everything, washed it, filled it with engine oil. Starting was easy, runs smooth and quiet. | What kind of oil is this? I decided to use synthetics and Kondratiy almost grabbed me. The fact is that after two months of operation, the oil level in the engine decreased by half. I had to look for a quick replacement for this work, I chose Mobile. Now I remember Rosneft like a bad dream. The price is good, but the quality cannot be worse. |
| They advised me and I was won over by the low cost of the product. I was not disappointed, now I constantly use Rosneft. The only drawback is that the oil is sold at well-known gas stations, but cannot be found in regular stores. | In my old Oka I used Rosneft 5W40 synthetics. Everything was fine. I also poured oil into a brand new ZAZ Sens car - the compression dropped. Dissatisfied. |
| I bought a used car and it was filled with Castrol. The machine was in satisfactory condition, but needed repairs. Before the repair, I used cheap Rosneft oil. Six months later, he brought the car into proper condition, but did not change the Rosneft synthetics. I skated on it for about 4 years, everything was fine. Then prices for consumables jumped and Rosneft began to cost the same as Shell. For the last replacement I decided to use Shell. Shell oil is normal, but in winter the car ran poorly and was heavier. In the future I will return to Rosneft, after all, the oil has already been tested. | But the oil was bad, so I really regretted filling it in, because the oil began to burn after a run of 5,000 thousand km and it thickened. I advise you to avoid this manufacturer; I haven’t found anything good in their products! |
| I really liked all the products produced by the company. I had no problems starting the engine in severe cold, it starts easily in any weather. The engine has become a little quieter, which I also consider a great advantage. There is always enough oil from replacement to replacement; I have not noticed any excess oil consumption due to waste. I'm glad that I found a normal car oil. I have already recommended Rosneft to all my friends. | |
| I use Rosneft Premium 5w40. In just a year, I've clocked up almost thirty on the speedometer, and the car rustles like crazy. No deposits or color changes. Everything is clean everywhere, even under the valve cover. In cold weather the engine cranks easily. I change it once every five, believing that this is the optimal mileage for replacement. I recently started pouring Rosneft into axles, gearboxes, manual gearboxes - so far everything is working well. | |
| I won’t say that I am completely delighted with Rosneft oil. but the oil is quite normal in terms of price-quality. I have a GAZelle car and I use this oil throughout the entire period of operation... | |
| I’ve been using the oil for several years now, I’ve used it on different cars, so I decided to fill it in Kalina as well. At the moment everything is working great, in winter it starts easily and without strain, the engine is peppy and pulls well. In a word, I was satisfied with the quality of the oil |
Based on the reviews, you can understand that the oil is really good. Analyzing the negative reviews, I conclude that the person simply selected the wrong oil for his power unit. This procedure is extremely important; you should definitely listen to the recommendations of the car manufacturer and pay attention to tolerances and viscosity. Due to incorrect selection of lubricant, its consumption may increase, and each engine is designed for a certain oil film thickness, which directly depends on viscosity indicators.
Compound
Rosneft 10w-40 oil (semi-synthetic) has a special composition. Technical characteristics are determined by the additives included in the composition. The product consists of 40% mineral base and 60% synthetic components. This mixture allows the use of consumables at average engine loads.
Due to the presence of synthetic components in the mixture, the oil can be used in new generation engines of both foreign and domestic production. The composition of the product is similar to the domestic analogue “Mobil 1” or “Mobil Ultra” with a similar viscosity class.
Before using the presented consumables in your car’s engine, you must consider the manufacturer’s recommendations regarding the composition of the oil. The level of environmental friendliness of the engine must be EURO-4 and lower. All engines with EURO-5 characteristics must operate on oil with a different composition.
Types and properties of the best Rosneft motor oils
There are quite a wide variety of lubricants in stock. We have selected the best of them and will tell you about them in as much detail as possible. It is worth noting that the line is budget-friendly: prices of 1000-1500 rubles for 4 liters of motor oil can be called anti-crisis. You should not expect the oil to contain PAOs, esters, boron nitride and tungsten disulfide, but friction modifiers are still present, for example, molybdenum.
Maximum 10W-40
This is what a typical canister of Rosneft Maximum 10w40 lubricant looks like
High-quality semi-synthetic oil that meets API SL/CF requirements. Thanks to its stable viscosity characteristics and low pour point, the lubricant can rightfully be called all-season. Good performance indicators are achieved through high-quality anti-wear and anti-friction additive packages. The lubricant can be used in absolutely any internal combustion engines - both gasoline and diesel. Works great in turbocharged power plants. The oil is recommended for cars older than 15 years, since older engines are less demanding on the quality of the lubricant. Excellent cleaning properties will keep the engine clean, the main thing is to observe replacement intervals and monitor the level. The affordable price of 1000 rubles for 4 liters is affordable for the majority of the Russian population.
The test results for this oil are presented below:
| Index | Test method (ASTM) | Value/Unit | |
| 1 | Viscosity characteristics | ||
| — | Kinematic viscosity at 100 °C | GOST 33 | 14.5 mm²/s |
| — | Dynamic viscosity of CCS at - 30 °C | ASTM D5293 | 6375 mPa*s |
| — | Viscosity index | GOST 25371 | 155 |
| — | Base number | GOST 30050 | 8 mg KOH/g |
| — | Sulfate ash content | GOST 12417 | 1% wt. |
| — | Volatility according to PLA,% | ASTM D5800 (Method A) / DIN 51581-1 | 13 % |
| — | Density at 20 °C | GOST R 51069 / ASTM D4052 / ASTM D1298 | 872 kg/m³ |
| 2 | Temperature characteristics | ||
| — | Flash point in open crucible | GOST 4333 | 234°С |
| — | Pour point, °C | GOST 20287 |
In general, it is an excellent semi-synthetic, perfect for the entire family of AVTOVAZ engines, and will also do an excellent job in the engines of old foreign cars.
Premium 5W-40
Premium is one of the manufacturer's flagship oils
All-season synthetic that meets strict API SM-CF quality standards. The oil is produced on the basis of high-quality synthetic components, has high performance properties and performs well at any time of the year. Stable viscosity values ensure engine cranking even at -35 degrees. This oil survives the harsh Russian winters successfully. This lubricant is a serious competitor to Castrol, ZIC, Lukoil oils. But it beats them in terms of price. The oil is designed for use in highly loaded diesel and gasoline engines and is compatible with turbocharging. Excellent oil burn-off properties and a high flash point will ensure minimal consumption in the most extreme conditions. This lubricant has a lot of approvals; for example, AvtoVAZ recommends using this lubricant in its engines.
Technical characteristics of the lubricant:
| Index | Test method (ASTM) | Value/Unit | |
| 1 | Viscosity characteristics | ||
| — | Kinematic viscosity at 100 °C | GOST 33 | 14.12 mm²/s |
| — | Dynamic viscosity of CCS at - 30 °C | ASTM D5293 | 5800 mPa*s |
| — | Viscosity index | GOST 25371 | 176 |
| — | Base number | GOST 30050 | 8.30 mg KOH/g |
| — | Sulfate ash content | GOST 12417 | 1.1% wt. |
| — | Volatility according to PLA,% | ASTM D5800 (Method A) / DIN 51581-1 | 11.6 % |
| — | Density at 20 °C | GOST R 51069 / ASTM D4052 / ASTM D1298 | 852 kg/m³ |
| 2 | Temperature characteristics | ||
| — | Flash point in open crucible | GOST 4333 | 220°С |
| — | Pour point, °C | GOST 20287 | -33°С |
REVOLUX D3 10W40
Excellent lubricant for powertrains of trucks and heavy buses
All-season semi-synthetic, developed specifically for trucks. Designed for use in the most severe conditions, meets CI-4/SL standards. The viscosity of this lubricant - 10w40 - ensures easy engine starting at temperatures of -25 degrees. Excellent antifriction and antiwear additive packages provide maximum protection for all friction pairs of the power plant. The lubricant is based on a deeply purified mineral base, to which synthetic components are added. The oil is compatible with the EGR system used in engines to improve the environmental class. It is also worth noting compliance with most foreign standards and many approvals from global manufacturers such as Volvo, Cummins, Renualt, MAN.
Specifications:
| Index | Test method (ASTM) | Value/Unit | |
| 1 | Viscosity characteristics | ||
| — | Kinematic viscosity at 100 °C | GOST 33 | 15.27 mm²/s |
| — | Dynamic viscosity of CCS at - 30 °C | ASTM D5293 | 6300 mPa*s |
| — | Viscosity index | GOST 25371 | 159 |
| — | Base number | GOST 30050 | 11.0 mg KOH/g |
| — | Sulfate ash content | GOST 12417 | 1.5% wt. |
| — | Volatility according to PLA,% | ASTM D5800 (Method A) / DIN 51581-1 | 12 % |
| — | Density at 20 °C | GOST R 51069 / ASTM D4052 / ASTM D1298 | 875 kg/m³ |
| 2 | Temperature characteristics | ||
| — | Flash point in open crucible | GOST 4333 | 210°С |
| — | Pour point, °C | GOST 20287 | -37°С |
MAXTEC 5W40
Magnum 5w40 is just a good all-season tire with basic properties.
Semi-synthetic all-season lubricant. The main direction of this oil is used cars. Excellent cleaning characteristics will allow you to wash even the dirtiest power plants, the main thing is to replace the lubricant on time. The lubricant meets API class SL/CF. The oil is based on a high-quality mineral base lubricant, to which synthetic components and good anti-wear additive packages are added. The lubricant has a large number of approvals from automakers and works great in medium-boost naturally aspirated engines. Neither tests nor reviews from car enthusiasts revealed any bad aspects of this lubricant.
Lubricant testing results:
| Name | Meaning | Unit | Test methods |
| Kinematic viscosity at 100 °C | 14.5 | mm2/s | GOST 33 |
| Dynamic viscosity of CCS at - 25 °C | 6000 | mPa*s | ASTM D 5293 |
| Viscosity index | 170 | GOST 25371 | |
| Base number | 6.5 | mg KOH/g | GOST 11362 |
| Sulfate ash content | 1.4 | % wt. | GOST 12417 |
| Flash point in open crucible | 220 | °C | GOST 4333 |
| Pour point | 40 | °C | GOST 20287 |
| Density at 20 °C | 888 | kg/m3 | GOST 3900 |
| Volatility according to PLA | 12.1 | % | GOST 32330 |
M-8V
An old and proven mineral water. If you reduce the replacement interval to 5 thousand kilometers, the engine will work perfectly. This lubricant should not be used in modern cars: it has a different purpose
Quite an old and popular oil in the past. The simplest composition - a mineral base and additive packages - is suitable for low-powered gasoline and diesel engines, oil viscosity according to SAE is 20. Can be operated in the temperature range from -10 to +25 degrees. This oil is not suitable for modern engines, but Soviet motorcycles and cars work great on it. It costs pennies and performs the functions quite well. Compatible with all types of rubber seals in the engine.
Specifications:
| Name | Meaning | Unit | Test methods |
| Kinematic viscosity at 100 °C | 8,18 | mm2/s | GOST 33 |
| Kinematic viscosity at 0 °C | 957 | mm2/s | GOST 33 |
| Viscosity index | 94 | GOST 25371 | |
| Base number | 4.4 | mg KOH/g | GOST 11362 |
| Sulfate ash content | 0.77 | % wt. | GOST 12417 |
| Flash point in open crucible | 223 | °C | GOST 4333 |
| Pour point | -25 | °C | GOST 20287 |
| Density at 20 °C | 890 | kg/m3 | GOST 3900 |
Category Optimal
Mineral-based oils fall into this category. They contain multifunctional additives. These products are intended for all-season use, and they are suitable for use in carburetor engines, as well as injection engines running on diesel fuel, gas and gasoline.
Rosneft oils of the Optimal category are supplied to the market with the following viscosity parameters:
- 10W30.
- 10W40.
- 15W40.
All of them boast increased antioxidant stability, providing protection against engine corrosion and various types of deposits. When operating within their temperature ranges, the products will ensure normal engine starting.
How to distinguish an original from a fake
Since Rosneft oil is quite popular, there are a lot of fakes. The counterfeit is visually very similar, but what’s inside may shock you - instead of a high-quality lubricant, you can buy low-grade raw materials that can kill your engine. If the engine is not subject to high wear, the oil consumption will be cosmic, and the power unit will definitely not say “thank you”.
To protect yourself from counterfeiting, you should buy oil only in trusted stores that can provide a certificate for the products they sell. You should also carefully study the oil packaging - the canister can give out almost all the information about the originality of the lubricant. Below are the distinctive features of the original Rosneft oil:
- Black lid with a three-dimensional Rosneft logo;
- Retaining ring on the canister cap;
- The presence of a transparent strip with measuring divisions;
- Protective foil under the lid;
- Three-dimensional logo on the front and back of the container;
- High-quality embossed plastic from which the canister is made.
You can clearly see the difference in the quality of the logos on the corks. On the left is genuine oil, on the right is fake
The main thing is to carefully inspect the canister, ask the seller for a certificate for the lubricant being sold and make sure that the lubricant is original. If you have the slightest doubt, you should not buy such a lubricant.
Advantages
- Good performance properties
- A durable oil film that envelops parts to protect them from overheating, dry friction and premature wear.
- High degree of detergency and viscosity characteristics, resistant to heavy loads
- Protection from oxidative processes and hazardous chemical elements, including sulfur, soot, chlorine, etc.
- Effective anti-corrosion protection ensures no harm to metal parts of the internal combustion engine
- Possibility of starting in cold conditions, while providing the same effective oil pumping as when starting in warm weather
- Minimal volatility and low evaporation
- No foaming when cold or hot
- Compatible with seal materials of modern and older engines that do not suffer from leaks and problems associated with weakened seals.
Which oil is better to choose
Choosing oil is a rather complex issue in which the rule does not apply: the more expensive, the better. The main criterion for selecting a lubricant for a car is the tolerances of your car manufacturer. Based on them, you should purchase lubricant. You also need to pay attention to the climatic conditions of your region, which is required for the correct selection of viscosity.
Naturally, the best choice would be high-quality synthetic oil Premium 5w40, which contains all modern additive packages that can not only preserve, but also extend the life of the power plant. If you have a dirty engine, you need to choose an oil with good cleaning properties and change it more often than usual, for example, once every 5-7 thousand kilometers. Such actions will allow you to wash even the dirtiest unit. Rosneft Maxtec 5w40 is perfect for this. If you have a car that is more than 20 years old, pay attention to Maximum 10w40 semi-synthetic oil. This oil simply performs its functions brilliantly; it is only important to monitor its level and observe the replacement intervals.
Product Description
Rosneft Magnum Ultratek 5W40 is a synthetic produced on a high-quality basis using innovative technologies.
This base makes the product surprisingly resistant to oxidative processes. As a result, the oil does not deteriorate longer, does not age, and retains all its properties. The latest generation salicylate additive package provides the engine with unsurpassed cleanliness and effectively prevents the formation of deposits. Reliable, stable operation of the vehicle is ensured both at low and high ambient temperatures. Always easy cold start, minimal waste consumption, constant viscosity.
This synthetic motor oil is perfectly adapted to Russian real operating conditions. This is a sharply continental climate with frosty winters and hot summers. These are difficult road conditions. City heavy traffic with traffic jams. And the fuel is not always of high quality. Oil reduces the harmful effects of the listed factors on the engine, thereby maintaining its performance longer and extending its service life.
Rosneft or Lukoil: which is better and what is the difference
Of course, it is strange to compare the two largest lubricant manufacturers. It is impossible to answer the question of which oil is better, since both manufacturers use only high-quality components and modern extreme pressure additives in their lubricants. Friction modifiers are also present in both Rosneft and Lukoil oils. After reading reviews on the Internet, we can conclude that people simply did not notice the difference when switching from one oil to another and vice versa - the engine worked as it did. Tests show that the lubricant from both manufacturers perfectly performs its functions and preserves the life of the power plant.
Features of operation
Reviews of Rosneft 10w-40 oil (semi-synthetic) are provided by experts based on the results of research. Experts say that domestically produced lubricant guarantees high-quality engine protection against wear. This is achieved by instantly penetrating the product to all engine parts. The optimal viscosity indicator contributes to the formation of a thin but durable film of oil. It ensures high-quality sliding of rubbing pairs.
Even when the motor operates at maximum permissible temperatures, the film does not break. In this case, dry areas do not appear on the parts. In cold weather, the fluid quickly reaches all mechanisms, preventing a “dry” start of the engine.
Also, a set of special additives helps to clean the engine well from carbon deposits. Dirt, soot and small metal particles are collected from the surfaces of the mechanism and are held in suspension for a long time. The product also prevents corrosion on the metal components of the system.
Price
The entire range of the Rosneft company can be called anti-crisis. Prices for oils are more than decent - from 500 to 2000 rubles for a regular 4-liter canister. You can buy the lubricant in various packaging - from 1 liter to 216 liter barrels, and as the container volume increases, the price falls.
If you want to reduce oil change intervals and are looking for a good option with an affordable price, this lubricant is perfect for you: good additives will keep the engine clean, and anti-wear components will preserve friction pairs. In general, for your little money, Rosneft lubricants can be called simply excellent. They perfectly maintain stability under temperature changes and perfectly protect the engine.
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Features of the motor
Rosneft 10w-40 oil, reviews of which are provided by experts, ensures stable, full-fledged engine operation. In the production of this product, a special energy-saving formula is used. This ensures a low level of waste. There is no need to add oil for a long time. The average operating range of the lubricant is 8 thousand km. The maximum distance allowed is to drive on Rosneft oil up to 10 thousand km.
This reduces fuel consumption. The engine runs stably and is less noisy. Motor power increases. The formula used in the manufacture of the product allows you to keep the mechanisms in good condition for a long time.
To ensure that the engine does not need to be repaired in the next few years, it is necessary to carefully study the recommendations of the vehicle manufacturer. The proper operation of the engine will depend on how correctly the oil is selected.
