Synthetic Oil vs. Conventional Oil: What’s the Difference?

Are you in need of an oil change and unsure what kind of oil is right for your driving needs? We’ve got you covered. Proper care of your vehicle is important to ensure you and your passengers are safe on Indian Trail and Charlotte roads. In our guide below, we cover all the details you need to know about synthetic oil vs. conventional oil and full synthetic oil vs. synthetic blends.

Schedule a service appointment at Keffer Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM when it’s time for your next oil change. And be sure to reach out to our Charlotte service center team if you have any questions or concerns about your vehicle. Let us help you get back out on the road and get back to doing what you do best.

Synthetic vs. Regular Oil

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

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

Full Synthetic Oil vs. Synthetic Blends

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.

Note: Some vehicles require full synthetic oil, and that could just include your vehicle! Be sure to check your owner’s manual if in doubt about what kind of oil your car requires for your Monroe drives.

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Are you ready to bring your vehicle in for maintenance? Check out our service specials for savings on your next visit, and be sure to check out our service and parts tips for more information on the proper maintenance of your vehicle. We look forward to seeing you at Keffer Chrysler Jeep Dodge RAM soon!