CX-5 NA Oil weight 0w20 or 5w30?

[Sekmor]

Is it ok to use 5w30 in my 2.5L (non turbo)??
The manual states to use 0w20 for US/Canada. 5w30 is an option if living somewhere else.
My other vehicles use 5w30, and always have a case sitting on the shelf. I'll continue to buy that special jug for the CX5 but it would be convenient if they all used the same weight.

 

[bojo]

Engine Oil, Full Synthetic (GF-6, ECO 7) | Mazda (SAE 0W-20)

Mazda's ECO 7 Full Synthetic 0W-20 GF-6 Engine Oil is a formulation specially blended for use in Mazda vehicles, especially those with SKYACTIV Technology. This exclusive oil provides the best possible protection under the most extreme operating conditions, as well as outstanding deposit control...

mazdashopusa.com

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At first I was going to say "No Moly"? But it is in fact in there, on the small print on the back!

 

[N7turbo]

And before you stock up on GF-6, GF-7 is incoming!

GF-7 oil is the newest International Lubricant Standardization and Approval Committee (ILSAC) standard for gasoline engine oil, upgrading from GF-6 to offer better fuel economy, superior engine protection (especially against LSPI and deposits), improved wear resistance, and better performance in extreme temperatures, with options like GF-7A (common grades) and GF-7B (ultra-low viscosity 0W-16), all backward compatible for use in most older vehicles.

Key Features & Benefits

• Enhanced Protection: Tighter limits on wear (like timing chains) and deposits for cleaner engines and sustained performance.
• Better Fuel Economy: Reduced friction and support for thinner oils (like 0W-16, 0W-12) improve MPG.
• Low-Speed Pre-Ignition (LSPI): Improved protection against this damaging phenomenon in modern turbocharged engines.
• Extreme Cold Start: Better oil flow at startup (lower viscosity limits) protects engines when most vulnerable.
• Backward Compatibility: GF-7A oils work with GF-6/GF-5/older vehicles; GF-7B for 0W-16 is compatible with GF-6B.

GF-7 Categories

• GF-7A: For standard grades (0W-20, 5W-30, etc.) and backward compatible with GF-6A and older.
• GF-7B: Specifically for ultra-low viscosity 0W-16 oils, backward compatible with GF-6B.

 

[dunhillmc]

And before you stock up on GF-6, GF-7 is incoming!

GF-7 oil is the newest International Lubricant Standardization and Approval Committee (ILSAC) standard for gasoline engine oil, upgrading from GF-6 to offer better fuel economy, superior engine protection (especially against LSPI and deposits), improved wear resistance, and better performance in extreme temperatures, with options like GF-7A (common grades) and GF-7B (ultra-low viscosity 0W-16), all backward compatible for use in most older vehicles.

Key Features & Benefits

• Enhanced Protection: Tighter limits on wear (like timing chains) and deposits for cleaner engines and sustained performance.
• Better Fuel Economy: Reduced friction and support for thinner oils (like 0W-16, 0W-12) improve MPG.
• Low-Speed Pre-Ignition (LSPI): Improved protection against this damaging phenomenon in modern turbocharged engines.
• Extreme Cold Start: Better oil flow at startup (lower viscosity limits) protects engines when most vulnerable.
• Backward Compatibility: GF-7A oils work with GF-6/GF-5/older vehicles; GF-7B for 0W-16 is compatible with GF-6B.

GF-7 Categories

• GF-7A: For standard grades (0W-20, 5W-30, etc.) and backward compatible with GF-6A and older.
• GF-7B: Specifically for ultra-low viscosity 0W-16 oils, backward compatible with GF-6B.

Mazda just came out with the GF6 version this year, years after the standard changed. It's probably going to be 2-3 years before they go GF7

 

[bojo]

And before you stock up on GF-6, GF-7 is incoming!

GF-7 oil is the newest International Lubricant Standardization and Approval Committee (ILSAC) standard for gasoline engine oil, upgrading from GF-6 to offer better fuel economy, superior engine protection (especially against LSPI and deposits), improved wear resistance, and better performance in extreme temperatures, with options like GF-7A (common grades) and GF-7B (ultra-low viscosity 0W-16), all backward compatible for use in most older vehicles.

Key Features & Benefits

• Enhanced Protection: Tighter limits on wear (like timing chains) and deposits for cleaner engines and sustained performance.
• Better Fuel Economy: Reduced friction and support for thinner oils (like 0W-16, 0W-12) improve MPG.
• Low-Speed Pre-Ignition (LSPI): Improved protection against this damaging phenomenon in modern turbocharged engines.
• Extreme Cold Start: Better oil flow at startup (lower viscosity limits) protects engines when most vulnerable.
• Backward Compatibility: GF-7A oils work with GF-6/GF-5/older vehicles; GF-7B for 0W-16 is compatible with GF-6B.

GF-7 Categories

• GF-7A: For standard grades (0W-20, 5W-30, etc.) and backward compatible with GF-6A and older.
• GF-7B: Specifically for ultra-low viscosity 0W-16 oils, backward compatible with GF-6B.

Mazda oil is going to change again too

Mazda just came out with the GF6 version this year, years after the standard changed. It's probably going to be 2-3 years before they go GF7

 

[bojo]

Mazda just came out with the GF6 version this year, years after the standard changed. It's probably going to be 2-3 years before they go GF7

So the gf5 oil was outdated for a while? That’s interesting ..makes me glad I switched from 0w20 gf5 Mazda oil to 5w30 Penzoil ultra platinum..why would they wait years like that?

 

[ADS-B]

Just because GF-7 shows up, doesn't mean that GF-6 is not good anymore.

 

[forties]

Makes you wonder how many people are commuting 85mph with roof cross bars and 20 weight "maximum fuel efficiency" oil. Day after day. Week, month, year after year.

Or worse, with things up on the bars too. Diff'rent strokes for diff'rent folks.