0W-30...anyone using it?

[Drewman]

First off...hello I am Andrew, and I am new here. I recently traded an Audi A4 for a 2008 Speed3 (Grey). I was curious about using 0W-30 oil on my next oil change since the manual doesn't mention it. I was hoping that you fine folks had some experience with it and if so have you noticed better fuel economy? Thank you in advance for your help.

 

[speed3 britz]

I use the recommended 5w-30 full synthetic... (whistle)... so im not really sure

 

[Domino81]

Not unless you're driving it in -20 below... I like warranty. :shrug:

 

[MikeHTally]

It doesn't get cold enough in North Carolina to warrant it, but it should be OK. I suspect it would never get cold enough to go to 0W.

 

[Drewman]

Well, the Audi actually reccomended 0w-30 but said 5w-30 would do, and it seemed to help w/ mpg's. Also, I noticed on the 0W-30 oil container it says something like "full warranty protection for 5w-30 and 10w-30 specifications" so it shouldn't hurt anything I wouldn't think...Hey MikeH, I'm liking the white, I couldn't find one so I settled for the graphite color. Thanks for the input guys.

 

[MikeHTally]

Thanks, CWP is what finally made me go for it. The dealer actually had two in stock that day. I was thinking I might settle for CB. Glad I didn't wait. The newer ones have that stupid smile.

As for the oil, it just means it'll be thinner on cold start up, but like I said - it won't get cold enough to warrant the change.

 

[MS3_KIDD]

guys are seeping oil past the seals in the turbo with oils of the factory recommended viscosicty, and you sir want to go "lighter". ballsy move i must say since most guys go heavier if anything. keep us posted on it goes and how many miles you go untill your a' knocking

 

[MikeHTally]

Since the oil is only lighter for a short time, I suspect that would not be a serious issue.

 

[Drewman]

The whole "people are using thicker oil because of seepage" is why I posted in the first place, to get some info because I am new to the car and the forum. I was asking for info in order to be able to make an informed decision. I am not starting an argument, merely asking a question. Thank you all for posting.