Chevy Vehicle Oil Type

If you own a vehicle with an internal combustion engine, it will require oil changes to run properly. Motor oil prevents wear, friction, and permanent damage to your engine, and it helps your engine to last longer. The Chevy oil type you need depends on your specific model and year that you drive on Lakeland roads.

Find out more about the Chevy oil type your vehicle might need with our guide from the service department at Stingray Chevrolet. We’re happy to help you in any way we can!

Chevy Oil Type Recommended by the Manufacturer

Chevy recommends three main types of oil for its vehicles. The manufacturer recommends ACDelco conventional oil for many older vehicles 10 years old or older. Those oil changes generally occur every three months and 3,000 miles for more traditional oil change intervals.

Select ACDelco Dexos1 full synthetic oil for newer and more modern vehicles, or if you want a synthetic oil change. Synthetic oil extends the oil change interval to up to 5,000 or 7,500 miles. Consider Mobil 1 full synthetic oil as an alternative to ACDelco when you bring your Chevy vehicle in for an oil change from Valrico.

We highly recommend fully synthetic oil because it better suits your Chevy engine. Synthetic oil is more expensive when you purchase it. However, instead of oil changes every 3,000 to 5,000 miles, like for older vehicles, you may not need to change the oil until after 7,500 miles. Many modern Chevy vehicles require synthetic oil to help your engine last longer.

You’ll save money over the long term since you have fewer oil changes in Brandon. Synthetic oil also helps you get a better return on your investment, and you can own your vehicle for longer periods of time.

Chevy Equinox Oil Type

Chevrolet recommends SAE 5W-30 Dexos1 full synthetic oil for your Chevy Equinox SUV. But, again, you should always check your owner’s manual or driver information center on the touchscreen first to make sure this type of oil is for you. This Chevy Equinox oil type works down to 5 degrees Fahrenheit, hence the 5 in 5W-30.

Chevy Malibu Oil Type

For modern Chevy Malibu sedans, Chevy suggests SAE 5W-30 or SAE 10W-30 Dexos1 full synthetic oil. Your Chevy Malibu oil type and the oil change interval depend on what the owner’s manual or the OLS says.

Chevy Silverado Oil Type

Your Chevy Silverado oil type depends on the kind of engine you have, either gasoline or diesel. This pickup truck works hard and plays hard as you go from the job site to your favorite weekend destination.

For a gasoline engine, we recommend SAE 5W-30 Dexos1 full synthetic oil. If you’ve got a Duramax turbodiesel engine, use SAE 0W-20 DexosD diesel engine oil. Diesel engines are configured differently than gasoline engines, so they will need different oil types.

Need a Chevy Oil Change? Bring Your Vehicle to Us!

Need an oil change for your new or used Chevy? Contact us or call (813) 704-2102 today. Our technicians are happy to help you maintain your vehicle!

Our team also handles tires, brakes, transmission service, radiator flushes and fills, and many other types of regular maintenance to keep your car in top form. We want you to get the most out of your Chevy vehicle ownership.