11 best engine oils for Honda CR-V

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

Japanese crossovers CR-V from the company Honda attract with their economical diesel engines, all-wheel drive all-terrain and spacious interior. Gasoline engines 2.0 and 2.4 liters deliver increased power and provide excellent dynamics. All owners of Honda SR-B need to know the maintenance schedule and oil tolerances in order to replace it on time and competently. Our experts have conducted a thorough research and selected the TOP-11 engine oils that are ideal for internal combustion engines Honda and will extend the life of your power unit.

Manufacturer's recommendation Honda

For quality service of its engines in the CP-B model, Honda has developed the following SAE viscosity tolerances:

1. crossovers CR-V, released in the period 1997-2000 – 5W-30;
2. SUVs manufactured from 2001 to 2009 can be serviced using 5W-20 or 0W-20;
3. all Honda CR-V after 2009 need oil with a viscosity of 0W-20.

This will allow you to start the car in a frost of -30 degrees and ensure quick distribution of lubricant from the first seconds of engine operation.

When determining which oil to pour into the engine Honda CR-V, take into account the API tolerances. For gasoline internal combustion engines, choose with the S symbol, and for diesel engines – C. Universal engine oils for both types of fuel are prescribed with the S / C index. According to the recommendations of the Japanese concern, it is required to fill in API SN or SM oil, and, as an exception, it is allowed to perform maintenance using API SH or SL. But SG in Honda CR-V is strictly prohibited.

Rating of the best engine oils for Honda CR-V

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price per liter
Best synthetic oil for Honda CR-V	1	Honda Ultra LEO 0W20 SN	586 r
	2	IDEMITSU Zepro Eco Medalist 0W-20	727 RUB
	3	SHELL Helix Ultra SN 0W-20	581 r
	4	Motul 8100 Eco-lite 0W20	793 r
	5	MOBIL 1 0W-20	828 RUB
	6	TOTAL Quartz 9000 Energy HKS G-310 5W30	RUB 513
	7	G-Energy Far East 0W-20	324 r
The best semi-synthetic oil for Honda CR-V	1	Honda Synthetic Blend 0W20 SN	RUB 638
	2	LIQUI MOLY Special Tec V 0W-20	715 RUB
	3	IDEMITSU Zepro Diesel 5W-30	589 r
	4	SHELL Helix HX7 5W-30	357 r

Best synthetic oil for Honda CR-V

This category has collected the best products obtained by synthesis, which perfectly cope with oxidative processes and reliably protect the motor from overheating. They have a stronger oil film and a slower aging process.

Honda Ultra LEO 0W20 SN 4 l

Rating: 4.9

In the first place of the review is the oil for Honda CR-V, produced by a special order of the Honda manufacturer. The grease is fully synthetic and has API – SN approval. The product with a viscosity of 0W-20 is designed for gasoline engines installed since 2001. The composition provides easy piston strokes and contributes to fuel economy. the content of sulfates and phosphorus is minimal here, therefore, solid deposits do not accumulate in the power unit. At elevated combustion temperatures, the oil does not evaporate, so in a new engine its level remains unchanged for the next 10,000 km. In the reviews, the owners of Honda SR-B praise the oil for its low-temperature characteristics, thanks to which the engine starts in frost -30 degrees without problems – a maximum of two rotations by the starter and the internal combustion engine spins independently.

The experts placed the product at the top of the list due to the perfect tolerance compatibility with the CR-V motor. The lubricant well protects the cylinder walls from friction and extends the life of the piston system by 15-20%. It is this oil that is considered original for Honda SR-B and is poured from the factory into new engines.

Advantages

• reliable metal canister;
• optimal packaging 4 l;
• protects the walls of the motor from oxidation for a long time;
• excellent start of the internal combustion engine in frost -30 degrees.

disadvantages

• not suitable for diesel engines;
• inconvenient to pour into the engine throat;
• high price.

IDEMITSU Zepro Eco Medalist 0W-20 4 l

Rating: 4.8

The second place is also occupied by Japanese motor oil, but from the manufacturer IDEMITSU. The product belongs to the API SN category and has a viscosity of 0W-20, therefore it is suitable for Honda SR-B, since 2001. It contains a high content of molybdenum, which ensures the presence of a strong oil film on the cylinder walls. In the reviews, the owners of Honda CR-V note a noticeable decrease in engine noise, confident cold start and fuel economy. A base number of 9.3 ensures good carbon removal. The craftsmen praise this product for the small amount of sulfur in the composition, therefore, when disassembling the motor Honda CR-V for overhaul, they find clean channels, which reduces the cost of restoration.

We marked this oil as the best in terms of shelf life. You can store the sealed product for 5 years without losing its useful properties. This allows, having found oil at a favorable price, to purchase several canisters at once and then spend it gradually, changing every 10,000 km.

Advantages

• easy start of the motor in cold weather;
• durable metal canister;
• washes the walls of the chambers from carbon deposits;
• reduces wear due to the presence of boron.

disadvantages

• only for gasoline engines;
• high price;
• no retractable spout;
• small handle on the canister.

SHELL Helix Ultra SN 0W-20 4 l

Rating: 4.7

Synthetic motor oil from the SHELL brand is developed according to the API SN standard and has an A1 / B1 classification, suitable for all Honda SR-B gasoline engines. The product comes in a 4 liter plastic canister and has two convenient handles for transfer and filling. The viscosity of 0W-20 ensures that the lubricant remains fluid at low temperatures. Starting the engine after overnight parking is especially easy and some Honda CR-V owners share in their reviews that there is no need to squeeze the clutch. The additive package provides protection against corrosion and cleaning of the cylinder walls.

According to experts, this is the best oil for Honda SR-B engines in terms of heating speed. Due to its low viscosity, the lubricant is easily mixed and circulates through the channels of the internal combustion engine. Thanks to this, the engine reaches operating temperature faster, the speed from the lambda probe that comes into action is stabilized, fuel consumption and wear are reduced. If you store your crossover Honda CR-V in an unheated garage or outdoors, then this product is the best option for your powertrain.

Advantages

• convenient canister with two handles;
• suitable for turbocharged engines;
• all-season use;
• reduces fuel consumption.

disadvantages

• high price;
• only for gasoline internal combustion engines;
• a lot of fakes.

Motul 8100 Eco-lite 0W20 5 l

Rating: 4.6

The product from the Motul brand is designed for gasoline and diesel engines Honda CR-V. The CAE viscosity is 0W-20. API SN class allows you to safely fill it in Japanese internal combustion engines of cars produced since 2000. The grease is sold in plastic cans of 5 liters. The Eco-light series refers to oils with a reduced content of harmful components in the exhaust. For this, the manufacturer has reduced the amount of sulfur and phosphorus in the composition. A small ash content did not lead to accelerated evaporation, and a drop in the lubricant level occurs only in the case of aggressive driving.

Our experts considered Motul oil to be the best in terms of cleaning properties. Service practice and reviews of masters show that if shoe polish is found under the cover when adjusting the Honda SR-B valves, then this lubricant is able to remove them. To do this, it is necessary to drain the mining, fill in new oil and drive 4000 km on it. Repeating this procedure twice, it will be possible to wash off the plaque and clean the engine. Subsequently, the technical fluid can be changed every 10,000 km, in accordance with the recommendations of the car manufacturer.

Advantages

• versatility by engine type;
• protects the crankshaft and camshaft from wear;
• reduced exhaust toxicity;
• quiet operation of the motor.

disadvantages

• inconvenient packaging – 1.2 liters of excess remains after maintenance;
• with frequent abrupt starts, it can burn out 500-700 g per 10,000 km;
• high price.

MOBIL 1 0W-20 4 l

Rating: 4.5

Oil from Mobile for Honda SR-B power units has been produced since 2014 in 4 liter plastic cans with a viscosity class of 0W-20. The product is suitable for diesel and gasoline internal combustion engines, as well as turbocharged versions. API approved – SN / SM. The manufacturer promises that the Honda SR-B engine will work like new with it. This is achieved through an extended package of additives that perform complex functions: they clean, protect from carbon deposits, and accelerate the removal of excess temperature. In the reviews, buyers report that the sound of the engine becomes much quieter and the power unit rustles pleasantly, and does not rumble.

Our experts considered the oil to be the best in terms of reducing gasoline consumption. The dense film of oil provides increased compression, which makes the fuel easier to ignite in the cylinders, releasing energy. When switching to this lubricant, the engine power remains at a high level, and fuel consumption for some drops to 0.5-1 liters per 100 km.

Advantages

• improves fuel economy;
• reliable protection against wear;
• universal in application, regardless of the type of fuel;
• quiet rustle of the motor.

disadvantages

• high price;
• a lot of fakes.

TOTAL Quartz 9000 Energy HKS G-310 5W30 5 l

Rating: 4.5

Pure synthetics from the Total brand are developed in accordance with the API SM standard. According to the ACEA class, this oil belongs to the A5 category, and withstands work in high-load Honda CP-B engines with turbines. The viscosity of 5W-30 allows it to be used in winter at temperatures up to -25 degrees. But in the summer, the grease does not turn into water when the heat is +35 degrees outside. Users in reviews like that the synthetic composition is supplemented with a high content of organic molybdenum, so the product perfectly protects the CR-V engine Honda from wear.

We recommend this oil for Honda SR-B, which already has a little worn piston rings. Using a viscosity of 0W-20, regular waste consumption will be observed (up to 1 liter per 10,000 km, depending on the degree of wear). This does not happen with this more viscous oil, since the increased density of the fluid prevents it from seeping through the micro-slots in the piston system. At the same time, high compression and correct operation of the internal combustion engine are maintained.

Advantages

• excellent wear protection;
• durable oil film;
• quiet operation of the power unit;
• helps to increase power.

disadvantages

• an extra 1 liter remains after an oil change;
• for gasoline engines only.

G-Energy Far East 0W-20 4 l

Rating: 4.4

The synthetic novelty, released in 2018, rounds off the category. The oil is sold in plastic cans with a capacity of 4 liters, equipped with two handles for easy transfer and filling. Viscosity 0W-20 provides easy starting of the CR-V motor Honda even at an ambient temperature of -40 degrees. API SN class fully meets the requirements of the Japanese manufacturer for compatibility with crossover motors. Feedback from the owners Honda CR-V shows that when switching to this lubricant, there is no increase in fuel consumption, there is no drop in the level across the dipstick and there are no solid deposits when viewed through the valve cover. Those who have already driven it and then faced the planned need to change the rings share that over 100,000 km of run, cylinder wear was not found (it was checked with a caliper).

We have put the oil in the list of the best for Honda SR-B due to the most affordable price in the synthetic category. 4 liters can be bought for 1300-1500 rubles, which is 1.5-2 times cheaper than TOP products. At the same time, the product is made exclusively in Italy and is 100% synthetic.

Advantages

• can be bought in many online stores;
• designed for turbocharged engines;
• few fakes;
• leaves no deposits.

disadvantages

• cannot be used on diesel Honda CR-V;
• burns away on worn-out internal combustion engines due to increased fluidity.

The best semi-synthetic oil for Honda CR-V

Semi-synthetic oils for Honda SR-B are produced on a mineral basis, but with a large amount of additives, which increases the protection of the internal surfaces of the engine from oxidation, corrosion and wear.

Honda Synthetic Blend 0W20 SN

Rating: 4.9

As the name suggests, Synthetic Blend is a 'Synthetic Blend' with advanced additives. The product was developed by order of the automaker Honda and is produced in Japan and the USA. This product belongs to the original class and can be delivered in a new car sold from a car dealership. Despite the mineral base, the developers managed to maintain the viscosity at the 0W-20 level, ensuring high fluidity of the lubricant during winter operation. Judging by the reviews, the technical fluid for Honda SR-B does not stratify and does not foam when working at increased loads.

According to experts, the oil is the best in terms of providing acoustic comfort when the engine is running. Tests show that when the engine is switched to such a lubricant, the sound of the valves is significantly reduced, since the composition is optimally balanced for quick passage through the narrowed oil channels in the Honda SR-B cylinder head. When using a different technical liquid, more steam remains in these channels, which causes a chirping sound even with a correctly set thermal gap.

Advantages

• high temperature resistance;
• easy start of the power unit at low temperatures;
• all-season use;
• maximum cylinder cleanliness.

disadvantages

• only for gasoline models;
• high price.

LIQUI MOLY Special Tec V 0W-20

Rating: 4.8

And here is another engine oil with API SN approval for Honda SR-B, which meets all the requirements of the Asian automaker, therefore, its use on CR-V engines does not invalidate the factory warranty. The product is sold in containers of 1, 4, 20 and 60 liters, and it can be purchased both for the maintenance of one car or the whole fleet. Owners of Honda CR-V crossovers in the reviews like that the exhaust is low emission and does not clog the catalyst. This extends the life of not only the engine, but also the expensive element in the exhaust system.

Experts liked the oil for its energy-saving properties. According to the ILSAC system, the product belongs to the GF-5 category and is suitable for work in the most difficult conditions, when the car drives 1000 km per day, is towed or moves in traffic jams. In contrast to the GF-4 category, the grease further increases the energy release, contributing to the increase in the power of the internal combustion engine. By switching to this German product, your vehicle will feel more dynamic and more agile.

Advantages

• good starting properties in frost -40 degrees;
• suitable for all-season use;
• energy saving;
• does not clog the catalyst.

disadvantages

• there are fakes;
• high price.

IDEMITSU Zepro Diesel 5W-30

Rating: 4.7

Semi-synthetic oil for Honda SR-B engines was developed by IDEMITSU exclusively for the diesel line of power units. The ACEA classification puts it in the C2 category. The product is sold in metal cans of 4 liters. The viscosity of the grease is 5W-30, so it can be used in Honda CR-V at ambient temperatures down to -25 degrees. Reviews of the owners of Japanese CR-V crossovers show that the technical fluid does not darken for a long time, prevents the formation of scoring on the walls of the internal combustion engine, and also does not burn in the chamber.

We recognized this oil as the best due to the absence of counterfeits on the market. On the one hand, they do not undertake this due to the complex design and metal containers, which require large investments at cost, which leaves fraudsters with a small gain. On the other hand, the brand is not very popular in Russia compared to other brands, so the demand for it is low. When buying such oil for your Honda CR-V, you can be sure that you are filling in an original Japanese product.

Advantages

• made directly in Japan;
• durable steel canister;
• no waste of waste;
• prevents scuffing on the cylinder walls.

disadvantages

• cannot be used on gasoline engines;
• high price;
• inconvenient to pour into the neck.

SHELL Helix HX7 5W-30

Rating: 4.6

Completing the category of semi-synthetic oils is a product from SHELL Helix. It is an SL grease with ACEA A3 / B3 and A3 / B4 approvals. The technical fluid is designed for use in Honda SR-B engines both on diesel and gasoline fuel. The viscosity of 5W-30 is optimal for operation in the Northern regions, where the temperature does not drop below -25 degrees in winter. In the reviews, the owners of Japanese crossovers Honda CR-V report that the oil works well with engines equipped with LPG. Despite the absence of additional lubrication from gasoline, the cylinder walls remain scuff-free, and high compression and thrust remain. If you fill it a little above the maximum level, then it is easily cleared of candles during combustion.

Experts recognized this oil as the best for Honda SR-B due to its combination of affordable price and excellent detergent properties. The lubricant is created using the Active Cleansing technology, which thoroughly removes hard carbon deposits and thickened fractions from the internal channels of the internal combustion engine. This oil also, due to its increased density, increases compression and restores power in slightly worn engines.

Advantages

• for all types of CR-V engines;
• convenient canister with two handles;
• attractive price;
• protection of the motor from wear.

disadvantages

• there are fakes;
• with a cold winter start, the engine can 'triple' for the first seconds.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.