11 best engine oils for Toyota Camry

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.

The oldest model of a passenger car in the Toyota lineup is the Camry. The car of the middle business class began to be produced in 1982, but interest in this passenger car remains at a high level today, which is confirmed by the appearance of the 8th generation of the sedan. Thanks to its success in the markets of the USA, China, Russia, Australia, the concern Toyota has built its branches in these countries. In 2007, the first car of the Japanese brand rolled off the assembly line of the plant in the village of Shushary near St. Petersburg. The model is appreciated for its high level of safety (5 stars from ANCAP), rich equipment, comfort and reliability. Cars with 4 power units were most often supplied to the Russian market. These are gasoline engines 1.8 L (125 HP), 2.0 L (148 HP), 2.5 L (181 HP) and 3.5 L (249 HP). . With the help of our experts, we will deal with the nuances of selecting engine oil for Toyota Camry.

Recommendations for choosing engine oil for Toyota Camry

Cars 1996-2001 For engines Toyota Camry XV20 lubricant is selected taking into account the type of power unit and the climate of the region.

1. The 1MZ-FE engine is filled with oil of at least SH class according to the API designation system.
2. For 5S-FE engines, the manufacturer recommends using lubricants that meet the requirements of SG group and higher.
3. The viscosity is selected taking into account the climatic characteristics of the region. For example, in southern regions (up to -18 ° C), you can use 15w-40 or 20w-50 grease.

Cars 2001-2006 The manufacturer's recommendations for this generation of vehicles indicate the branded engine oil Toyota. When selecting an analogue, one should be guided by the following criteria.

1. The lubricant must meet API Group SJ or SL, labeled Energy Conserving. ILSAC certified multipurpose oils are also suitable.
2. In northern regions, the viscosity should correspond to the designation 5W-20, 5W-30 or 0W-20. For operation in mild climates, it is better to choose greases with a viscosity of 10W-30 and 15W-40.
3. Cars 2006-2011 The operating instructions for this generation of machines also recommend branded oil Toyota.
4. According to the API nomenclature, the oil should fall into the SL or SM group, labeled “Energy Conserving”. It can also be ILSAC compliant multigrade greases.

The selection of viscosity is carried out similarly to the models of the previous generation, taking into account the temperature regime of the region.

Cars from 2011 release. In cars of the latest generations, the oil is selected for a specific engine.

1. The 6AR-FSE and 2AR-FE motors (2.0 and 2.5 L) must be serviced with an energy efficient lubricant of the SL, SM or SN class. At low temperatures in winter, it is better to give preference to products with a viscosity of 0w-20, 5w-20, 5w-30. In temperate climates, 10w-30 or 15w-40 oils can be used.
2. The 6-cylinder 2GR-FE 3.5 liter engine must be filled with energy-saving (SL and SM) or resource-saving (SN) lubricants. At air temperatures down to -12 ° C, the viscosity should be 10W-30 or 15W-40, and it is no longer recommended to use 5W-30 oil at temperatures above + 10 ° C.

We have selected 11 best engine oils for Toyota Camry for review. You can buy them in car stores in Russia. When distributing seats, the editorial board of the magazine proceeded from the assessments of the expert community, taking into account the reviews of domestic motorists.

Rating of the best engine oils for Toyota Camry

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price per liter
Rating of the best engine oils for Toyota Camry	1	Amsoil Signature Series 100% Synthetic 5W-30	832 RUB
	2	Pennzoil Ultra Platinum Full Synthetic 5W-30	RUB 1,178
	3	Mobil 1 ESP Formula 5W-30	696 r
	4	ADDINOL Giga Light MV 0530 LL SAE 5W-30	RUB 785
	5	TOYOTA SN 5W-30	RUB 538
	6	Motul 8100 Eco-lite 5W-30	RUB 685
	7	Valvoline SynPower FE 0W-30	585 RUB
	8	Lukoil Genesis Armortech A5 / B5 5W-30	459 r
	9	ZIC X7 5W-40	396 r
	10	Shell Helix Ultra 0W-20 API SN	594 RUB
	11	NGN Emerald 5W-30	648 r

Amsoil Signature Series 100% Synthetic 5W-30

Rating: 4.9

American synthetic oil Amsoil Signature Series 100% Synthetic 5W-30 is recommended for use in modern passenger cars. Suitable lubricant for engines Toyota Camry. The composition is made on the basis of real synthetics with the addition of premium additives. The manufacturer managed to create a balanced product, however, its cost turned out to be quite high. Experts have appreciated such qualities of the oil as low friction, fuel economy, wear resistance. Depending on the operating conditions of the car, the service interval of replacement can range from 15 thousand (difficult conditions) to 25 thousand (gentle mode) kilometers.

Domestic motorists have no complaints about the quality of synthetics. They are not satisfied only with the high price and non-standard packaging.

Advantages

• wear resistance;
• resistance to temperature extremes;
• durability;
• fuel economy.

disadvantages

• high price.

Pennzoil Ultra Platinum Full Synthetic 5W-30

Rating: 4.8

Another American motor oil hits the podium of our review. This is the purest synthetic Pennzoil Ultra Platinum Full Synthetic 5W-30. Experts recommend filling such a lubricant with Toyota Camry, which are operated in the northern regions of the country. The product begins to solidify when the air temperature reaches -48 ° C. At the same time, you will not have to switch to summer oil either, the composition perfectly withstands high temperatures, while maintaining a stable viscosity. The active synthetics include wear resistance, reduced fuel consumption and good detergency.

Russian car owners note an easy engine start in severe frosts, a decrease in vibration and noise during engine operation. The disadvantage of the product is the very high price.

Advantages

• easy start-up in severe frost;
• resistance to wear;
• excellent detergent properties;
• fuel efficiency.

disadvantages

• very high price.

Mobil 1 ESP Formula 5W-30

Rating: 4.7

Mobil 1 ESP Formula 5W-30 engine oil was developed in cooperation with Toyota. Exxon Corporation has created a whole line of lubricants for the entire family of Japanese cars. When creating this synthetics, modern technologies were used, tested in Formula 1 races. The product effectively protects engine parts when working in extreme conditions. The composition has a high level of environmental friendliness, which allows to extend the life of the catalysts. The experts appreciated the excellent detergency and oxidation stability.

Domestic motorists appreciate Finnish synthetics for easy cold start, fuel efficiency, and long service life. However, many fakes have appeared on the market, and it can be difficult to find original oil.

Advantages

• resistance to severe operating conditions;
• excellent detergent properties;
• easy start-up in cold weather;
• fuel economy.

disadvantages

• a lot of fakes.

ADDINOL Giga Light MV 0530 LL SAE 5W-30

Rating: 4.6

You can safely pour German ADDINOL Giga Light MV 0530 LL SAE 5W-30 engine oil into Toyota Camry engines. Many car owners have not changed their favorite lubricants for decades. Experts attribute the popularity of synthetics to the highest quality. The combination of a modern base and additive package with Low SAPS characteristic allows the product to be used in gasoline, diesel and gas engines. The oil has proven itself in high-powered engines of SUVs and minibuses, diesel engines with a particulate filter (DPF) and exhaust gas afterburning systems.

Russian motorists consider the optimal ratio of price and technical parameters. The engine starts to run quieter, there is no oil waste. The only problem is finding synthetics in the trade network.

Advantages

• high quality;
• reasonable price;
• versatility;
• resistance to high loads.

disadvantages

• shortage in Russian stores.

TOYOTA SN 5W-30

Rating: 4.5

The American concern Exxon Mobil has developed the TOYOTA SN 5W-30 synthetic oil especially for the Toyota model range. To protect original products from counterfeiting, the manufacturer packs the lubricant in metal cans. The experts highlighted several advantages of the composition. First of all, it is designed for standard vehicle operation all year round. The next advantage of synthetics is the reduction in emissions of toxic compounds. The formulation contains sealing additives, they improve the compression in the combustion chambers.

Many Toyota Camry owners operate a car with original engine oil. Most often, it is poured into service centers. The disadvantage of synthetics is inconvenient packaging, as well as a rather high price.

Advantages

• specially developed composition;
• low emission of harmful substances;
• lack of burnout;
• easy engine start in winter.

disadvantages

• inconvenient canisters;
• high price.

Motul 8100 Eco-lite 5W-30

Rating: 4.5

The French oil Motul 8100 Eco-lite 5W-30 is designed for highly accelerated engines. There are such units in the Toyota Camry line. The product is considered to be energy-saving, it is based on an artificial synthetic base, to which detergents and lubricants are added. Experts also note a decrease in fuel consumption and the emission of harmful compounds into the atmosphere. The composition is compatible with exhaust gas afterburning systems. Synthetics are resistant to temperature extremes and oxidation. Unsurprisingly, the Motul 8100 Eco-lite 5W-30 has recommendations from most Japanese car manufacturers.

Users are satisfied with the technical parameters of French synthetics, fuel efficiency, environmental friendliness. Of the minuses, there is a high price and weak protection against counterfeiting.

Advantages

• environmental friendliness;
• fuel economy;
• thermal stability;
• wear resistance.

disadvantages

• high price;
• weak protection against counterfeiting.

Valvoline SynPower FE 0W-30

Rating: 4.4

The American company Valvoline, drawing on its rich experience in the production of automotive oils, has created the innovative product SynPower FE 0W-30. High quality synthetics are approved by OEMs who appreciate the benefits of the formulation. Experts note a decrease in fuel consumption and emissions of harmful substances, an increase in the service interval for replacement. The main violin in synthetics is played by a high-tech set of SynPower additives, which helps to maintain engine cleanliness and ensures thermal stability of the oil.

Russian motorists praise the product for easy engine start in cold weather, good detergency, effective protection against counterfeiting. However, this synthetics is rarely found in domestic stores.

Advantages

• high quality;
• counterfeit protection;
• easy engine start in frost;
• soft work.

disadvantages

• high price;
• rarely found in stores.

Lukoil Genesis Armortech A5 / B5 5W-30

Rating: 4.3

For a wide range of cars, the domestic Lukoil Genesis Armortech A5 / B5 5W-30 oil was developed. There is Toyota in this list. The product is recommended as a multigrade lubricant for gasoline and diesel engines. The experts highlighted such advantages of the product as excellent anti-corrosion and antioxidant properties, fuel efficiency, resistance to high loads, good detergent and dispersant properties. The manufacturer took a synthetic base as a basis, to which he added the latest DuraMax additive package.

On the thematic forums, you can read a lot of flattering reviews from Russian motorists, among whom there are owners of Toyota Camry. However, the oil has to be changed frequently, and the container is poorly protected from counterfeiting.

Advantages

• good quality;
• affordable price;
• versatility;
• easy engine start in cold weather.

disadvantages

• small resource;
• weak protection against counterfeiting.

ZIC X7 5W-40

Rating: 4.2

South Korean oil ZIC X7 5W-40 is created on the basis of YUBASE proprietary synthetics with the addition of Low SAPS additives. Against the background of competitors, the product stands out favorably with an affordable price. Experts recommend the compound for Toyota Camry vehicles that operate in regions with a minimum temperature of -30 ° C. High protective properties of the parts are ensured by the thinnest protective film. Therefore, when starting a cold engine, there is no effect of oil starvation, which allows to extend the service life of the power unit. Synthetics quite effectively removes carbon deposits and deposits formed during the combustion of fuel.

The main problem of synthetics, according to many users, is the low level of protection against counterfeiting. Some motorists have already had to deal with counterfeiting.

Advantages

• low price;
• good detergent properties;
• great quality;
• different packaging.

disadvantages

• not protected from counterfeiting.

Shell Helix Ultra 0W-20 API SN

Rating: 4.1

Shell motor oils are very popular in our country. Helix Ultra 0W-20 API SN synthetics have been created for vehicle operation in the harshest climatic conditions. The manufacturer designated it as an energy-saving composition. Experts attribute this to low oil volatility, fuel efficiency and low emissions of harmful compounds into the atmosphere. The lubricant is suitable for modern engines with catalysts and other exhaust gas afterburning systems. The democratic price is explained by the Russian origin of Shell Helix Ultra 0W-20 API SN.

Car owners have no particular complaints about the quality of engine oil. It provides easy starting of the engine in winter, allows to increase the interval between replacements. But many fakes have appeared on the market.

Advantages

• energy saving;
• high quality;
• reasonable price;
• easy start of the motor in winter.

disadvantages

• there are many fakes on the Russian market.

NGN Emerald 5W-30

Rating: 4.0

Dutch engine oil NGN Emerald 5W-30 is designed for use in the latest engines. These can be highly accelerated gasoline and diesel engines. The composition was developed in close cooperation with experts from the VAG group, high performance properties were appreciated by a number of car plants (Mercedes – Benz, BMW, etc.). The long service intervals are particularly commendable. For example, synthetics retain their best qualities up to 30 thousand km in gasoline engines and up to 50 thousand km in diesel engines. Due to the stable oil film at the time of cold start, wear of rubbing parts is reduced.

In Russia, the NGN trademark is still known in narrow circles of motorists, therefore, oil is rarely found on the shelves. But fakes have not been found yet.

Advantages

• long interval between replacements;
• good quality;
• affordable price;
• reduced wear of parts.

disadvantages

• rarely found in Russian stores.

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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.