At the Zeigler Nissan of Orland Park service center, we take pride in providing Nissan owners in the Mokena area with a wide range of automotive services and maintenance expertise. If you’ve been wondering what the difference is between synthetic vs. regular oil, or between full synthetic oil vs. a synthetic blend, keep reading to find out! You can always contact us if you still have questions.
Conventional oil, also called “regular” oil or mineral oil, is a petroleum-based oil that’s been used in internal combustion engines since the beginning for lubrication. When a motor runs, its many moving parts rub against each other, and if not properly lubricated, can overheat and break. Motor oil keeps your engine cool and its parts lubricated to keep it running well for longer. Conventional oil is essentially distilled, mined crude oil, which works fine for most Tinley Park drives. However, some drivers may prefer even more protection—in which case, a synthetic oil is a great choice.
While synthetic oil is petroleum-based like conventional oil, it’s been further processed to enhance its lubrication properties and stability. Synthetic oil oxidizes slower than conventional oil, and better-retains its protective properties over time. This means you can usually wait longer to get an oil change with synthetic oil vs. regular oil, which is good because synthetic oil is also more expensive. Other benefits of synthetic oil include:
In addition to synthetic and conventional oil, you can equip your Nissan with a synthetic blend that blends synthetic and conventional oil for the best features of each for Chicago commutes and cross-country adventures. A synthetic blend is cheaper than a full synthetic oil, while still providing many of the enhancements of synthetic vs. conventional oil for your engine’s longevity.
However, some vehicles require full synthetic oil, so make sure to check your owner’s manual or contact our service experts if you’re not sure what kind of oil your car requires.
Take better care of your vehicle by scheduling an oil change with Zeigler Nissan of Orland Park today! Remember to check out our rotating service specials to get an even better deal on your next Nissan repair, maintenance appointment, or oil change in Orland Park!
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