View Poll Results: What type of oil are you use?
5w-30
30
62.50%
5w-20
18
37.50%
Voters: 48. You may not vote on this poll
5w-30 vs 5w-20
Dropped the car off yesterday to get an oil change and some other work done and spoke to my advisor about this discussion. He confirmed that they are recommending 5w20 in the GS350 and 0W20 in the GS460 and LS 460. I got mobile 1 5w20.
Racer
Joined: Feb 2006
Posts: 1,575
Likes: 10
From: Charlotte
I'm tempted by 5w20 but Not sure about using the thinner oil for the 152000miles my car has covered! I do a round trip of 150 miles, 4 days a week, in my GSh and it's due an oil and filter change. Should I stick to the 5w30 due to excessive mileage, or give 5w20 a shot? I'll also add some of this stuff as was recommended highly by the Lexus independent i visited recently!
http://www.team-zx1.com/Micro-Oil
http://www.team-zx1.com/Micro-Oil
Driver School Candidate
Joined: Dec 2013
Posts: 9
Likes: 0
From: canada
I'm new to the Lexus bough an 06 GS300 AWD with only 54,000 kms on it, I've put another 3,000 kms since buying it.
Just did an oil change and opted for 5w-20... not sure what was in it before BUT did notice as it got colder out ( note: location ON, Canada ) the engine was noisy ( tick ) sounding on morning start ups.
I've put 500 kms on this oil change using the 5w-20, the cold starts are much better ( less noise ) but I haven't really noticed any increase in fuel economy ?
I went to the 20 for cold start and will switch back to 30 in the spring.
Just did an oil change and opted for 5w-20... not sure what was in it before BUT did notice as it got colder out ( note: location ON, Canada ) the engine was noisy ( tick ) sounding on morning start ups.
I've put 500 kms on this oil change using the 5w-20, the cold starts are much better ( less noise ) but I haven't really noticed any increase in fuel economy ?
I went to the 20 for cold start and will switch back to 30 in the spring.
You got that red GS from Mississauga?
Lead Lap
Joined: Feb 2008
Posts: 426
Likes: 0
From: Toronto
My car burns about 1L every 1000-1200 km's using 5w-30 in the warm seasons and a little bit less during winter.
I have now started using a 10w-30 high mileage to try to cut my oil consumption down....
Good or bad idea?
Kendall 5w-30 synthetic blend
to
Castrol 10w-30 high mileage
I have now started using a 10w-30 high mileage to try to cut my oil consumption down....
Good or bad idea?
Kendall 5w-30 synthetic blend
to
Castrol 10w-30 high mileage
Pole Position
Joined: Jul 2009
Posts: 3,387
Likes: 60
From: FL
a thicker oil is conventional for what you're aiming for... It would def help.
I would go for Redline 5w-30, as it's pretty thick oil for what it is. and people have had good results on killing oil consumption on it. Redline also preserves your engine better than a lot of other oils OTC.
I would go for Redline 5w-30, as it's pretty thick oil for what it is. and people have had good results on killing oil consumption on it. Redline also preserves your engine better than a lot of other oils OTC.
Rookie
Joined: Mar 2013
Posts: 66
Likes: 1
From: United Kingdom
Reading up on this ZX1 micro oil, it seems to have a lot of excellent reviews across different forums and websites selling it! They claim it also reduces fuel consumption due to reducing friction of the working parts (rod bearings, main bearings, piston rings, valve train etc).
Reckon I will give it a shot, they say it also lasts for up to 25000 miles so good for about 2 oil changes before needing to add more!
Think I'll try this stuff with 5w20 even though shes done 155k now! Shall keep u posted!!
Reckon I will give it a shot, they say it also lasts for up to 25000 miles so good for about 2 oil changes before needing to add more!
Think I'll try this stuff with 5w20 even though shes done 155k now! Shall keep u posted!!
ClubLexus Stories
Celebrating Lexus & Toyota from Around the Globe
8 Tips for Improving Your Hybrid or Plug-in Hybrid's Efficiency!
Michael S. Palmer
10 Best Lexus Models No One Remembers
Joe Kucinski
TRD Off-Road Premium: Best 2026 4Runner, Except This One Thing
Michael S. Palmer
Top 10 Lexus & Toyotas to Drive Before You Die!
Joe Kucinski
Top 10 Lexus/Toyotas With The LEAST 5-Year Depreciation
Joe Kucinski
Lexus LC500 Convertible Auction: A Preview of Rising Values?
Brett Foote
GX 550 vs TX 550: Best 3-Row Luxury Lexus Family Hauler
Michael S. Palmer
9 Best Lexus Models You Can Buy for Half Price (And 1 You Shouldn't!)
Joe Kucinski
2026 Lexus NX Buyer's Guide: Models, Features, Prices & More!
Brett Foote
Rookie
Joined: Mar 2013
Posts: 66
Likes: 1
From: United Kingdom
Just to add, I've ordered 5w30 Fuchs Titan Race Pro S 5W-40 Ester Synthetic and 250ml of zx1 micro lube plus a lexus oil filter. So I'll see if there's any difference after the oil/engine treatment!
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
