The Lada Vesta sedan has been produced by the AvtoVAZ concern since November 24, 2015 and is equipped with four types of engines:

1. VAZ-11189 – 1.6 l, 87 hp;
2. VAZ-21129 – 1.6 l, 106 hp;
3. VAZ-21176 – 1.8 l, 122 hp. ;
4. HR16DE-H4M (Nissan) – 1.6 l, 114 hp.

The engine is the most important node car, so let’s take a closer look at the choice of engine oil for it, so that engine resource corresponded to the manufacturer's claims, and lubricant costs were reasonable.

AvtoVAZ recommends that consumers use oils in Lada Vesta engines Russian manufacturers Lukoil and Rosneft, and dealerships, when servicing these cars, use products from these very companies labeled 5W40.

In the operating instructions VAZ engines it is said that the oil should be changed after 15 thousand km, but better - after 7.5 thousand km. If we mean the products of the above-mentioned manufacturers, then this recommendation raises some doubts, since the fuel and lubricants market contains products from many foreign enterprises that have proven themselves well in Russia and have been confidently used by the world's leading automakers for decades.

For those who are willing to pay not only for quality, but also for belonging to the brand, we will consider the possibility of using these products in Lada Vesta engines, having familiarized ourselves with the types of motor oils, classifications and recommendations of specialists.

Factors influencing the choice of engine oil

The purpose of motor oil is to reduce friction on the working surfaces of the engine in order to reduce their wear and increase efficiency. The choice of oil depends on the following main factors:

• engine type (petrol, diesel);
• climatic (seasonal) operating conditions;
• degree of wear of the internal combustion engine.

Motor oils are marked so that you can choose the right one lubricant, but you need to be able to read the information contained in its symbolism.

In relation to the Lada Vesta, we will consider lubricants only for gasoline engines.

Classification of motor oils by base

Based on the type of base, lubricating fluids are usually divided into:

• synthetic;
• semi-synthetic;
• mineral.

This classification is conditional - fully synthesized oils are not produced, the manufacturing technology for all 3 types is the same - on mineral based, but “synthetic” and “semi-synthetic” oils differ from mineral oils in their high content of quality additives that improve fluidity and performance lubricants, but increasing their cost.

All Lada Vesta engines are modern power units, so for their operation it is optimal to use synthetic and semi-synthetic oils, which are more fluid and quickly distributed throughout the system internal combustion engine lubricants and gaps.

In regions with winter temperature Below -30 degrees, the use of mineral oils is strictly not recommended due to the possibility of their thickening and even complete freezing.

Viscosity classification

The most important characteristic of motor oil is viscosity, the degree of which is determined using SAE classification(Society of Automotive Engineers), deciphered using tables.

If the viscosity value contains only a two-digit number (SAE 30, SAE 40, SAE 50), it means the oil is of a summer grade or for a climate where the temperature does not drop below +5. If the marking, in addition to the one- or two-digit number, contains the letter W (Winter) - winter (SAE 5W, SAE 10W), the oil is winter.

Currently seasonal oils, although they are found on sale, they are practically replaced by all-season ones, the marking of which contains two groups of designations separated by a hyphen (SAE 5W-30, SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40, etc.).

In Russia there are no climate zones where there is no frost, so for Lada Vesta engines you need to use only material with the letter W in the marking.

Classification by performance properties

This characteristic was proposed in 1947 by the American Petroleum Institute, denoted by the abbreviation of the same name - API and is still in effect.

According to classification API oils are divided into 2 categories:

1. “S” – service (for 4-stroke gasoline engines);
2. “C” – commercial (agricultural machines, construction equipment and other large vehicles).

Lada Vesta engines are designed for category S oils, but this category has 11 indices (SA, SB, SC, SD, SE, SF, SG, SH, SJ, SL, SM), of which only SJ, SL are suitable for Vesta and SM, and the rest are still in production, but are intended for obsolete, but still in use cars. Therefore, when choosing fuels and lubricants, you should pay attention to the API index so as not to purchase material that is not designed for the parameters of your engine.

Vehicle mileage factor

Considering that only a year has passed since the start of Lada Vesta sales, the mileage of cars even of the earliest production today will not be high.

For cars with mileage from zero to a quarter of the lifespan declared by the manufacturer, an oil with a viscosity index of 10W30, 5W30 or 5W40 is recommended at any time of the year. After the engine has consumed a quarter of its resource, you can continue to use SAE 5W40 throughout the year or change the oil twice a year, using 15W40 or 10W40 in the summer, and 5W30 or 10W30 in the winter.

Should the viscosity of the oil used increase as the mileage increases? The question is controversial.

With a significant increase in the viscosity index relative to the recommended one, instantaneous positive effect perhaps, but as the mileage increases, the wear rate of the internal combustion engine will also increase.

From the list of mid-range motor oils, but good quality You can highlight the products of Castrol and Mobil.

Let's look at some samples of these fuels and lubricants.

Castrol

The company's products include about a thousand types of oils and lubricants, which are sold in 150 countries around the world. Castrol produces 3 lines of motor oils:

• GTX – semi-synthetic;
• Magnatec - synthetics;
• Edge is full synthetic.

A good choice of engine oil for Lada Vesta (all engines) would be materials from the Adge line of viscosity 5W30 or 5W40, produced using Titanium FST technology, which prevents the formation of deposits in the engine and doubles the strength of the protective oil film on parts.

Mobile

The products of this brand are one of the most advertised today, but its declared advantages are not overstated - brands such as Chevrolet, Mercedes-Benz, Acura, Porsche, Nissan and Lexus use it as a factory product. Mobil has the most wide choose not only for cars with different mileage, but also for new cars.

A special feature of Mobil is the presence of flushing additives in its composition, eliminating the need to flush the engine when switching to products of this brand.

At correct selection viscosity, a good choice, as for three VAZ engines Lada Vesta, and for the HR16DE-H4M engine (Nissan), there will be Mobil Super 3000 or Mobil 1.

Conclusion

The use of one of the oils listed above in Lada Vesta engines will ensure minimal wear power unit, which will not give an immediate effect, but will ultimately save significant money on engine repairs.

High-quality oil will not add engine power and gas pedal responsiveness, but it is guaranteed not to reduce these indicators, like counterfeit fuels and lubricants.

With the correct selection of viscosity, engine protection will be provided by products of any famous manufacturer, therefore, it is strictly not recommended to buy lubricants of dubious production.

Lada Vesta is the most technological car AvtoVAZ company today. The machine is equipped with proven power plants– petrol 16-valve engines of 1.6 and 1.8 volume. Their power is 106 and 122 horsepower respectively. These engines are considered the most durable in the entire AvtoVAZ line, but they must be serviced regularly. One of the integral parts of quality service is mandatory replacement suitable motor oil. In this article we will look at what oil the manufacturer recommends for Lada Vesta.

• Synthetics - this type of oil is obtained through various chemical compounds– additives and plasticizers that are designed to reduce friction regardless of weather conditions
• Semi-synthetics - derived by mixing artificially obtained and natural sets of additives.
• Mineral - this oil is obtained from petroleum

Pure synthetic is an oil with the highest viscosity that it cannot offer mineral lubricant. It is worth noting the fact that it is better to fill 16-valve engines with “non-mineral water,” namely synthetics or semi-synthetics. These oils have the most optimal chemical composition, which has a positive effect on the frequency of replacement (fill much less frequently). The fact is that synthetics have excellent resistance to temperatures from – (minus) 40 to +50 degrees. Mineral product – complete opposite. This lubricant freezes very quickly and loses its beneficial properties.

The best oils for Lada Vesta

1. Society Of Automotive Engineers (SAE) - compliance with a standard regulated by the community of American engineers
2. The remaining numbers indicate the operating temperature range

Please note that specified oils poured into Lada Vesta during conveyor production. Properties SAE oils 5W30 and SAE5W40 are such that they are very resistant to temperatures from -(minus) 35 to +35 degrees. Thus, this can explain the fact that Lada Vesta starts perfectly in almost all climatic zones of Russia and Europe.

The Tolyatti concern recommends filling Vesta with oils of the Lukoil and Rosneft brands. These are the most recognized domestic brands in which AvtoVAZ has the highest degree of trust.

Foreign products

Of the most popular foreign oils, we can recommend Mobil, Motul Specific Dexo S2 and Shell Helix HX8.

Which is better - imported or Russian?

IN in this case the choice is up to the owners themselves. Domestic brand usually cheaper, but this does not mean that it is of lower quality. After all, Russia is one of the leaders not only in terms of oil production, but also in the production of motor oils.

Oil level control

It is important to remember that not only a lack of lubricant is detrimental to the engine, but also its excess. So, in the second case, vapors can enter the combustion chamber through the breather, which can cause failure of the entire Euro-5 environmental system.

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LADA cars are equipped with gasoline engines. This is the first factor that must be taken into account when choosing engine oil for Lada Vesta and other models. Another one of the most important characteristics When selecting a lubricant, the ability of viscosity to change with temperature fluctuations is considered. LADA Vesta series cars are equipped with sixteen-valve engines. At the factory, the engine is filled with semi-synthetic 5w-40.

Composition selection

The best option for Vesta is considered to be synthetic oil, which contains chemicals. In this case it is much better than mineral water, since it is able to retain its properties for a longer period of time. That's why complete replacement oils are not performed so often.

Synthetics work at any temperature. It cools quickly after heating and practically does not thicken at sub-zero temperatures.

Mineral water made from petroleum has low performance qualities. Its only advantage can be considered low cost. When overheated, such motor oils gradually clog the internal combustion engine.

Semi-synthetics have the characteristics of mineral and synthetic lubricants. Its cost is slightly lower than the price of synthetics. Save if necessary cash, you can safely use this composition.

Types of oils depending on viscosity and manufacturer

• Rosneft;
• Lukoil Lux.

When a car is being serviced, the service center will definitely fill one of them. However, many car owners believe that to improve the dynamic qualities of the car it is better to use foreign lubricants.

The Lada Vesta engine will work great on Mobil products. For a new car this is 0w40. When the car has driven more than 100,000 km, the engine must be filled with oils with viscosity values:

• 5w30;
• 5w40.

Among other brands, compositions with a viscosity of 5w30 are suitable for Vesta - Motul Specific DEXO s2, Shell HELIX HX8.

What factors influence replacement time?

The manufacturer recommends replacing it after 15,000 km. However, it is necessary to take into account the operating features of LADA Vesta. If the machine is often running high speed, the oil needs to be changed every 7-10 thousand km. The frequency of changes will also be reduced if the quality of the fuel used is low. If the car is driven irregularly, you need to change the oil more often, this can guarantee long-term operation of the internal combustion engine.

If you want LADA Vesta to live long life, spending Maintenance, be sure to use only high quality brands lubricating fluids. As a result, the motor will work perfectly several times longer, you will not have to carry out expensive major renovation. Today on the market you can choose an oil that will meet all the requirements of the Lada Vesta engine.

Topping up

If topping up is carried out, it is necessary to use only the same type of lubricant having the same viscosity coefficient. The oil to be added must be from the same manufacturer. The reason for this correspondence is the chemical composition. Each manufacturer has its own, so a mixture of motor oils can damage the engine.

To add another oil, you must first completely drain the old one and flush the engine system.

Every motorist knows about such a need as changing engine oil. Imagine the work without this substance modern engines impossible. Carrying out many useful functions, it also raises many questions, starting with replacement and ending with choice.

Why is it important to change the engine oil?

The Lada Vesta engine, like any other, needs motor oil. It forms a thin protective film, which improves interaction and creates normal conditions for the functioning of moving parts. In addition to this, its main function, oil constantly cleans the engine of carbon deposits and other contaminants.

It would seem that fill lubricant and drive only it, why change it? But due to the specific operating conditions and its purpose, many factors influence this substance, which leads to inevitable replacement. To the reasons why engine oil If the Lada Vesta engine deteriorates and needs to be changed, they include:

• most of useful properties the substance is lost over time due to its operation at critical temperatures;
• Constant use of the car over short distances, during which the engine does not warm up enough, causes the formation of condensation, which has a bad effect on the quality and life of the engine;
• similar to the previous option after long downtime condensation also forms;
• Driving in the “go-stop” mode, which is typical for residents of large cities, leads to constant overheating of the engine, as a result of which the substance loses its specifications;
• off-road driving, on the contrary, leads to thickening and increased contamination of the oil substance;
• low quality fuel causes increased formation of carbon deposits, which renders the engine oil unusable;
• frequent mode idle work also unfavorable, as it causes accelerated spoilage;
• should not be ruled out mechanical damage and the human factor, which allow the plug to simply not be screwed in enough, which causes rapid loss due to a banal leak.

Important! Always using high-quality and clean engine oil guarantees long-term operation of the Lada Vesta engine, therefore, if you notice at least one of the signs listed above, it is important to change the engine oil more often and, if any, eliminate the causes of accelerated or increased consumption.

Nuances of choice

All motorists want to choose the best and ideally suited to their vehicle oil. One thing can be said here: such a desire is completely justified. So what kind of oil should you pour into the Lada Vesta engine? The first thing worth noting is the presence of only gasoline engines for this brainchild. Russian automobile industry and its recent appearance on the market. As a result, the conclusion suggests itself: pouring into the Lada Vesta engine requires motor oil that is fully suitable for gasoline engines, which have a relatively short mileage.

The optimal option for Lada Vesta is synthetic motor oil. “Synthetics” retain their technical characteristics much longer than mineral substances, so they will need to be changed much less frequently (of course, if used in more or less normal operating mode). One of the main advantages of this type of oil is its increased resistance to various kinds of temperature fluctuations, such as environment, and in the engine itself.

But maybe someone, based on their experience of using it, does not like synthetic motor oil, so they prefer mineral oil. In this case, too, everything is not so bad. After all, the main advantage of “mineral water” is the price; it costs less. But in terms of functionality it is significantly inferior to “synthetics”, since it loses its useful qualities much faster and, when boiling, clogs the motor cavity more strongly. If everything depends on cost, then the ideal option is semi-synthetic oil. It is cheaper than synthetic, but slightly more expensive than mineral. This type combines the qualities of both a natural analogue and an artificial one, therefore it is quite universal.

Important! When choosing engine oil for Lada, preference should be given to synthetic or semi-synthetic samples; saving on mineral oil is not advisable, since it has outlived its usefulness and is less functional than its analogues.

Along with performance qualities, motor oil for Lada Vesta also has such an important quality as viscosity, which determines the state of the substance under the influence of temperatures. At the factory, new cars of this line are filled with “semi-synthetic” 5W-40, the first part of this marking indicates the viscosity at low temperatures, the second - the maximum limit.

Everything is clear with viscosity; it is advisable not to deviate from the option proposed by the manufacturer. But the question of choosing a motor oil manufacturer is much broader than other issues related to its choice. There are two main options in this path:

• give preference to domestic producers;
• select imported samples.

Which one is better? It is impossible to give an exact answer. For example, according to the same AvtoVAZ, use better than oil for Lada Vesta from Rosneft and Lukoil. Therefore during warranty service At an official service station, you will be filled with oil from one of these manufacturers.

But according to user reviews, more better dynamics acceleration, maximum speed, smooth running and other characteristics of the car can be achieved by using an imported product. For example, viscosity samples 5W-30 and 0 or 5W-40 from Mobil, Motul and Helix are most preferred among Lada Vesta owners, based on statistics and reviews.

Important! It is worth understanding that when buying products from famous brand, the risk of running into a fake is slightly greater than in other cases. Therefore, be extremely careful when purchasing.

Replacement process

For a number of reasons, any owner of a Lada Vesta may need to change the engine oil on their own, without the help of specialists. The replacement process is not so complicated, so it is definitely the most preferable at the beginning of getting to know the car. The manufacturer recommends changing the engine oil on Lada Vesta every 10-15 thousand kilometers, but this indicator is quite flexible. Much depends on the manner and place of operation of the machine; if there is one or more of the reasons described above why the oil needs to be changed more often, then change it more often, otherwise there is a risk of “killing” the engine ahead of time. In principle, for such cases it is considered normal to change the engine oil every 8-12 thousand km.

Important! It is important to carry out the first engine oil change in a Lada Vesta engine after a mileage of 3000 km, otherwise the normal running-in of the new engine is jeopardized.

To drain all your used oil and pour new oil into the engine, you need to carry out the following manipulations:

1. Remove the lower crankcase protection from the engine. Substitute under drain plug(bolt) capacity approximately 5 liters. Why 5? Because the entire oil supply system of the Lada Vesta can accommodate 4 liters of oil substance.
2. Unscrew the drain plug and begin the actual process of draining the oil.
3. Wait until everything has drained out, and then thoroughly wipe the bottom engine compartment from the resulting contaminants.
4. Using a special removal tool, remove the old oil filter and replace it with a new one, screwing it all the way, but without using third-party tools. Sometimes it is not easy for some people to reach the filter, so it is possible to use a lift and similar means.
5. Screw the drain plug into place, replacing the gasket underneath if necessary.
6. Carefully fill in the oil, but not 4 liters, but about 3.5-3.8, since a little bit of the old one will remain in the system. Then everything is controlled with a probe.
7. Start the car. Now you need to wait until the low oil indicator goes out. Check all connections for leaks. Everything is fine? Then you're done.

Important! As you can see, the process of changing the oil in the Lada Vesta engine is a fairly simple task, but if you have any doubts or lack of confidence in your abilities, then refuse to carry out the procedure yourself and trust the specialists.

In conclusion, I would like to note that never skimp on motor oil, because the service life of the engine largely depends on it. Carry out all activities to replace it on time and in accordance with all standards. Then your Lada Vesta will last as long as possible without breaking. Good luck on the roads!

Changing the oil in the Lada Vesta engine - video:

Today we will tell you what oil to pour into the Lada Vesta engine. Which oil manufacturers are better not to use at all? How often to change the oil in Lada car Vesta. Let's see how oils from different manufacturers differ

What kind of oil to fill

At the moment, Lada Vesta is equipped only with gasoline engines. Accordingly, you need to select oil for gasoline engines with minimal mileage.

It is definitely better to pour synthetic motor oil into Vesta, for many reasons. Synthetic oil has a high viscosity, this is not possible in mineral oils. Synthetics retain their properties much better operational properties over time (it is possible to change less frequently). Synthetic oil better tolerates high and low temperatures. That is, it cools faster when heated and accelerates better at low temperatures (you need to take into account the additives in the oil).

When using one engine oil, before filling or when replacing with a fresh one, it is better to use the same manufacturer, oil type and viscosity. Due to the fact that manufacturers use various additives and chemicals when creating motor oil, one cannot be completely sure what reaction will follow after mixing different oils. We strongly recommend pouring only oil from the same manufacturer and the same viscosity into Vesta. If the oil is completely drained, little other viscosity can be used.

Oil manufacturers and viscosity

The car manufacturer recommends adding oil domestic producers such as Rosneft and Lukoil. By the way, motor oil from these manufacturers is poured onto dealer centers when servicing. It is recommended to fill the Lada Vesta with oil:

• Lukoil LUX with viscosity 5w40
• Rosneft with viscosity 5w40

Lukoil Lux 5w40

Rosneft 5w40

There are many discussions on the Internet on the topic of motor oils and specifically on the topic of Lukoil or Rosneft. We have not conducted laboratory studies, but mistrust of these oils remains.

If you want the engine to be more pleasing with its torque and good dynamics, in order to avoid additional repairs during maintenance, we strongly recommend using imported motor oils.

• Mobil with viscosity 5w30
• Mobil with viscosity 5w40
• Mobil with viscosity 0w40
• Motul SpecificDEXO s2 with viscosity 5w30
• Shell HELIX HX8 with viscosity 5w30

How often to change the oil in the West.

In the Lada Vesta service manual, the manufacturer recommends changing the oil every 15 thousand kilometers. Again, it's all up to you how long you want to own the car and how to operate it. With (constantly high speeds and dynamic driving), we advise changing the engine oil no later than 10 thousand kilometers, and even better from 7-10 thousand. Then the engine will delight you with its roar for a long time.

Use only quality oils and spare parts for your car, so it will serve you much longer, and it will also protect you from more serious investments in the future. Thank you for your attention and good luck on the road.
Use only high-quality oils and spare parts for your car, so it will last you much longer, and it will also protect you from more serious investments in the future. Thank you for your attention and good luck on the road.