Engine Oil for Volvo

What type of oil change does my Volvo need? It is recommended to use for Volvo cars the appropriate API SN, API SP classification and approvals Volvo VCC, with viscosity 0W-20, 0W-30, 5W-30, 5W-40 or 10W-40.

What is the best engine oil for Volvo? We’ve created this guide to help you choose the right engine oil for your Volvo car, depending on the car model generation, year of manufacture, and mileage of the Volvo. Engine oil generally maintains a lubricating film between moving parts and better seals critical components of your engine, protecting engine parts from dirt, harmful deposits, and corrosion. We have created this guide to help you choose the best engine oil for Volvo.

To select the best engine oil for Volvo, you have to choose an oil that meets the appropriate API SN, API SP classification, and approvals Volvo VCC.

Volvo VCC RBS0-2AE

The specification was introduced in 2015 for the latest generation of “DRIVE-E” gasoline (VEP) and diesel (VED) engines equipped with catalytic reduction systems and diesel particulate filters (DPF) and environmentally friendly VEA (Volvo Environmental Architecture) EURO 6 four-cylinder diesel and gasoline engines. Low-viscosity, fully synthetic 0W20 ACEA A1/B1 viscosity engine oil. This specification must be used in all markets except the USA.

Volvo VCC 95200377

Approved for gasoline and diesel engines. Meets ACEA A5/B5-12, SAE 0W30, and API SL specifications for superior lubrication of atmospheric and turbocharged engines (2.0l, 2.3l, 2.4l, 2.5l, 3.0l, 3.2l, 4.4l) produced after 2004. Fully synthetic energy-saving oil.

Volvo VCC 95200356

Approval for Volvo 2.5L and 2.4L diesel (single-stage injection) and gasoline 5-cylinder engines built before 2007, which were designed for SAE 0W-30 SAE A3/B4, SAE 0W30 oils.

VDS-4

A new standard based on the requirements of API CJ-4. The VDS-4 standard, compared to API CJ-4, has stricter requirements in the Mack T-12, Cummins ISM, and Cummins ISB tests plus the Volvo D12D test. Oils are available in two viscosity ranges SAE 5W-30 and SAE 15W-40. The VDS-4 standard is designed for all engines manufactured after 2007. VDS-4 motor oils provide better wear protection, thermal stability, and oxidation stability compared to VDS-3 oils. The standard is primarily designed for Volvo vehicles with EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation), DPF (Diesel Particulate Filters), and/or SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction) systems. In addition, VDS-4 oils can be used in all other Volvo engines as long as fuel with low sulfur content, up to 5000 ppm (0.5%), is used.

VDS-3

The standard was developed for Volvo’s Euro 3 engines but is recommended for earlier models as well. VDS-3 oils are not suitable for vehicles with diesel particulate filters (DPFs). VDS-3 oils resist soot formation, prevent deposits on pistons and cylinder liners and protect against wear. VDS-3 complies with API CI-4 and ACEA E7. The main difference from VDS 2 is in strengthening all major parameters to extend the terms of oil replacement.

VDS-2

The standard was developed for Volvo’s Euro 2 engines which meet the 1996 European exhaust emission requirements. VDS-2 oils for Volvo trucks produced up to and including 2004. Exceeds VDS requirements by all major parameters. Meets ACEA E1-96, SAE SAE 5W-30, 5W-40, 10W-30, 10W-40 or 15W-40.

VDS

Specification for extended drain intervals for engine oils used in older diesel engines with turbocharged Euro-1. Basic requirements: viscosity SAE 15W-40 or 10W-30; quality no lower than API CD.