Synthetic Oil vs. Regular Oil

The Tulley BMW of Manchester service center is here to make sure your BMW runs at peak performance around Londonderry. One of the more important automotive questions we get asked is about the difference between synthetic vs. regular oil. If you want to know about the difference between these two oil types, find out more about how each of them can benefit your vehicle today with Tulley BMW of Manchester for your Bedford commute.

What is Conventional (Regular) Oil?

Before delving further into ‘synthetic vs. regular oil’ or ‘full synthetic oil vs. synthetic blend,’ let’s start with some definitions. Conventional oil, or “regular” oil, is a petroleum-based substance that’s used in traditional internal combustion engines to provide lubrication for internal parts and reduce any potential engine wear.

Traditional motor oil is distilled from crude oil that’s been mined from the ground and protects your car’s engine from potentially high temperatures when driving in Auburn.

What is Synthetic Oil?

By contrast, synthetic oil is a petroleum-based product but features enhanced lubrication properties, and is far more stable. Synthetic oils will oxidize far less easily than conventional oils and are much better at retaining protective properties. They’ve been chemically developed from petrochemicals in very intensive processes to provide pinpointed properties that make them far superior and more expensive than conventional oils. At the same time, synthetic oils are also able to:

• Are less viscous at lower temperatures
• Offers enhanced engine cleaning properties 
• Better protect critical turbocharger parts (when equipped)

How Do Full Synthetic vs. Synthetic Blends Differ?

Beyond synthetic oils and conventional oils, there are also synthetic blends. As you might gather, these are made of part synthetic oil and part conventional oil, which can help reduce the cost of choosing full synthetic, while still providing more benefits than standard oil.

Note: Some BMW vehicles will require full synthetic oil. Always review your owner’s manual to confirm what kind of oil your vehicle requires. 

Schedule an Oil Change in Manchester With Tulley BMW of Manchester!

Now that you know the difference between synthetic vs. regular oil; remember to take your BMW vehicle to Tulley BMW of Manchester for any potential service. Don’t forget to check out our service specials and see if you can save money on a potential oil change. Whether it’s learning how often to change your oil or getting your tires rotated, Tulley BMW of Manchester is the place to choose. See you shortly!