According to a press release from the Association of European Businesses in Russia, BMW is one of the most popular brands in the premium segment. In 2020, it became the best seller in this category, ahead of Mercedes-Benz, Audi and Lexus. For 22 years of operation of the Russian division of BMW, about half a million new cars of this brand have been sold, according to the Avtostat agency. They are also popular in the secondary market. Drivers appreciate BMW for its combination of comfort, dynamics and driving pleasure, and for many motorists this brand has become a cult brand.
Special requirements
The advantages of these cars are largely due to their excellent engines — after all, initially BMW, which means «Bavarian Motor Works», specialized in them. To improve their efficiency and meet the ever-tightening environmental regulations, BMW engineers use a variety of technical solutions and the latest technologies — direct injection systems and various turbocharging options. In order for a complex engine to work stably and retain its qualities for many years, it needs an oil that takes into account its features. Therefore, BMW has special requirements for engine oils, and compliance with them is a kind of quality mark. Mobil™ offers several oils approved by BMW. To do this, they must pass special tests. BMW requirements are updated periodically to take into account improvements in engine design and changes in environmental standards.
Mobil Super™ 3000 Formula V 5W-30 complies with the latest revision of BMW Longlife-04. This synthetic oil is formulated to extend the life of engines by keeping them clean. One of its features is the reduced content of sulphated ash, phosphorus and sulfur, which provides protection for exhaust gas treatment systems, including converters and particulate filters, which are now installed on many cars. The word «Longlife» in the name of the standard indicates effective operation with an extended oil change interval.
Wide range of applications
However, this does not mean that the oil is intended exclusively for BMW .
Mobil Super™ 3000 Formula V 5W-30 meets ACEA C3 and API SN specifications and can be used in all vehicles that require this level of performance. In addition, it has Volkswagen 504 00 and 507 00, Mercedes-Benz 229.31 and 229.51 approvals, and these manufacturers also regulate the use of motor oils with such approvals at extended drain intervals. The oil can be used in diesel and gasoline engines of both passenger cars and light commercial vehicles, with or without turbocharging, as well as with direct fuel injection. The oil protects the engine well over a wide temperature range and extends its service life. The recommended operating conditions are normal, occasionally severe, including driving in heavy city traffic.
You can read more about its characteristics on our website here.