Engine oil for Lada X-Ray and Vesta

I think I won’t be mistaken if I say that Lada X-Ray and Vesta are a breakthrough in the domestic automotive industry in terms of design. AvtoVAZ design director Steve Mattin became their developer and in 2012 proposed the first X-Ray crossover concept car. After the start of sales in 2016, both cars gained immense popularity not only among Russian motorists, but also in neighboring countries. To date, more than 130 cars have been sold, the oil has clearly served its time and many are probably interested in which oil is suitable for X-Ray and West.

Engine model and oil volume in Lada X-Ray and Vesta

Today you can meet Vesta with two types of gasoline engines, these are:

• ✅ 16-valve V-engine 21129 for 106 hp With. and a volume of 1.6 liters
  
• ✅ 16-valve 21179 engine for 122 hp With. with a volume of 1.8 liters
  

The X-Ray has identical motors. And also in 2015, cars with the “heart” of Renault H4Mk were produced - 16 valves V-shaped, with a volume of 1.6 liters and a capacity of 110 hp. With. They belong to modern power plants that operate reliably at high speeds, and this is important when choosing the right engine oil.

By the amount of lubricant, AvtoVAZ provides the following data:

• ✅ For a car with a 21129 engine and a stamped pan, 3.2 liters are required
  
• ✅ For VAZ-21129 with a cast pan - 4.4 liters
  
• ✅ For engine 21179 - 4.4 liters are required
  

Since both cars are equipped with the same engines, their oil volumes do not differ. Next, consider the manufacturer's recommendations for choosing the right lubricant.

Oil Requirements

A few recommendations on the type of suitable oil and its replacement can be found in the car's owner's manual. According to them:

• ✅ It is recommended to use grease produced by Russian companies Rosneft or Lukoil
  
• ✅ According to the SAE standard, oil is selected depending on the season of use and engine wear, its viscosity can be from 0W-30 to 20W-50
  
• ✅ According to API classification, SM, SL and SN are suitable
  
• ✅ According to ACAE - A3 / B4, A5 / B5
  

The manufacturer recommends filling in synthetic or semi-synthetic oils with a viscosity of 5W-30 or 5W-40. The original fluid in both cars is all-weather LADA PROFESSIONAL 5W-40 from Lukoil, it shows reliable operation at temperatures from -35 to +35 ° C, which coincides with the main climate in Russia and Europe.

Oil change intervals in Lada Vesta and X-Ray

According to the regulations from AvtoVAZ, engine oil in these car models is changed every 15 km. But in fact, this needs to be done much more often - after about 000 km. So, many factors influence the frequency of replacement: these are the conditions in which the car is operated, and the quality of the oil itself, the condition and mileage of the engine, and much more.

If the car was often operated in the winter, with trips over short distances, then a lot of time was spent on warming up the engine, which means that the number of engine hours increased. Also, the oil will become unusable faster, working at high loads - driving at high speeds, poor road surface, etc. All this negatively affects the frequency of maintenance.

Reducing the interval between lubricant changes does not entail any negative consequences, and in most cases is even welcomed. However, a normally working car does not need frequent maintenance.

Which oil to choose for Lada Vesta and X-Ray

When choosing oil for Lada, it should be borne in mind that not every lubricant is suitable for 16-valve valves, especially if it is an H4M engine from Renault. It is recommended to fill them with what was used by the manufacturer. Previously, liquids from Shell were used for this, but then they switched to Lukoil.

If you do not know what to choose, we offer you the TOP of the 6 most popular brands based on surveys of car owners. Of these, two are premium, two are inexpensive segments and two are for cars with high mileage.

The best premium lubricant

Engine oil for X Ray and West can be bought for every taste; the technical documentation for cars contains a wide list of brands that have approvals from AvtoVAZ. Products of both domestic and foreign manufacturers are poured. But in my opinion, Lukoil would still be the best choice for our cars.

LUKOIL GENESIS POLARTECH

LUKOIL GENESIS POLARTECH took the first place in the ranking. This is a fully synthetic all-weather composition with a viscosity of 0W-40 and a freezing point of -54 ˚C, which is excellent for all regions of Russia. Peculiarities:

• ✅ Excellent pumpability at low temperatures, this relieves the load on the oil pump
  
• ✅ Detergent additives keep internal combustion engines clean
  
• ✅ good fluidity makes it easier to start a cold engine
  
• ✅ reduced load in motors 1.6
  

The lubricant slowly “ages” and retains its properties throughout the entire period of use. Perfect for all regions of the country, including the far north.

LIQUI MOLY Molygen New Generation

Of course, this is the best option for Vesta and X-Ray, regardless of the type of engine, but due to the high cost, not everyone can afford it. Fully synthetic grease, has a viscosity index of 5W-40 and a freezing point of -45 ˚C. Peculiarities:

• ✅ Regular use significantly increases engine life
  
• ✅ Viscosity increases at low temperatures, therefore it is not suitable for use in the northern latitudes of Russia
  
• ✅ The package of additives includes washing the engine
  
• ✅ Has the same characteristics throughout the entire period of use
  

The oil works equally under any load on the engine and does not lose its properties, provides reliable protection even after 15 km of run. According to the manufacturer, the tungsten-molybdenum components that make up the lubricant reduce the wear of parts by 000%.

The best lubricant in the low-cost segment

Buying good and high-quality motor oil does not mean spending a lot of money. Today the market offers inexpensive products that fully justify the money spent on it. And this applies to both Russian brands and foreign ones. The leaders in the ranking of inexpensive lubricants were Rosneft and G-Energy.

Rosneft Magnum Ultratec

Synthetic multigrade oil from a Russian oil and gas company. It has excellent characteristics at a low cost, in addition, it has approvals and is recommended by AvtoVAZ. Viscosity parameters 5W-40, freezing point -38 ˚C, which is enough for most regions of our country. Peculiarities:

• ✅ Has a stable viscosity throughout the use
  
• ✅ Resistant to waste
  
• ✅ Has good cleaning power due to salicylate additives
  
• ✅ Provides a soft start of a cold motor
  

Although the oil belongs to the budget segment, in terms of its characteristics, it is not inferior to more expensive counterparts. Its only drawback is weak protection against fakes, so you should buy it only at official points.

G-Energy active

Synthetic all-weather oil from the Italian producer. Differs in low cost and good characteristics. The viscosity parameter is 5W-40, the freezing point is -40 ˚C, which is enough even for the most northern latitudes. Peculiarities:

• ✅ Works stably under high loads
  
• ✅ Protects the engine from the negative effects of low-quality fuel
  
• ✅ Provides a soft start of a cold motor
  

It should be borne in mind that the oil quickly darkens and loses its properties when working in extreme conditions. Sometimes it needs to be replaced after 3-4 thousand kilometers.

The best lubricant for used cars

Oils with a viscosity of 10W30, 5W30 or 5W40 are poured into cars with mileage from zero to a quarter of the declared resource. After 100 km or more, you need to choose a lubricant with less fluidity, this is due to an increase in the gaps between the parts, 000W5, 40W10 and even 40W15 will do.

Valvoline Maxlife Synthetic

Synthetic all-weather structure from the American producer. It has a unique additive package, specially designed to ensure reliable operation of worn engines. Viscosity index 5W-40, freezing point -44 ˚C. Peculiarities:

• ✅ Molybdenum additives reduce friction and scoring
  
• ✅ The elasticity of the glands is partially restored
  
• ✅ Has cleansing properties
  
• ✅ Extends engine life
  

The grease remains fluid even at low temperatures. Has approvals for Lada Vesta. It is recommended to change after 7 thousand kilometers.

Shell Helix HX7

Semi-synthetic all-weather composition from the English brand. The oil has suitable characteristics for use in used engines. Suitable viscosity index (10W-40), freezing point (-45 ˚C) and low price make it a good choice for Russian regions. Peculiarities:

• ✅ Protects the engine from the formation of soot
  
• ✅ Additive package provides good cleaning properties of the oil
  
• ✅ Practically does not change viscosity indicators throughout the entire period of use
  
• ✅ Provides soft start of the engine
  

The only problem is that it's easy to get a fake. Therefore, buy only from trusted outlets.

Afterword

The use of any of the listed motor oils in LADA Vesta or X-Ray will provide reliable engine protection against wear. You will not feel the multi-link effect, but in the long run you will save a considerable amount on repairs. The main thing is to adhere to the replacement regulations and do not "force" your car. We did not indicate all the good lubricants in our article: Castrol, Mobile, Elf, Zeke, for various reasons, we bypassed it, since we focused primarily on the reviews of the owners. So, there are often complaints about the popular Mobile Super 3000 lubricant that on a run of 6-7 thousand km, the nature of the internal combustion engine operation under load changes dramatically. One gets the impression that there is a development of the additive package. At the same time, how to change such an oil for 6 thousand mileage, it is quite possible to fill in lubricant cheaper. Motul is also a good oil, but in cold weather, many owners still prefer to drive another one. So when choosing, be sure to consider where and how you will travel on your cars.