Toyota Corolla oil: A simple guide
Getting a new car, especially the Orlando Toyota Corolla, is very exciting - but there are so many questions about owning one. How often do you need oil changes? What happens when your Toyota Corolla hits 100,000 miles? What type of oil is better for your car? Don’t fret because our Toyota techs are here to make it simple for you with a simple oil change guide.
What is the best oil for Toyota Corolla models?
If you haven’t already, schedule your service appointment for your next oil change.
Oil for Toyota Corolla 2008 or older: You should use Toyota Genuine motor oil 5W-30, which is another synthetic blend that’s more suitable for older vehicles.
Oil for Toyota Corolla is a 2009 or newer: You should use Toyota Genuine motor oil 0W-20, which is a synthetic blend that will allow your car to maximize its performance.
Is synthetic oil better than conventional oil for Toyota Corollas?
Synthetic or conventional oil is a hot question for us. We’re gonna give you a quick, simple guide so that you can make the best choice for your car.
Synthetic oil flows faster and more easily through your engine because it is artificially produced chemical compounds. Nowadays, it is the more common choice of the two because a lot of drivers believe it enhances their car’s performance abilities. The only downside is that this type of motor oil is more expensive than conventional, but it lasts longer so you won’t have to get oil changes as frequently.
Conventional motor oil used to be the standard in the car care industry, but not anymore. It is made from refined crude oil and flows more slowly than synthetic oil. The only downside is that it doesn’t last as long as synthetic oil, so you’re going to have to get oil changes more frequently. But, it is cheaper than synthetic.
At the end of the day, it is your choice - and our Orlando auto service technicians recommend checking your owner’s manual to see which oil is best for your car. We recommend using Toyota Genuine motor oil for the best quality product because if we know anything about Toyota: you can rely on it.
Have over 100,000 miles? You’re going to need a new type of oil for the Toyota Corolla.
You just hit 100,000 miles on your Toyota Corolla - congratulations! And as long as you take care of it, you have a long way to go. But now that your miles are getting up there, it may be a better choice to serve it high-mileage oil. But what does high-mileage oil do? Here’s a simple breakdown:
It has a higher viscosity, which means it flows more slowly through your engine.
It usually has special additives and seal enhancers that can help protect against oil leaks in your engine.
This area may be confusing for you, so if you’re not sure if you should use this oil or not, just ask our Orlando auto service experts for help!
What about Toyota Corolla oil filters?
Easy! As far as your oil filters go, you can use any brand that fits your vehicle (make sure to check its compatibility before you purchase). However, remember - the Toyota brand is our top recommendation.
Toyota Corolla oil changes: When are you gonna need them?
The standard rules when it comes to determining an oil for Toyota Corolla are simple.
If you are using synthetic oil you’ll need an oil change every 5,000 miles or every 6 months, whichever comes first.
If you’re using conventional oil you’ll need an oil change every 3,000 miles or so - a little more frequently than synthetic oil.
Make sure you do your research by checking your owner’s manual to see how often your car needs oil changes to be able to perform at its best and to last longer. Another option is to schedule an appointment and ask our Orlando auto service technicians what they think is best for your Toyota.
Schedule Toyota maintenance today
Ready to get your Orlando Toyota Corolla on the books for maintenance? Call Toyota of Orlando today at (407) 298-0001. You can also schedule online or visit us at 3575 Vineland Road – we’re just off I-4 near Mall at Millenia.
