Synthetic vs. Conventional- which do you choose?

It’s time for an oil change and you have to choose your motor oil- synthetic or conventional. But do you really know the difference between the two and which one is better for your set of wheels? Not a lot of people do. After talking with some of our Toyota of Orlando service experts we can give you the facts on the different types of oil so you can make an informed decision on which one is the best choice for you. 

The best motor oil for you

When choosing which motor oil to use in your car there are a couple of factors you need to consider:

1.    Are you trying to save money now or later down the road?

2.    Do you want to be more environmentally friendly?

3.    What kind of vehicle do you own?

4.    How much do you want to protect your engine?

After you’ve asked yourself these questions it’s time to learn more about what the two different types of motor oil can do for you. 

What Toyota of Orlando recommends for most car owners is to go with synthetic. Synthetic oil will come at a higher cost, but has been proven to be more beneficial in the long run. Synthetic oil will typically do a better job at protecting your vehicle’s engine and moving parts. This type of motor oil rises above the latter in terms of longevity and handling of high temperatures which is essential in Florida. Synthetic oil can drive in extremely hot conditions without breaking down. So when you’re driving down I-drive in 100-degree weather you won’t have to worry about your oil going down the drain. 

The science behind it all is that the individual molecules of synthetic oil are more easily tailored to meet the needs of the modern engine. This is because it is refined and distilled. The distillation of crude oil removes more impurities and leaves the oil in its most basic molecular state allowing for the customization and better protective properties. Another plus to synthetic oil is that it is said to be less harmful to the environment than conventional oil. This type of motor oil gives your vehicle better horsepower and engine efficiency because it puts less strain on the engine. This will, in turn, make your Orlando Toyota run its best performance while using up less gasoline.

However, if you are trying to save a little money right at this very moment then you may want to go with conventional oil. Conventional oil is a significantly cheaper option, but it does not have as long of a shelf life as synthetic, meaning you will have to get oil changes more frequently down the road.  Moreover, if your car sports a conventional engine you might as well go with conventional because these types of engines do not require anything special in terms of oil choice. 

All that being said, most car service gurus will always stand by the recommendation of synthetic unless your car has a conventional engine or you’re looking for a cheaper alternative. 

Toyota of Orlando can help!

Now that you are aware of the differences between the two motor oils, it is time to choose and come in for a change. Fortunately for you, our Toyota of Orlando dealership is always running service specials so no matter what motor oil you end up choosing you can get it at a good price! We are located at 3575 Vineland Road and are open seven days a week. Call us at (407)-298-4500 and schedule your appointment today. Safe travels!