Side by Side Comparison of: Pennzoil vs Subaru

Got some of the best oil analysis results of all oil options for Subaru WRX's on some forums online so I've been using it for the last year or so and it seems to be working great.

I bought this based on the recommendation of a YouTuber named FordTechMakuloco. In a video titled 2015 F-150 2.7L Ecoboost Oil Level Check he links to this item in his description and says it's the only oil he recommends for the Ecoboost engines.I have a new 2016 Ford F-150 with the 2.7L that just turned 5,000 and was due for the first oil change. I bought this along with the OEM Motorcraft filter and changed the oil myself, especially given the 15 minute wait requirement for drainback that still provides plenty of horror stories on the Internet about overfills at service garages because the don't wait long enough.I agree with several other reviewers and their results in other vehicles that the oil definitely made a difference in idle noise of my engine. I live in Wisconsin and even in cold starts (unheated garage) it seems to idle smoother until it warms up a bit.Also, the truck takes six quarts and with this package I have exactly the amount I need.Sad part is most local retailers stopped or never carried this product. Will definitely buy again from Amazon.

I don't have scientific evident to prove it but my engine is smoother and slightly more power, and that is my experience after changing to pennzoil.I have been using Mobil 1 for all my cars for the past 10 years after extensive internet research. I was convinced it is the best money can get. One time, I even stock up enough for 3 years when it was on sales.3 months ago, my wife sent her car (2001 odyssey with 130k miles) for state inspection and she got the engine oil changed at the same shop. Boy! I notice the difference immediately. Engine smoother and slightly more power. I checked and they use Pennzoil. I did another extensive internet research and am convinced Pennzoil synthetic is good stuff. I also changed oil in my car (2014 Nissan Altima) with pennzoil. The difference is not as much but it is more quiet than Mobil 1. I am convinced and I am stocking up pennzoil now due to 2016 rebate. I think I have enough for 2 years. Yay.....

I've used Pennzoil Platinum or Pennzoil Ultra in my 3.6L 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee & my wife's 2012 Ford Edge since day one. Both vehicles are now over 80,000 miles and run great. The biggest difference I've noticed between this and oils I've used in the past (in other vehicles) is with cold weather starting. With Pennzoil synthetics both of our vehicles start without hesitation or that dry/clunky noise on winter mornings.

Ok, maybe 'life-blood' is a little bit of an exaggeration. It is true, however, that your engine relies on lubrication so all those metal parts move freely and your investment(vehicle) gets you from A to B. I've been using exclusively Penzoil Platinum 5W-30 on my vehicles for almost 10 years(as long as I've been doing my own oil changes). Before I would just look for coupons to whomever was offering the cheapest 10-minute oil changes and repeat every 3,000 miles. Then my eyes were opened to the miracles of synthetic oil and extended oil change intervals!My vehicles for the last decade or so have all shared the same oil requirement(5W-30) on the oil cap and as stated in the manuals. Yes, there are hypermilers out there who swear by thinner oils for even better fuel economy, but I stick with what the manufacturer recommends - for the most part. I have found the Pennzoil Platinum to be a durable oil that in combination with extended interval oil filters(in my case Mobil1 Extended Performance) can provide adequate protection up to 10,000 miles.My wife's car has almost 200,000 miles on it and has been on this 'diet' since new and runs great! Since I do all the oil changes myself this limits me to around 2 changes a year on her car and once a year on mine(shares the same engine, but different models). Again, the oil is just half the equation. You need a quality filter that is designed for higher intervals. Even the manufacturers have said that every 3,000 miles is unnecessary under normal driving - and that's with cheapo filters and Dino-oil(conventional oil). With a premium filter with double the holding capacity and synthetic oil I don't believe 10,000 miles is unreasonable.Disclaimer: This is purely my opinion and not advice of an automobile professional. I'm just a regular guy who has a decade of experience using this method on multiple vehicles. Perform at your own risk!Finally, I like the 5 quart jug versus the 6 pack of individual quarts. Much less expensive and less plastic to go in our landfills(please recycle where available and dispose of your old oil at a proper facility and not down the storm drain). 5 stars for premium protection at a great price!Jae

Best Synthetic 5W-30 for the Money. Same price as what Walmart here locally in Indiana is selling it for on their shelves. This Oil protects and cleans very well. It is made from Natural Gas and is very, very clean Oil. For the Money, it is the best deal. I use it in my 2011 Hyundai Sonata Turbo 2.0T and change it every 4,800 to 5,000 Miles. It helped improve my gas mileage as well by 1-2 MPG.

this item I use all the timefor my Pontiac G-5,works great,has 104 ,000 miles on my car, so is why I usethis full synthetic oil,, for my car, works great.....:)

It good oil

Usually a pretty good price and works just as good as any of the other major brand synthetics. Unless you're racing or doing something crazy with your car/truck, most major brand synthetics are just fine of everyday use.

Cheaper than 5 1 quart bottles.

good product, I usually use mobile one. I am giving this product a try.

I love this stuff. Its a very good oil with very good uoa results. This resists fuel delution from turbocharged direct injection motors as well as the heat from the turbocharger very well.This also is pretty dam good at resisting the cooking affect that can happen if useing e85 in a direct injection fuel pump. The result of e85 and hot oil film is black sticky goop that fubars the pump.This is a good price .They have 5quart jugs that are a better deal but sadly my 4 banger motor takes 6 quarts so the extra loose quart makes this the better deal.Shipping was fast. I gave 5 stars instead of 4 because it can be had a tad bit cheaper and the price flucuated over time 5-6 bucks.

Imagine my surprise when I looked on the side of the NEW container & realized there was just over four quarts of oil in the listed 5 quart container.Very disappointing.

This review is for Amazon packaging and shipping. The product itself seemed fine however Amazon apparently doesn't know how to ship it so that it doesn't leak. It made a mess on my doorstep and other parts of the house where it dripped. I lost about half a quart of the product. Extremely disappointed. Product itself seems ok but this is also the first time I am using this specific product.

Seem to be getting less MPG compared to Castrol synth blend.

ok

I was using Castrol synthetic before this and I have noticed a reduction in Miles Per Gallon using Pennzoil. I use the trip meter to check how many miles I get every time I fill up the gas tank. When I had Castrol I averaged 280 miles every full tank of gas, with Pennzoil it has went down to 220. This oil will be in the car for 6 months and over this time $$$ at the pump will start to add up and the few dollars I saved buying this oil will be nothing compared to the extra amount I will spend in gas. I'm sure this is good oil just not for my car, going back to Castrol.

Oil was expired

If you're buying this expecting to get the mail-in rebate. Don't bother. They disqualified me because I bought it on Amazon. Complete scam. Will never buy Pennzoil products again. Royal Dutch/Shell owns Pennzoil, so they're on the list as well.

Ordered three bottles of this item. One bottle was busted and leaked oil all over the inside of the box. Will cost me too much to ship it back for a replacement. Very disappointed.

Can only give 1 starsThe old version of the PP 5W30 production date in November 4, 2013Inconsistent with the picture