Toyota oil is pretty good, actually. Lots of moly and a good additive package for overall protection.
Even though Amsoil produced the lowest wear numbers I'm using ultra platinum since I find that is what my car runs best on, engine is quieter than with amsoil or Mobil and velvety smooth.
In our 2003 1.8T Passat, we use; Pennzoil Platinum Full Synthetic High Mileage 5w-30. Changed every 4000 miles. Because we made the change early, we have not had and engine oil sludge problem. The Passat now has 205k miles.
Pennzoil Ultra Platinum is a crowd favorite and what I've been running in mine.
I’m using Pennzoil Euro 5W40.
Pennzoil Ultra Platinum has been doing well in my UOAs.
I've switched to Pennzoil Platinum Pure Plus. It's cheap, it's easy to find, and it's got those nice lubricating additives that our hot-running FA20 motors and Garrett turbos like.
FA20s show regular positive results with Pennzoil Platinum PurePlus.
I run Pennzoil Platinum in mine (same engine) which is another popular oil. 5w-30 btw.
I use Castrol or Pennzoil most of the time (N/A engine or I'd use Rotella) haven't had any issues with it.
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