Oil Finder — What Oil Does My Car Need?

Not sure which oil is right for your car? You're in the right place. Choosing the wrong engine oil is the number one worry when servicing a vehicle — and it can affect performance, fuel economy and even your warranty. This guide (and our Oil Finder tool) makes it simple.

Find your oil in 30 seconds

Option 1 — Search by rego or vehicle
Use the Oil Finder at the top of the page: enter your registration (rego) or select your make, model and year. We'll show you the oils that meet your manufacturer's specification.
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Option 2 — Check your handbook
Your owner's manual lists the exact viscosity grade (e.g. 5W-30) and any required approval (e.g. dexos, ACEA C3, VW 504.00). Match those and you're set.

Option 3 — Ask us
Send your rego or VIN to [Support email: ___] and we'll confirm the correct product for you.

What you need to know before choosing

To pick the right oil, you're matching three things to your engine:

1. Viscosity grade (e.g. 0W-20, 5W-30, 15W-50)

This is the oil's "thickness" when cold and hot. Modern engines are built for a specific grade — using a thicker or thinner oil than specified can hurt economy and protection. Learn more in Oil Grades Explained.

2. Specification & approval

Beyond the grade, engines often need a specific standard:

API (American Petroleum Institute) — e.g. API SP for petrol.
ACEA (European) — e.g. A/B for petrol/diesel, C1/C2/C3 for low-emission engines with DPFs/catalysts.
OEM approvals — carmaker-specific, e.g. GM dexos, VW 504.00/507.00, Mercedes-Benz MB 229.x.

Using an oil without the required low-ash (C-grade) spec in a modern diesel can clog the DPF (diesel particulate filter) — an expensive mistake.

3. Engine type & age

Petrol, diesel, turbo, high-kilometre or performance/modified engines can all have different needs. Older or high-mileage engines sometimes suit a slightly heavier grade.

Popular Australian vehicles — a quick starting point

⚠️ Always confirm against your own handbook or our Oil Finder — specs vary by year, engine and variant. This is a general guide only.

Toyota Hilux (diesel) — typically a low-SAPS 5W-30 meeting the required diesel spec.
Ford Ranger (diesel) — often 5W-30 to a specific ACEA/Ford approval.
Holden/GM (petrol) — many require dexos-approved oils.
VW/Audi/Skoda — usually need a VW-approved oil (504.00/507.00).
Small modern petrol cars — increasingly 0W-20 for fuel economy.
Older/high-km engines or 4WDs — may specify 10W-40 or heavier.

Oil for the Australian climate

Australia's heat matters. The second number in a grade (the "30" in 5W-30) relates to protection at operating temperature — important in our hot conditions and for towing, 4WDing or performance driving. The W number (the "5W") is cold-start flow; still relevant in cooler southern winters and alpine areas. Stick to your manufacturer's grade — it already accounts for a wide temperature range.

Don't forget the filter (and fluids)

A proper service usually means a new oil filter and often a sump plug washer. Look for our service kit combos to grab everything in one go. We can also help with other maintenance fluids [as range expands — ___].

Still not sure?

Getting it right the first time saves money and protects your engine. Contact our team with your vehicle details and we'll confirm the exact product — no guesswork.