We, at European Motor Oils searched for an oil line that possessed extended oil change interval benefits. A very tough oil at a good price. Mobil 1's Extended Performance (EP)Fully Synthetic Motor Oil and Lubricants are an excellent addition to our product line. These oils permit 15,000 mile oil change intervals (guaranteed) which when compared with standard 3,000 mile oil change intervals, means that you will save a lot of time and money. Five oil changes at 3,000 miles compared to one oil change at 15,000 miles. Figure the cost savings for yourself. We supply (below) for your review, the Amsoil Study used earlier for the Formula Shell products and a data sheet for the Mobil 1 extended performance products.
AMSOIL STUDY
Euro Synthetic Oils stocks Mobil 1 Extended Performance oils in viscosities of: 5W-20, 5W-30 & 10W-30 in both 6 quart packs and cases of 12 quarts.
Mobil 1 Extended Performance is a new high-endurance motor oil with 36 percent more anti-wear additives and 37 percent more cleaning agents than current Mobil 1 formulations. Mobil 1 Extended Performance is a fully synthetic formulation that helps extend engine life, reduce oil breakdown and minimize engine wear, all while helping to keep your engine clean. Improvements that add up to exceptional protection for 15,000 miles. Guaranteed.
You've never seen an oil like this before!
MOBIL-1 EXTENDED PERFORMANCE BENEFITS:
-Guaranteed performance and protection for up to 15,000 miles.
-Mobil 1 technology designed for today�s longer service intervals.
-Proprietary formulation with 50 percent more SuperSyn helps keep engines running like new.
-Helps extend engine life by reducing wear and oil breakdown.
-Mobil 1 technology has been field tested over the last 20 years in the most severe driving conditions.
-Suitable for cars, vans and light trucks.
Specifications/Approvals: API SM,SL,SJ,SH (all weights); ACEA 5W-20 A1,B1; 5W-30 & 10W-30 A1,B1,A5,B5 And Yes, the 5w-20, 5w-30 and 10w-30 weight oils are ILSAC GF-4 approved.
FAQS (from Exxon-Mobil website)
What is the difference between Mobil 1 Extended Performance and Mobil 1?
Mobil 1 Extended Performance formulas are designed specifically for today's longer service intervals and are guaranteed to protect for up to 15,000 miles or one year. Mobil 1 Extended Performance has a unique formulation with a boosted level of protection and performance. Mobil 1 Extended Performance, with the Advanced SuperSyn System, contains 50 percent more SuperSyn than Mobil 1. (Updated March 2006)
If Mobil 1 Extended Performance is recommended for 15,000-mile intervals, what�s the maximum limit to which it can be pushed? In other words, if a driver goes an extra 1,000 miles or so, is he going to damage his engine?
Mobil 1 Extended Performance is recommended for up to 15,000-mile or one-year oil change intervals. However, if your vehicle manufacturer recommends an oil change interval beyond 15,000 miles and Mobil 1 meets the performance level specified, you can be assured that Mobil 1 will go the distance.
If I go longer between oil change intervals, do I need to change my oil filter more frequently? Or do I need a special filter?
Continue to change your oil filter when you change your engine oil. Special filters, or more frequent oil filter changes are not required. However, Mobil 1 Extended Performance Oil Filters provide outstanding performance during longer oil change intervals. Mobil 1 Extended Performance Oil Filters are designed to offer excellent efficiency (remove more engine oil impurities) and high capacity (60 percent greater capacity than conventional oil filters), which make them ideal candidates for longer oil change intervals. (Updated March 2006)
Upon what driving conditions are these performance claims based? Normal or severe driving conditions?
These claims relate to all typical consumer driving conditions, excluding those mentioned below. In other words, if you drive under normal conditions and use Mobil 1 Extended Performance in your vehicle, the oil is guaranteed to protect your engine for 15,000 miles. We also recommend that drivers consult their owner�s manual while their vehicle is under warranty, and follow the guidelines set forth there. Additionally, we recommend that if consumers drive routinely in severe conditions that they follow the oil change interval recommended in their owner's manual for severe conditions. We define "severe conditions" as:
1. racing or commercial applications;
2. frequent towing or hauling;
3. extremely dusty or dirty conditions; or
4. excessive idling.
