How Often to Change Synthetic Oil

Most new vehicles we see at our service center in American Fork require full synthetic oil due to the turbocharged parts in the engine. Even though a full synthetic oil change at our dealership near Lehi is more expensive than a conventional oil change, it gives you many more benefits over the long run. Read our guide on how often to change synthetic oil from Ken Garff Chevrolet. We think you’ll find it enlightening.

How Often Do You Change Synthetic Oil in Your Car, Truck, or SUV? 

How often to change synthetic oil depends on what your owner’s manual says. However, in general, synthetic oil lasts between 7,500 and 15,000 miles, depending on the vehicle and oil used. In many new Chevy vehicles, the manufacturer recommends a full synthetic oil change every 7,500 miles. So, how often you change synthetic oil depends on how many miles you drive. If you don’t hit 7,500 miles in a year, we recommend making a service appointment near Pleasant Grove every 12 months regardless of how many miles you’ve driven.

What’s the Difference Between Synthetic and Conventional Oil? 

As we noted, synthetic oil is more expensive than conventional oil. However, how often you change synthetic oil is longer than conventional oil. Regular oil needs to be changed every 3,000 miles. Synthetic oil needs to be changed every 7,500 miles. You make up the price because you need fewer synthetic oil changes versus conventional ones. 

Also, synthetic oil is more refined and lasts longer, which means better performance. There are fewer impurities in full synthetic oil, as well as more anti-oxidizers and cleansers, that keep your turbocharged engine free from sludge for longer intervals. We highly recommend full synthetic oil for your engine. 

Why Choose Synthetic Oil?

While some customers avoid synthetic oil because of the higher cost, there are the main benefits of full synthetic oil:

• Longer Oil Change Interval. How often to change synthetic oil depends on what your owner’s manual says. However, most synthetic oils last two to three times longer than conventional oil.
• Better at Higher Temperatures. Synthetic oil doesn’t become as viscous when the engine heats up, so it can last longer at hotter temperatures. It also performs better at lower temperatures during frigid winters in Eagle Mountain. 
• Better for Performance. Because synthetic oil can stay cleaner for longer, it performs better for turbo engines as well as for off-road vehicles. 

Schedule an Oil Change in American Fork! 

Is your car, truck, or SUV ready for an oil change? Contact us, call (801) 960-3340, or schedule service with our team. We’re happy to help in any way we can! Ask us about our Ken Garff Advantage Care program for your vehicle for top-notch results.