What Type of Oil is Recommended for the Mazda3 Hatchback?

The Mazda3 Hatchback is a sporty compact car that takes the best specs and features of the popular Mazda3 and adds a roomy rear cargo bay. It comes with two powerful engine options: a SKYACTIV-2.5 powertrain that delivers 191 horsepower, and a SKYACTIV-2.5 turbocharged option that delivers 250 horsepower. Regardless of which engine is under the hood of your Mazda3 Hatchback, the best way to keep it running properly is to get your oil routinely changed. It’s important to know what type of oil to put in your Mazda3 Hatchback, otherwise, the engine will run less efficiently and potentially open you up to danger on the Plano roads. What type of oil is recommended for the Mazda3 Hatchback? If your vehicle has the standard SKYACTIV-2.5 powertrain under the hood, you’ll want to go with Mazda Genuine synthetic oil with a grade of 0W-20. If your vehicle has a turbocharged engine, you’ll want to use Mazda Genuine synthetic oil with a grade of 5W-30. The service team at Town North Mazda has more information on how a Mazda3 Hatchback oil change works in the guide below – check it out!

Conventional vs. Synthetic Oil

You may have noticed above that we emphasized the use of synthetic oil for your Mazda3 Hatchback. There are two types of oil that are used to lubricate internal combustion engines today: conventional (also called regular) and synthetic. Using the wrong type of oil once or twice won’t necessarily damage your vehicle, but it will cause your engine to run at less than peak performance. Using it over a long-term period may lead to overheating and hazards on the road.

Conventional oil is the type of motor oil that has been used ever since the invention of the motor vehicle, mined directly from the ground and distilled from crude oil. It’s the most affordable option, but it’s also inefficient and isn’t seen as often on vehicles today. Synthetic oil is relatively new in the grand scheme of things. It’s also mined from the ground, but it undergoes rigorous chemical refinement and laboratories to make it more efficient and longer-lasting. This means it’s more expensive, but since you don’t have to come in for oil changes as often, the costs tend to even out!

How Often Should You Get Your Oil Changed?

Now that you know the best type of oil to use in your Mazda3 Hatchback, you may be wondering how often you need to come in for oil changes. The oil change is one of the most important services that we perform at Town North Mazda, and it’s essential that you stick to the proper routine so your oil doesn’t wear down and expose your engine to damage. Mazda generally recommends that drivers come in every 5,000 miles to get their oil changed – that equals about 5 months of daily drive time.

Keep Your Mazda3 Hatchback In Top Condition at Town North Mazda!

If you’ve reached one of your routine service milestones and it’s time to come in for a Mazda3 Hatchback oil change, Town North Mazda has got you covered! You can schedule a service appointment right from our website and we’ll get you safely back on the Dallas roads in no time. You can also contact us with any questions, and a member of our team will be happy to help you. If you’re interested in saving on your next appointment, check out our service specials!