Vehicles using G3LE engine list:

Recommended oil for engine G3LE engine.

Oil Specs Comparison

Castrol MAGNATEC Hybrid 0W‑20
SAE 0W‑20	✔
API SP	✔
ILSAC GF‑6	✔

Mobil 1™ Advanced Fuel Economy 0W‑20
SAE 0W‑20	✔
API SP	✔
ILSAC GF‑6	✔

Liqui Moly Special Tec AA 0W‑20
SAE 0W‑20	✔
API SP	✔
ILSAC GF‑6	✔

Oil specification key
✔ – Meets the required specification
❓ – Not explicitly stated (use caution; check your vehicle manual)
❌ – Does not meet required specification. Use may cause engine issues.

Answer generated by AI.

Oil specifications for G3LE engine

SAE 0W-20
ACEA C2
API SN Plus
ILSAC GF-6A
MB 229.52

Most common problems, symptoms & fixes for the G3LE engine.

Engine G3LE, a 1.0 T-GDI turbocharged unit, commonly faces issues like carbon buildup on intake valves due to direct injection, turbocharger wear, and occasional timing chain noise. Diagnosis involves checking for rough idling, loss of power, or turbo lag, and using a diagnostic scanner for error codes. Prevention includes regular use of high-quality fuel, timely oil changes with manufacturer-recommended synthetic oil, and periodic intake system cleaning. Solutions for carbon buildup involve walnut blasting or professional intake cleaning. Turbocharger problems may require inspection and replacement if damaged. Maintaining the cooling system and avoiding prolonged idling helps extend engine life.