5W-40 synthetic engine oil for modern petrol and diesel cars with a broad A3/B4 profile and strong everyday reserve.
5W-40 DBV Synthetic Engine Oil, latest generation, is a versatile high-performance oil for modern passenger cars with petrol or diesel engines. It is aimed at drivers looking for a widely applicable 5W-40 with a classic A3/B4 profile, valuing good cold-start properties, stable reserve, and solid manufacturer coverage.
The oil is particularly suitable for vehicles with and without turbochargers where no specific DPF or low-SAPS requirement is the priority. In mixed passenger car fleets, a quality 5W-40 of this type remains highly relevant.
This makes the product a robust all-round solution for workshops and drivers who need a modern but not overly specialized 5W-40.
Suitable for petrol and diesel engines with and without turbo where ACEA A3/B4, API SN, and approvals such as MB 229.3, VW 502.00/505.00, Renault RN 0700/0710, or Porsche A40 are required.
Which vehicles is this 5W-40 intended for?
For many modern petrol and diesel vehicles without special low-SAPS requirements, provided the approvals match.
Is the oil suitable for turbo engines?
Yes, the product is explicitly designed for that.
Why does 5W-40 remain so popular?
Because it combines cold-start performance, temperature reserve, and broad everyday usability very well.
| Property | Method | Unit | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Density at 15 °C | ASTM D-7042 | g/ml | 0.85 |
| Kinematic viscosity KV 40 | ASTM D-7042 | mm²/s | 86.0 |
| Kinematic viscosity KV 100 | ASTM D-7042 | mm²/s | 14.2 |
| Viscosity index | ASTM D-7042 | - | 174 |
| Flash point | ASTM D-92/DIN EN ISO 2592 | °C | 236 |
| Pour point | ASTM D-97/DIN EN ISO 3016 | °C | -36 |
| CCS | ASTM D-5293 | cP @ °C | 6100 @ -30 |
| Total base number | DIN 51639-1 | mgKOH/g | 10.1 |
| Acid number | - | mgKOH/g | < 1 |
| HTHS | ASTM D4683 | mPas | 4.0 |
Store containers of any kind under cover where possible. If stored outdoors without shelter, keep containers lying down to prevent water ingress and preserve label readability. Do not store above 60 °C. Protect from direct sunlight and frost.
