Oil change interval in a hybrid
A hybrid drives differently, so the oil wears differently too. Find out how often to change the oil in a hybrid car and what to watch out for.
Oil change interval in a hybrid
4 min readChanging the oil in a hybrid looks a little different than in a conventional car. The combustion engine works here in a specific, intermittent cycle, which has a real impact on oil life.
How the engine works in a hybrid
In a hybrid the combustion engine often starts and stops, and in city driving it sometimes runs only briefly. That means many starts and operation at a not always optimal temperature — factors that strain the oil.
Recommended interval
Usually a change every 10,000–15,000 km or once a year applies. With intensive city driving it’s worth sticking to the lower limit. It often uses low-viscosity oils, e.g. 0W20.
- Frequent combustion-engine starts
- Operation at lower temperatures in the city
- Most often 0W20 or 0W16 oils
- A change in line with the manufacturer’s recommendations
We also service hybrid cars — a mobile oil change will take place at your home, with the oil matched to the manufacturer’s specification.
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