Shell Helix Ultra 5W-40
Shell Helix Ultra 5W-40 is a premium fully synthetic motor oil developed to provide exceptional engine protection and performance across a wide range of driving conditions. The oil is formulated using specially selected synthetic base oils combined with Shell’s ultimate active cleansing technology. This advanced formulation helps maintain engine cleanliness, reduce wear and deliver reliable lubrication performance throughout the entire oil drain interval.
One of the key advantages of Shell Helix Ultra 5W-40 is its superior engine cleaning capability. During engine operation, combustion by-products and degraded oil can form sludge and deposits that reduce engine efficiency and performance. Shell’s ultimate active cleansing technology actively helps prevent deposit formation while removing sludge left behind by inferior oils. By maintaining clean internal engine components, the oil helps engines operate more efficiently and maintain optimal performance over time.
The oil also provides outstanding wear and corrosion protection. Engine components such as pistons, bearings and camshafts operate under high loads and temperatures, making reliable lubrication essential. Shell Helix Ultra 5W-40 forms a durable lubricating film that protects metal surfaces from wear while helping neutralise corrosive combustion acids that may form during engine operation. This protection helps extend engine life and ensures dependable performance even under demanding driving conditions.
Another important feature of the oil is its resistance to oil degradation. High engine temperatures and prolonged operation can cause conventional oils to break down, reducing their protective capabilities. Shell Helix Ultra 5W-40 is formulated to resist oxidation and maintain its protective properties throughout the oil change interval. This stability allows the oil to provide consistent lubrication and engine protection even during extended service intervals recommended by vehicle manufacturers.
Shell Helix Ultra 5W-40 also delivers excellent performance across a wide temperature range. Its low-temperature properties allow the oil to flow quickly during cold engine starts, enabling rapid lubrication of critical engine components and reducing wear during start-up. At the same time, the oil maintains strong viscosity stability at high temperatures, ensuring reliable protection when engines operate under heavy loads or high-performance conditions.
The oil’s low-evaporation formulation helps reduce oil consumption, meaning less frequent top-ups may be required between oil changes. It also helps minimise oil volatility and maintain consistent lubrication performance during extended driving periods.
Shell Helix Ultra 5W-40 is suitable for modern gasoline engines, diesel engines without particulate filters and gas engines. It is also compatible with biodiesel and gasoline/ethanol fuel blends. The oil meets major industry standards including API SN PLUS, API SN and ACEA A3/B3 and A3/B4. It also carries numerous manufacturer approvals including BMW Longlife-01, Mercedes-Benz MB-Approval 229.5 and 226.5, Volkswagen VW 502.00 and 505.00, Porsche A40 and Renault RN0700 and RN0710.
Physical characteristics include a kinematic viscosity of approximately 75.7 mm²/s at 40°C and 12.8 mm²/s at 100°C with a viscosity index of around 170. The oil has a density of approximately 843 kg/m³ at 15°C, a flash point of around 235°C and a pour point of approximately –36°C. These properties support reliable lubrication performance across a wide range of operating temperatures and driving conditions.
