Mobil 1™ Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 15W-50 Motor Oil
Mobil 1 Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 15W-50 is a higher-viscosity full synthetic motor oil formulated to support lubrication, wear protection, engine cleanliness, and performance under demanding operating conditions. It combines high-performance synthetic base stocks with a balanced component system designed to help control deposits, sludge, oxidation, and oil breakdown.
The SAE 15W-50 viscosity supports a thicker lubricating oil film in engines designed to use this grade. Mobil 1 15W-50 is suitable for applicable high-performance turbocharged and supercharged gasoline or diesel engines, including multi-valve and fuel-injected designs found in passenger cars, light vans, and trucks.
Mobil 1 15W-50 may be used for street and track applications where SAE 15W-50 and the applicable API category are specified. It meets or exceeds API SP, API SN Plus, and several previous API gasoline-engine oil categories.
Key Features
- Advanced full synthetic SAE 15W-50 motor oil
- Formulated with high-performance synthetic base stocks
- Heavier viscosity supports a thicker lubricating oil film
- Helps prevent deposits and sludge buildup
- Supports engine cleanliness throughout normal service
- Provides lubrication and wear protection
- Provides additional anti-wear protection for severe service
- Supports thermal and oxidation stability
- Maintains viscosity under demanding operating conditions
- Suitable for applicable gasoline and diesel engines
- Suitable for street and track use where SAE 15W-50 is specified
- Meets current API SP requirements
Recommended Applications
Mobil 1 Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 15W-50 is recommended for:
- High-performance gasoline engines
- High-performance diesel engines
- Turbocharged gasoline and diesel engines
- Supercharged gasoline engines
- Multi-valve engines
- Fuel-injected engines
- Passenger cars requiring SAE 15W-50
- Light vans requiring SAE 15W-50
- Light trucks requiring SAE 15W-50
- Engines operating under high-stress conditions
- Applicable street-driven performance vehicles
- Applicable track-driven vehicles
- Applications requiring one of the listed API categories
Mobil 1 15W-50 is not recommended for two-cycle or aviation engines unless specifically approved by the equipment manufacturer.
Specifications and Performance Standards
Meets or Exceeds
- API SP
- API SN Plus
- API SN
- API SM
- API SL
- API SJ
Typical Technical Characteristics
The following values are typical of current production and should not be treated as product specifications.
| Property |
Test Method |
Typical Value |
| SAE viscosity grade |
Not specified |
15W-50 |
| Density at 15.6°C |
ASTM D4052 |
0.87 g/ml |
| Kinematic viscosity at 40°C |
ASTM D445 |
125 mm²/s |
| Kinematic viscosity at 100°C |
ASTM D445 |
18 mm²/s |
| High-temperature/high-shear viscosity at 150°C |
ASTM D4683 |
4.5 mPa·s |
| Viscosity index |
ASTM D2270 |
160 |
| Flash point, Cleveland Open Cup |
ASTM D92 |
232°C |
| Pour point |
ASTM D97 |
-39°C |
| Sulfated ash |
ASTM D874 |
1.21% mass |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mobil 1 Advanced Full Synthetic 15W-50 used for?
Mobil 1 Advanced Full Synthetic 15W-50 is used in applicable high-performance gasoline and diesel engines that require SAE 15W-50. Applications include turbocharged, supercharged, multi-valve, and fuel-injected engines in passenger cars, light vans, and trucks.
Is Mobil 1 15W-50 a racing oil?
Mobil 1 15W-50 is an advanced full synthetic street motor oil that is also suitable for applicable track use. It is not the same product as Mobil 1 Racing 0W-30 or Mobil 1 Racing 0W-50, which are specialized racing formulations and are not intended for general street use with catalytic exhaust systems.
Can Mobil 1 15W-50 be used in diesel engines?
Mobil identifies the product as suitable for applicable high-performance diesel engines, including turbocharged, multi-valve, and fuel-injected designs. Confirm that the engine manufacturer permits SAE 15W-50 and an applicable listed API category.
Is Mobil 1 15W-50 suitable for severe service?
Mobil 1 15W-50 is formulated for demanding operating conditions and extreme engine stress where its heavier viscosity and anti-wear system are appropriate. The engine manufacturer must still permit SAE 15W-50 for the application and operating environment.
How long does Mobil 1 15W-50 provide protection?
Mobil markets Mobil 1 motor oil as providing protection for up to 15,000 miles or one year, whichever comes first. Actual oil-change intervals depend on the vehicle, engine use, track or severe-service operation, warranty requirements, oil level, and the manufacturer’s maintenance instructions.
What Mobil 1 15W-50 package size does Petroleum Service Company offer?
Petroleum Service Company offers Mobil 1 Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 15W-50 in the following package configuration:
- 6/1 Quart Case (SKU: 122377)