Is synthetic engine oil better than semi-synthetic oil?

Answered by CarsGuide

1 November 2019

Semi-synthetic oil a blend of mineral oil and synthetic oil, it’s kind of a compromise that suits new and older engines, and fully synthetic oil is better for modern engines.

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