Overview
MOTUL 6100 SYN-NERGY SPEC 5W-40 is an advanced synthetic Technosynthese® lubricant for High Performance and High Protection, recommended for most European OEMs including Mercedes, VAG (Volkswagen, Audi, Škoda, SEAT, Cupra), BMW, Chrysler, Ford, Fiat, Porsche, Stellantis (Peugeot, Citroën, DS) and Renault. It is specifically designed for powerful and recent-generation gasoline and diesel passenger car engines, naturally aspirated or turbocharged, with indirect or direct injection, and is suitable for all fuel types including leaded/unleaded gasoline, Ethanol, LPG, Diesel and biofuels. Compatible with catalytic converters.
Compatibility
Compatibility information not available.
Key Features
- ACEA B4-level detergent/dispersant power and viscosity-increase resistance against soot from Direct Injection Diesel engines
- VW 501 00 / 505 00-level detergent/dispersant power, high oil film resistance, viscosity-increase resistance for many VAG gasoline and some diesel engines
- API SN performance — fully backward compatible with API SM and all former API standards; outstanding oxidation resistance, better anti-deposit protection and engine cleanliness, anti-wear protection, enhanced cold-temperature performance for fuel economy
- Meets BMW LL-01 performance for BMW/MINI/Rolls-Royce vehicles up to model year 2019 only (2019-onward BMW/MINI/Rolls-Royce vehicles requiring BMW LL-01 need a different Motul product)
- Meets Chrysler MS 12991 / MS 10725 / MS 10896 performance levels for Chrysler/Dodge/Dodge RAM/Jeep vehicles
- Meets Fiat 9.55535-H2/M2/N2/Z2 performance for Fiat/Alfa Romeo/Lancia gasoline and diesel engines (pre-July 2007)
- Meets Mercedes MB 229.5 (extended drain interval, ACEA B4 detergent power, 1.7% fuel economy improvement vs a 15W-40 reference oil) for Mercedes gasoline (incl. AMG, except SLR) and diesel-without-DPF engines
- Meets PSA B71 2296 — high thermal stability, resistance to black sludge/viscosity increase from soot
- Meets Porsche A40 — extreme high shear resistance (all Porsche engines except Cayenne V6/Diesel, which require Porsche C30 lubricant instead)
- Meets Renault RN0700 (naturally aspirated gasoline except Renault Sport; 1.5L dCi diesel without DPF, under 100hp) and RN0710 (turbocharged gasoline, Renault Sport, diesel without DPF)
Applications
- Powerful, recent-generation gasoline and diesel passenger car engines — naturally aspirated or turbocharged, indirect or direct injection
- Multi-OEM European fleet compatibility: Mercedes, VAG (Volkswagen, Audi, Škoda, SEAT, Cupra), BMW (pre-2019), Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep, Fiat/Alfa Romeo/Lancia (pre-July 2007), Porsche, Stellantis (Peugeot, Citroën, DS), Renault
- Vehicles running leaded/unleaded gasoline, Ethanol, LPG, Diesel and biofuels
- Vehicles fitted with catalytic converters
Specifications
| API Specification | API SN |
| ACEA Specification | ACEA A3/B4 |
| OEM Approvals | BMW LL-01 (models up to 2019 only), Chrysler MS 10725 / MS 10896 / MS 12991, Fiat 9.55535-H2 / 9.55535-M2 / 9.55535-N2 / 9.55535-Z2, Mercedes-Benz MB 229.5, Porsche A40, Renault RN0700 / RN0710, VW 502 00 / 505 00, PSA Groupe B71 2296 |
| Viscosity | SAE J300 5W-40 |
| Viscosity Index | 169.0 (ASTM D2270) |
| HTHS Viscosity | 3.7 mPa·s @150°C (ASTM D4741) |
| Kinematic Viscosity | 86.2 mm²/s @40°C; 14.5 mm²/s @100°C (ASTM D445) |
| Density | 0.854 @20°C (ASTM D1298) |
| Pour Point | -34.0°C / -29.0°F (ASTM D97) |
| Flash Point | 229.0°C / 444.0°F (ASTM D92) |
| TBN | 10.1 mg KOH/g (ASTM D2896) |
| Sulfated Ash | 1.10% weight (ASTM D874) |
| Base Oil | Technosynthese® (synthetic-technology blend) |
| Pack Size | 4X5L |
| Size | 5L |
Directions for Use
Drain interval: refer to the vehicle manufacturer's recommendations, tuned to your own use. Can be mixed with other synthetic or mineral oils. Always refer to the owner's manual/handbook of the vehicle before use. Dispose of used oil responsibly at an authorised collection point.
Installation and usage guidance is general reference only. Manufacturer instructions take precedence. Visitors uncertain about installation or use should seek professional advice.
FAQ
What OEM approvals does Motul 6100 Syn-nergy Spec 5W-40 carry?
ACEA A3/B4, API SN, plus BMW LL-01 (pre-2019 models only), Chrysler MS 10725/MS 10896/MS 12991, Fiat 9.55535-H2/M2/N2/Z2, Mercedes MB 229.5, Porsche A40, Renault RN0700/RN0710, VW 502 00/505 00, and PSA B71 2296.
Is it suitable for BMW models made after 2019?
No. The official TDS states BMW LL-01 coverage applies only up to model year 2019 — later BMW, MINI, and Rolls-Royce models requiring BMW LL-01 need a different Motul product.
Can it be mixed with other engine oils?
Yes, it can be mixed with other synthetic or mineral oils.