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Q8 Formula Excel 5W-40
Q8 Formula Excel 5W-40 is a 5W-40 engine oil (ACEA A3/B4 · API SN/CF (approval in progress)). According to the manufacturer's data sheet it has a viscosity of 89.2 mm²/s at 40 °C, 14.3 mm²/s at 100 °C and a viscosity index of 168.
Data sheet ↗ Data verified: 3 Nov 2026
Parameters from the data sheet
| Parameter | Value | Class median 5W-40 |
|---|---|---|
| Viscosity 40 °C | 89.2 mm²/s | 86 mm²/s |
| Viscosity 100 °C | 14.3 mm²/s | 14.2 mm²/s |
| Viscosity index | 168 | 172 |
| TBN | not stated | |
| CCS −30 °C | 6200 mPa·s | 6200 mPa·s |
| Pour point | not stated | |
| Flash point | 240 °C | 230 °C |
| Density | 0.853 g/cm³ | 0.853 g/cm³ |
| HTHS 150 °C | 3.5 mPa·sThe manufacturer gives only a limit, "at least 3,5", not a measured value. | 3.9 mPa·s |
| Sulphated ash | not stated |
All 5W-40 oils → See the class table for a detailed comparison with other oils.
Specifications and approvals
- Specification
- ACEA A3/B4 · API SN/CF (approval in progress)
- Approvals and recommendations
- Ford M2C917-A; GM LL-B-025; Iveco 18-1811 S1; MB 229.3; PSA B71 2296; VW 502.00/505.00/505.01; Volvo VCC 95200356; Renault RN0700/RN0710 (in progress)
Similar oils
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- LIQUI MOLY LEICHTLAUF HIGH TECH 5W-40ACEA A3/B4 · API SP
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