Motul 8100 X‑MAX SAE 0W‑40 – 100% Synthetic, Full‑SAPS Performance Oil (1 L)

Description:

Motul 8100 X‑MAX is a top-tier, fully synthetic engine oil formulated with Full‑SAPS (sulfated ash, phosphorus, sulfur) technology for high‑power gasoline and diesel engines—turbocharged or naturally aspirated. It delivers rapid oil flow during cold starts, strong protection, and helps maintain warranty-friendly oil change intervals  .

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Specifications & Approvals:

Viscosity: SAE 0W‑40

Standards: ACEA A3/B4; API SP (backward compatible with SN)  

OEM Approvals include:

Mercedes‑Benz MB‑229.5

VW 502 00 / 505 00

Ford WSS‑M2C937‑A

BMW Longlife‑01 (up to end of 2018 models)  

Meets performance for Porsche A40, Fiat 9.55535‑M2/N2/Z2, Chrysler MS‑12991  

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Features & Benefits:

Rapid cold start protection: Enhances oil flow, accelerator response, and reaches optimal operating temperature quicker  

High HTHS strength: Thick protective film for turbo and high-stress engines  

Full-SAPS formulation: Maintains warranty validity while delivering superior protection  

Outstanding thermal and oxidation durability: Delivers stable viscosity and engine cleanliness  

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Typical Properties:

Density @ 20 °C: ~0.841 g/ml

Viscosity @ 40 °C: ~76.2 mm²/s

Viscosity @ 100 °C: ~13.5 mm²/s

HTHS @ 150 °C: ~3.6 mPa·s

Viscosity Index: ~184

Pour Point: –45 °C

Flash Point: ~228 °C

Sulfated Ash: ~1.10%; TBN: ~10.1 mg KOH/g  

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Applications & Compatibility:

Designed for modern gasoline and diesel engines in European, Asian, and North American vehicles (e.g., BMW, Mercedes, Porsche, VW, Ford RS models)  

Recommended for powerful cars still under warranty

Compatible with gasoline, diesel, LPG, CNG, and biofuels

Catalytic converter-friendly

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Community Feedback:

Endorsed on forums like BobIsTheOilGuy; some users compare it favorably against premium alternatives  

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Why Choose X‑MAX 0W‑40?

Delivers fast start-up lubrication and stable protection under severe conditions

Meets critical OEM approvals and warranty requirements

Offers robust protection through fuel-efficient full‑SAPS formulation

Ideal for performance, luxury, and turbocharged vehicles