Shell Helix HX5 15W-40 Mineral Engine Oil 5L

Shell Helix HX5 15W-40 Mineral Engine Oil 5L is a mineral 15W-40 engine oil from Shell, supplied in a 5L pack. It meets ACEA A3/B3, API CF, API SN.

Shell Helix HX5 is a mineral engine oil with Active Cleansing Technology, designed for older engines and vehicles that do not need a synthetic grade.

Specifications at a glance

Suitable for

Always confirm the grade against your owner's handbook or service schedule before use, as requirements vary between engines of the same model.

Key benefits

• Mineral formulation suited to older engines and vehicles that do not call for a synthetic grade.
• ACEA A3/B3: a full-SAPS specification for petrol and diesel engines with normal or extended drain intervals.
• API CF: an API category covering diesel engines in passenger cars and light vans.
• API SN: a modern API petrol engine category that offers strong deposit control and protection for emissions systems.

Frequently asked questions

Is Shell Helix HX5 15W-40 right for my car?

Look in your handbook or on the oil filler cap for the specification codes listed above, such as ACEA A3/B3. If your vehicle lists one of them, this oil meets the requirement. If you are unsure, send us your registration number and we will confirm the correct grade.

What does 15W-40 mean?

The first number (15W) describes how easily the oil flows when cold, so a lower number means easier cold starts. The second number describes the oil's thickness at normal running temperature. Always use the grade your manufacturer specifies.

How much oil will I need?

Most petrol and diesel cars take between 4 and 6 litres for a full oil change, so a 5L pack covers a typical service with some left for top-ups. Check your handbook for the exact capacity including the filter.

Supplied sealed in the manufacturer's original packaging and dispatched from the UK by Nitroma Lubricants.