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Getting more miles out of every gallon of fuel isn’t just about bragging rights at the pump. It’s about cutting down the cost of fuel, saving money on long commutes, and making the most out of your vehicle.
Whether you’re planning a road trip or wondering how much fuel you’ll use this year, our fuel economy calculator helps you estimate fuel expenses and how much you can save simply by using AMSOIL Synthetic SN PLUS.
Reduce friction. Improve cooling. Boost cold weather starts. And all the while, recoup the investment and more with fewer repairs, longer maintenance intervals, and – the kicker – better fuel economy.
Reducing Viscosity Increases Fuel Economy
Your engine’s motor oil is doing more than you think. The correct motor oil helps minimize internal friction, and lower-viscosity synthetic oils are shown to improve your vehicle’s fuel efficiency. It’s not an old wives’ tale – it’s fact. Lower viscosity means the oil flows faster and doesn’t bog down the engine as much, especially in city driving or cold starts.
With the right oil, your vehicle needs less fuel to generate the same power. That means less fuel consumed over time, better performance, and lower overall costs. And who couldn’t use a few extra bucks in their back pocket?
OEM Lookup for lowest recommended viscosity for your engine.
Fuel Consumption Calculator
Want to see the numbers? Our Fuel Economy Calculator is built to give you quick estimates of your potential fuel consumption savings by making the switch to Synthetic SN PLUS motor oils. Just input your basic data like driving distance, fuel price, and your vehicle’s average MPG (or liters per 100 km if you prefer Canadian).
It really is that simple. If you’ve been sticking with the bare minimum conventional oil for your engine, it might save a few bucks now, sure.
But for most driver’s, it doesn’t even take a year to make up the difference in fuel savings alone – and that doesn’t take long-term engine health into account at all. You’ll see what we mean… just go on and give it a try.
Fuel Economy Calculator
Could switching oil really save you money?
Baseline Consumption settings
Why does this calculator default to 1.7% ?
- Units – Prefer litres or US Gallons? Pick your preference in the dropdown.
- Your current fuel economy – What does your trip computer tell you, or what have you recently calculated?
- Distance – Want results over a single drive, a full tank, or a year? Enter the distance you’d like to figure on.
- Price – We’ll base the result on your price at the pump – plunk it in here.
- Fuel economy improvement – This slider bar defaults to 1.7%, but you can adjust it based on your findings or expectations.
A 1.7% improvement in fuel economy might seem minor — until you see the savings add up over thousands of miles with AMSOIL®.
When setting up our fuel savings calculator, we chose a conservative starting point of 1.7% improvement in fuel economy. This baseline reflects a realistic, measurable gain that customers can expect with AMSOIL motor oils.
That said, many customer reviews report much higher results, sometimes as much as a 15% increase in fuel economy, depending on the vehicle and product used, from our OE Series up to the Signature Series. And when the entire drivetrain; engine, transmission, and differential is protected with AMSOIL, these higher numbers are not unreasonable.
Fuel Consumption Results
- Expected fuel economy is displayed
- The volume of fuel saved is shown
- And the most important thing – the expected dollar savings – is calculated.
Drive Farther. Spend Less.
Using the calculator is only step one. If you want to spend less on the cost of fuel over time, there are some habits and choices that make a big impact:
- Use the lowest viscosity oil that’s suggested for your engine
- Switch to AMSOIL Full Synthetic SN PLUS
- Run AMSOIL PI Performance Improver to clean out harmful fuel system deposits
Why give Petro Canada or Esso a bigger chunk of your paycheck than you need to? Some routine maintenance makes your gas money go farther, and that’s a fact.
Synthetics and Their Advantage in Reducing Motor Oil Viscosity
Synthetic oils are engineered for precision. They maintain their viscosity better across a range of temperatures and driving conditions.
Think of the molecules in oil like marbles – yes, the little glass spheres from your childhood. When you have conventional oil, those molecules are like having a mix of small, medium, and large marbles together, and try rolling a flat surface on them.
Doesn’t go so smooth, does it?
But with synthetic oil, the molecules (or marbles) are all consistent sizes, more evenly distributing the force. Now things glide much easier overtop, reducing friction and providing a better barrier.
Whether you’re running errands with the AC on full blast or hitting the highway with a full gas tank, synthetics reduce drag in your engine. Less drag equals less fuel burned.
And because synthetics resist breakdown better than conventional oils, they last longer, too. That means more consistent fuel economy between oil changes.
Synthetics Offer Better Cold-Flow Ability
In colder climates or during early morning starts, thicker oils take longer to circulate through your engine. Wasted fuel, inefficient combustion, and more internal resistance are all common.
Synthetic motor oils maintain better cold-flow properties, which helps your engine warm up faster and perform better from the start. The result? Less gas consumption and better mileage, even in chilly conditions.
Fuel Economy Is Never Static... It’s Dynamic
Your fuel economy isn’t set in stone. It changes based on how you drive, what you carry, and even the weather. Here are the key factors that influence your gas mileage:
Driver Behavior
Speeding, harsh braking, rapid acceleration, and constant use of air conditioning all burn more gas. Adopting smoother driving habits can dramatically improve your vehicle’s fuel efficiency.
Vehicle Load
Heavy loads mean your engine has to work harder, especially when climbing hills or during city driving. Reduce weight to use less fuel.
Tire Conditions
Under-inflated tires or uneven tread can hurt rolling resistance. This increases the amount of fuel needed to maintain speed.
Ambient Temperature and Weather Conditions
Cold starts and windy conditions both impact efficiency for the worse. Your vehicle may use more fuel simply warming up or fighting a headwind.
Geographical Terrain
Hilly terrain or frequent elevation changes increase the energy (and fuel) needed to maintain speed.
Vehicle Maintenance
Dirty air filters, old spark plugs, and neglected oil changes will increase fuel consumption baseline. Regular maintenance helps preserve the best gas mileage possible.
Establishing a Baseline for Fuel Consumption
Use your current odometer reading, track how much gas you use per trip, and keep an eye on the trip calculator. This will give you a realistic baseline to measure future improvements.
Whether you’re planning a road trip, budgeting for commuting expenses, or comparing a compact car to an SUV, the Synthetic Lubricants Fuel Cost Calculator gives you real answers for simply using AMSOIL Synthetic SN PLUS <blog post> OE (original equipment) motor oil.
A 1.7% improvement in fuel economy might not sound like much — but it’s just the beginning when you choose AMSOIL® and commit to lower fuel consumption over the long haul.
Resources
Looking to understand how fuel economy works or what your car’s rating is?
Check out the 2025 Fuel Consumption Guide on Canada’s Natural Resources website for EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings and fuel-efficient cars lists, as well as the US Department of Energy’s site, www.fueleconomy.gov.
Many resources include information on public transportation alternatives, gas stations offering lower prices, and tips for improving fuel economy.