. Is City Driving in Pakistan Causing My Hyundai Elantra to Burn More Oil?

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. Is City Driving in Pakistan Causing My Hyundai Elantra to Burn More Oil?

Yes, using low-quality o r incorrect engine oil is one of the biggest reasons for higher oil consumption. Many service stations in Pakistan use bulk oil of uncertain origin o r expired/low-grade products. This leads to:

Faster breakdown of oil at high temperatures

Incomplete protection of engine internals

Increased friction and wear, causing more oil to be burned

Recommended oil for Elantra in Pakistan:

Fully Synthetic

API SN o r SN Plus certified

5W-20 o r 5W-30 viscosity, depending on temperature and driving pattern

Solution:
Avoid unknown oils o r non-branded workshops. Stick to reputable brands like Total Quartz, ZIC, Shell Helix Ultra, o r Mobil 1. Buy sealed packs and change oil every 5,000–6,000 km.

Gari Specialist asked on 04 Jul 2025 17:29:34 pm

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Gari Master - on 04 Jul 2025 17:31:32 pm

Yes, city driving in Pakistan—especially in hot cities like Lahore, Karachi, and Islamabad—can increase oil consumption for the following reasons:

Stop-and-go traffic increases engine load and heat cycles.

Extended idling with AC on causes slow oil circulation and leads to oil burning.

Poor fuel quality common in some local stations adds to carbon buildup and heat in the engine.

Heat and dust accelerate oil degradation and oxidation.

Solution:

Change oil more frequently if you drive mostly in traffic every 5,000 km.

Use high-quality synthetic oil that resists thermal breakdown.

Clean o r replace the air filter regularly.

Avoid over-revving o r aggressive driving in city traffic.