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Shell Helix Ultra
Tried and tested on the track, our world-class team of technicians and scientists continuously develop Shell Helix to ensure it keeps engines in prime condition.
Shell Helix Ultra 5W-40 Formulation
- 5W-40 Fully synthetic motor oil.
- Cleans and protects for maximum performance.
- It is five times as effective at removing sludge than mineral oil
Shell Helix Ultra Suitability
- High performance modern petrol engines
- Fuel-injected models fitted with catalytic converters
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Other products in this range:
Shell Helix Diesel Ultra
| Shell Helix Ultra Features and Benefits | |
| Features | Benefits |
| Special active cleaning agents | Maximum engine clean-up to continuously lock away harmful dirt and deposits (Up to 75% better engine cleansing than Shell Helix Plus) |
| Remarkable long-term oxidation stability, preventing oil degradation | Extended engine protection (Up to 47% more protection than Shell Helix Plus. Up to 37% more protection than other fully synthetic leading brands tested) |
| High shear stability to maintain viscosity (126% more than Shell Helix Plus) | Helps your oil stay on grade to protect your engine from oil thinning |
| Minimises vibration & engine noise | Smoother, quieter drive |
| Low viscosity, rapid oil flow & low friction | Greater fuel efficiency |
| Developed with Ferrari to ensure your engine is clear & protected | Allows engine to work at maximum performance |
| Shell Helix Ultra Specifications | ||
| Viscosity | 0W-40 | 5W-40 |
| API | SM/CF | SH*/CF |
| ACEA | A3/B3/B4 | A3/B3/B4 |
| VW | 502, 505 | 502, 503.1, 505 |
| Mercedes-Benz | 229.5 | 229.5 |
| BMW | LL-01 | LL-01 |
| Ferrari | - | - |
| Porsche | APPROVED | - |
| * Meets engine performance, but not chemical limits of API SM | ||