Mobil Super™ 2000 X1 10W-40 — Premium Semi-Synthetic Motor Oil
Mobil Super™ 2000 X1 10W-40 — Premium Semi-Synthetic Motor Oil
ExxonMobil · Mobil Super™ 2000 · Authorised Distributor — South Africa
Mobil Super™ 2000 X1 10W-40 is a premium semi-synthetic engine oil engineered to deliver an excellent level of protection for a wide range of petrol and diesel passenger vehicles — with particular strength in older engine technologies, high-mileage vehicles and stop-and-go city driving conditions. Formulated to provide protection well beyond conventional mineral oils, it delivers effective sludge prevention, robust wear protection and good engine cleanliness across a wide temperature range. With VW, Mercedes-Benz and ACEA A3/B3 approval, it is a trusted workhorse oil for workshops servicing older European vehicles, fleet operators managing high-mileage assets, and everyday drivers who demand genuine Mobil quality at a semi-synthetic price point. Available from Orbit Industrial — authorised Mobil distributor for South Africa.
At a Glance
10W-40
SAE Grade
A3/B3
ACEA Rating
234°C
Flash Point
-33°C
Pour Point
150
Viscosity Index
Semi-Syn
Formulation
Key Features & Benefits
Effective Sludge Prevention
Advanced detergency and dispersancy additives actively prevent sludge formation — critical for vehicles used in stop-and-go city driving and frequent short trips where engines rarely fully warm up, accelerating sludge build-up in conventional mineral oils.
Robust Wear Protection
Semi-synthetic base stocks provide a stable, durable oil film across the full operating temperature range — delivering wear protection that significantly outperforms conventional mineral oils, particularly at high temperatures and under sustained engine loads.
Good Engine Cleanliness
Maintains clean pistons, valve trains and oil passages throughout the service interval — helping to extend engine life and maintain performance in older engines where deposit control is essential to preserving compression and managing oil consumption.
High-Temperature Protection
Flash Point of 234°C and Viscosity Index of 150 ensure the oil maintains adequate film thickness at elevated operating temperatures — protecting engines under highway cruising, towing and sustained high-load conditions where mineral oils thin excessively.
Wide Temperature Range
Suitable across a wide range of ambient temperatures — Pour Point of -33°C ensures adequate cold-start fluidity in South African winter conditions, while the high-temperature viscosity retention protects engines through summer heat and demanding operating environments.
Beyond Conventional Oil
Mobil Super 2000 is formulated to deliver confidence of protection beyond conventional mineral oils — the correct step-up for older vehicles or high-mileage engines currently running mineral oil, without the cost of a full synthetic upgrade.
Recommended Applications
Older Engine Technologies
Specifically recommended for older petrol and diesel engine technologies where 10W-40 semi-synthetic is the correct specification — delivering meaningful protection improvement over conventional mineral oils at an accessible price point.
High-Mileage Vehicles
Passenger cars, SUVs, light commercial vehicles and vans with higher mileage where sludge prevention, engine cleanliness and wear protection are critical to maintaining engine health and extending vehicle service life.
City & Stop-Start Driving
Formulated for city driving conditions where frequent cold starts, short trips and stop-and-go traffic accelerate engine wear and sludge formation. Effective sludge prevention is the key benefit for urban fleet and taxi operators.
Light Commercial Vehicles
Vans, bakkies and light commercial vehicles in normal to occasionally severe operating conditions where a proven, cost-effective semi-synthetic covering key VW and MB specifications is required across a mixed fleet.
Workshop General Stock
An ideal workshop general-stock oil for servicing older European vehicles requiring VW 501 01 / 505 00 or MB 229.1 specification — covering a broad range of older Volkswagen, Audi, Mercedes-Benz and other European passenger vehicles.
Not Suitable For
Engines fitted with Diesel Particulate Filters (DPF). Not for 2-cycle or aviation engines. For modern engines requiring full synthetic performance, see the Mobil Super™ 3000 X1 5W-40 or Mobil 1™ ESP X2 0W-20 above.
OEM Approvals & Industry Specifications
Formal OEM Approvals
Recommended For / Meets or Exceeds
ACEA
A3/B3-16
API
CF · SN · SN PLUS · SP · SQ
Technical Properties
| Property | Test Method | Value |
|---|---|---|
| SAE Grade | — | 10W-40 |
| Kinematic Viscosity @ 100°C | ASTM D445 | 14.7 mm²/s |
| Kinematic Viscosity @ 40°C | ASTM D445 | 102 mm²/s |
| Viscosity Index | ASTM D2270 | 150 |
| Flash Point (Cleveland Open Cup) | ASTM D92 | 234°C |
| Pour Point | ASTM D97 | -33°C |
| Density @ 15.6°C | ASTM D4052 | 0.865 g/ml |
Source: ExxonMobil Product Data Sheet, November 2025. Typical properties — not guaranteed specifications.
Where the Mobil Super™ 2000 Fits in the Range
The Mobil Super™ 2000 X1 10W-40 is the semi-synthetic entry point into the Mobil passenger vehicle range — the right choice for older engines, high-mileage vehicles and cost-sensitive applications. For modern engines requiring full synthetic performance, step up to the Mobil Super™ 3000 X1 5W-40 →. For DPF-equipped vehicles requiring Low SAPS 0W-20, use the Mobil 1™ ESP X2 0W-20 →.
Technical Documentation
Mobil Super™ 2000 X1 10W-40 — Technical Datasheet
Click to download · ExxonMobil · November 2025
For Safety Data Sheet (SDS) / MSDS documentation, visit msds.exxonmobil.com →
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