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Chappy
ChappyVIC2 posts
  5W-30

Turn up really quick all in great condition and communication was awesome Definitely buy here again

Lazza
LazzaNSW10 posts
  5W-30

THE PERFECT MATCH FOR MY BARRA FALCON – I've been using Nulon 5W-30 Full Synthetic Long Life oil in my naturally aspirated FG Falcon XR6 since I bought it in 2015. It's the perfect match as the engine runs like the proverbial Swiss watch, so quiet, smooth and clean. Hardly any oil is burnt in 10,000 km, which indicates that it's keeping engine wear and tear at bay. I see where it has… Read more

recently been replaced by Nulon Apex+ 5W-30, which basically seems an upgraded version of the old oil. I now use this oil with the same great results. It's also nice to know that it's made here by an Australian company.

My advice is to buy it when it's on special as it can be significantly discounted, and put it away for the time when an oil change is due. This is particularly true for the 6-litre container.

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Paul T.
Paul T.
  5W-30

The Best for my HIGH mileage Ve commodore 3.6L – Engine is around 315,000 and rounds nicely. No noises, rattles nothing. Oil stays clean for a long time. When I used Penrite Enviro+ GF-5 5W-30 Engine Oil (I think it was, not 100%) the engine would rattle on start up and sound tappety. The ride wasn`t as nice either. So for me, I will only run Nulon Full Synthetic 5W-30 in my high mileage VE commodore 3.6 ltr. Its on gas too, runs well on both gas and fuel with the nulon oil. Show details

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Marin K.
Marin K.VIC2 posts
  5W-30

2015 Holden Redline, Nulon 5w/30 with the Dexos1 Gen 3 Licensed label on the bottle – Just noticed that my engine is running a lot smoother and around 8.9 liters per 100KM Average fuel, better than Penrite's Envio 5w30 which i was using, till this oil was licensed as DEXOS 1 gen 3 oil. People the most important issue is this, that the new ISLAC 6A oil spec which is that all full synthetic oils must achieve this new international… Read more

oil spec, but also there's a NEW Dexos 1 gen 3 oil spec which is a little higher spec oil than the new ISLAC 6A oil requirements, which came into effect in late 2021, but due to covid, its now in effect look up Dexos 1 gen 3 approved oils and check your car manual for the right oil to use and stick to that, but there's no harm in using a better spec oil in the sense of the DEXOS 1 gen 1, 2 , new 3 oil for 5w/30 weight oil, most online reviews are the 5w30 nulon oil, but nothing is mentioned for the dexos1 gen 3 spec or ISLAC 6A spec, its more to do with the new smaller turbo engines and stop starting issues. Also new GF 7 oils are coming in 2025 Check out this link https://360.lubrizol.com/Specifications/GM/GM-dexos1

Tony O
Tony OQLD4 posts
  5W-30

Only use Nulon for my Honda CR-V 2.4 I-VTEX – I have been using Nulon with Dexos for several years in my 2002 Honda CR-V Every 10,000 ks. Now up to 230,000 ks and still runs like new. Make sure you get the 'Dexos' as it's recommended by Honda. Show details

josh
joshNSW36 posts
  5W-30

Over rated oil – Dropped oil pressure immediately and ran hotter, the company has gone backward since being sold Show details

Des O'Neill
Des O'NeillQLD3 posts
  5W-30

I am giving it a try – I have a 2007 BMW X3 3.0d with 150,000k on the clock. This car also has a DPF filter. I thought I would give Nulon a try. It was also on sale at Supercheap. The Mann oil filter and oil has been replaced every 10,000k since I have owned my X3. (100,000K over 5 years ago). I have to be careful to cloose an oil which is suitable for DPF filters. I will see how it goes in my X3 and report in the future.

Mr L
Mr LQLD30 posts
  5W-30

Oil that pays for itself – Nulon long life burns less oil, gives greater fuel economy and leaves the internals cleaner on my 2003 Corolla than most oils I have used. You really wouldn't guess the mileage it has... This oil certainly saves more money than it initially costs over the service life, so ends up being cheaper overall than budget oils. Many oil reviews seem to be… Read more

based on false impressions or make unbelievable claims, but I have nearly 30 years experience as a family mechanic and know my vehicles inside out. Literally. I still recommend changing oil well before the maximum service interval. This is a maximum, not a suggestion, which the oil packaging may seem to imply.

Doug Mellows
Doug MellowsNSW4 posts
  5W-30

Best full synthetic for the money – Use it in a 3.6 VF Commodore. Changed every 10000km. As I will give the a flogging on the track it can be as low as 6000 change. The oil holds up just fine as a good full synthetic should. I buy it in 20ltr volumes at a time (as per price below) but will be looking at 200litre purchases in future Show details

Ricardo Escobar
Ricardo EscobarQLD11 posts
  5W-30

I can't try anything else but nulon – I spend 14 years driving a Holden Commodore VT and I sold it with 327K on the clock, never burn or leak a drop of oil, have a high compression reading by the time of selling it for his ages. Since that time I only use Nulon 5W-30 on my VE Berlina and now on VE Calais V serie ll. yes is a bit priced but doing the service every 7.5K km., I believed… Read more

in the benefit of long engine life. I'm happy with Nulon performance since 1998 up to day on my cars. cheers

Steve
Steve122 posts
  5W-30

Good Synthetic oil but pricey – I've used Nulon 5W-30 sparingly when I could afford them, they are a bit pricey (for the 5W-30 that is recommended for my vehicle) and there are just as good a synthetic oils out there for a much cheaper price, they are not on special that often, so shop around! I prefer either the Penrite 5W-30 (which is also expensive for the 5W-30) or the Gulf… Read more

Western 5W-30 which is also an Australian synthetic oil just like Nulon and Penrite are which is also the cheapest of the 5W-30 synthetic oil that is recommended for my e-HDi Citroen C4 turbo diesel As the Nulon and the Penrite can be very expensive most of the time for a 5 litre bottle. Either way, all these synthetic oils are excellent oils and you should never ever use anything else on modern vehicles especially turbo vehicles either petrol but especially turbo diesels! Btw, I change my oil and filter every 10,000 kms also.

Troy
Troy
  5W-30

Works well. Reline oil is far better but 3 times the price – Love the oil price. Wish it came in a few other grades for same price No problems with it. On a toytota aristo 2JZ GE With 160k on it. Smoothe as silk and cant tell if its even running Castrol synthetic not as good. Twice the price. But redline synthetic is far better still. But cost a lot more. Love the flashlight promo . Its worth a few bucks  Show details

kkbajaj
kkbajaj7 posts
  5W-30

Best engine oil – cant fault the oil at all. its the best oil i have ever used even better than castrol and shell helix. i change the engine oil around 12 to 13 thousand k's and the oil not even fully black. Will continue using it. I highly recommend this oil. give it a go and you wont be disappointed.  Show details

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Edy S
Edy SWA35 posts
  5W-30

The best engine oil for my cars – Bought the 6L for $60 from Supercheap Auto. Used it on both my honda accord and toyota echo. Noticed less ping on the Honda and increased engine performance on the toyota echo. I've previously used Honda engine oil and can feel the improve engine performance on the Honda. Highly recommended this oil.  Show details

ace
aceWA24 posts
  5W-30

Great full synthetic for diesel – I use this in a jeep kk and a izuzu d-max and its great value for money for an Aussie product especially the 10l that is normally on special at super cheap auto. I've tired other oils but Nulon seem better with engine noise and fuel economy even after 10k. They do make 2 different types of this oil so be careful which one you pick or need.  Show details

jerryChuan
jerryChuan9 posts
  5W-30

Thank you Nulon! Greatest engine oil I've ever had! – I've just have a oil change on my 08 Toyota Camry, replacing the old oil to Nulon 5W-30 Long Life full synthetic. As soon as I start it up, I was shocked how easy it is to start the engine. What's more, while I was driving back home, I nearly confused whether I have purchased another car, a better car. The engine is much smoother and quieter than… Read more

before, those improvements were just done by simply changing engine oil, unbelievable! Compared with other full synthetic oils on the market, the Nulon one was incredibly cheap to purchase! I spent only $30 to purchase 5 litters. I really thank Nulon to give me such a good product with a reasonable price! Good work Nulon!

Truth tester
Truth tester6 posts
  5W-30

Fixed cold stat valve tapping, more power and smoother – I had cold start valve tapping noise with Shell HX8 and decided to try another oil brand. I used Nulon 5/30 long life with Nulon E20 additive and the engine noise stopped after a short while and the engine became much smoother and more powerful as well, vey happy especially as it is also cheaper then my old brand. Thankyou Nulon!  Show details

shredder2
shredder2VIC83 posts
  5W-30

I'm using it, and hope it's good – I decided to bypass my Kia dealership 75k expensive service and just change the oil and filter myself (and hopefully not jeopardise the warranty). Although I'd normally buy a major brand, I bought Nulon (full synthetic) as it was half the price. I think I've had a reduction in what sounded like chain rattle, not that I know if there is a chain,… Read more

but definitely a bit quieter. Mind you, rumour was that engine rattles in a second hand car for sale could be reduced by adding a banana skin to the sump, not that I'm suggesting Nulon would do that, rather I'm saying that oil evaluation needs scientific analysis whereas anecdotal reports are unreliable e.g. better fuel economy claims are particularly vulnerable to unintentional change in driving habits. As for specifications, despite one manufacturer's adequate specifications, you know what I mean, their oil would consistently foul a plug in my 302 falcon, and the same manufacturer's 2 stroke oil (50:1 mix) would foul my surface gap plugs in my outboard with a black oily residue after idling for five minutes. Changing both oils to another brand immediately fixed the problem. Specifications maybe aren't the full story! Anyway, hopefully I can report back in a few years and at least say how my Nulon car is still purring, and not report that it's blowing smoke or has some other problem.

shredder2
shredder2   

Driven about 600k on the Nulon now and engine rattle is same as pre-Nulon, so don't know if I… Read more

Len
LenQLD46 posts
  5W-30

What oil to choose? – Do yourself a favor! Choose what is specifically recommended by the manufacturer. If you try to cut costs, your not going to save much anyway compared to what headaches you can get with the wrong oil. I know it's tough if you're not working, but I only use the recommended, if you park and catch a train your oil lasts longer. So, what do I use?… Read more ·  1

Nulon fully synthetic 5-30 for my Subaru Outback. I have never had any problems, engine performance and fuel economy (approx 550-600ks) are quite good in Aussie conditions for the 2.5L box engine I have, and I usually change the oil and oil filter every 10K, mechanic doesn't complain, some people do earlier; 5K is not much time, but it's great to see the clear oil on the dipstick, happy engine for around $100 or $50 on sale and DIY. By the way, I also use premium unleaded fuel, and a small bottle of fuel injector cleaner; just love to hear the engine purrrr like a kitten. Thanks Nulon!

Stevenj32
Stevenj32111 posts
  5W-30

Great oil – The Kia dealership just did a 60,000km service, I did ask for a fully synthetic 5W30 oil, which they did provide, at a cost, Magnatec synthetic was used, worst engine oil ever in a Kia, engine did not like it at all, sluggish, noisey, got home and changed the oil over to Nulon, which I have been using in it since new and change every 8000kms, what… Read more

a dramatic difference, smooth again, no noise and the performance is back, only had the Magnatec in for 25kms, what a crappy oil, came out black after only the 25kms, what the hell, might work fine in other engines, but I have never had good results, had it once in my Mitsubishi Colt Ralliart, went 50kms and changed oil, if you like this brand, stick to it, not for me i'm afraid, never been a Castrol fan.

Ian
Ian5 posts
  5W-30

Have been using shell synthetic!!!!! – I was sceptical but thought nothing ventured, I'm seriously impressed I'm getting 760ks from 65liters my car has always been smooth and adequately powerful for my needs but I've noticed no noticeable oil usage compared to shell!!!! Not going back,I'll soon be driving to Sydney from Brisbane I'm curious as to what the result will be but in a nutshell I've become a nylon fan!  Show details

Bricktop
Bricktop2 posts
  5W-30

Top quality Australian made oil – I'm really impressed at the difference this oil has made to my Aurion. It was already smooth and quiet but this oil has made a big improvement. The fuel economy has improved by 1ltr per 100 km in the city with the aircon on in 37 degree heat. Well priced and it comes in a 6ltr pack.  Show details

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Paul
Paul
  5W-30

This is Perfect for my Cruze 1.4 iti – Been used Mobil Dexos 2 before with the dealership Since change to this fully Synthetic 5w-30 Engine run smoother and lower tapping noise. Also has Low in SAP which require for the specification. Perfect oil at Better price and quality you can trust in this. Like to compare with Penrite Enviro+ 5w-40 for the difference.  Show details

jjjjj
jjjjj42 posts
  5W-30

Cant reccomend it enough – First tried Nulon oils a while back now, and have used it and several variations in different machinery and vehicles. Ive always noticed that the product recommendation team that you call are very knowledgeable and willing to offer solutions and recommendations. Its not all about the $$$ with nulon liek it is with all the other oils on the… Read more

shelf.

Ive previously used other high end brands and have to say its very comparable and top quality.

In all our vehicles we have noticed : Lower engine noise, better fuel economy, better value for money!

Jason
Jason2 posts
  5W-30

Excellent oil!!! – The Mitsubishi springwood service dealer use the shell 10w-30 semi synthetic when servicing my car the other day and I think is not good one for my car. I decide to change to nulon 5w-30 full synthetic. All I can say is huge different in engine sound and performance. It's quieter and spontaneous acceleration. Good product, love it, never look back.  Show details

aspie05
aspie05NSW18 posts
  5W-30

Absolutely Brilliant – I replaced my oil with this and found it to be a great product. Used in a 2002 Hyundai Elantra the engine oils consumption is much lower than other previous brands and I've noticed since switching to this full synthetic one i have saved about 2L/100km of fuel. So in the time its been since buying it, it has already paid for itself. Also since… Read more

switching oil the car runs quieter and smoother. I am overjoyed with this purchase and am definitely now loyal to Nulon.

John.D
John.D3 posts
  5W-30

Great Oil – Serviced my Holden VZ Commodore V6 Alloytec for the first time using Nulon 5W-30 6L synthetic oil. Before that I had been using Mobil 5W-30 synthetic oil but became fed up at paying up to $85 for a 5 litre container and around $20 for a 1 litre bottle. Straight up I noticed that the engine idles smoother and is less noisier than the Mobil oil. I will be sticking with Nulon in the future as it is well priced for 6 litre container of oil.

Joseph42
Joseph42NSW39 posts
  5W-30

Very impressed! – I was a little bit hesitant buying the Nulon Full Synthetic 5W-30. I have always thought that Nulon are not good. After servicing my 2006 Toyota Hiace I am convinced I did the right thing buying this oil. After I have finished servicing my Hiace I took it for a drive and I could feel the difference. I will be sticking with Nuon from now on.

lewy dards
lewy dards2 posts
  5W-30

cheap and does the job – a lot of people reported quieter engine noise after trying nulon oil but i can report no such improvements, my car has always been serviced on time and i usually use castrol synthetic but nulon is slightly cheaper and it seems to be just as good (i hope, no way i can prove it)

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