Castrol India Launches Engine Oils with Latest API SQ Specification
Castrol India has become the first in the country to launch engine oils meeting the world’s newest API SQ specification, setting a new benchmark in passenger car lubrication.
What makes this achievement even more significant is that the upgraded Castrol MAGNATEC range is being manufactured in India, underscoring the company’s commitment to the ‘Made in India, for India’ vision.
The API SQ standard, introduced globally in April 2025, is the most advanced engine oil specification developed by the American Petroleum Institute. Castrol India has made this technology available to Indian consumers within just a few months of its global rollout, reflecting the company’s agility and focus on delivering cutting-edge innovation locally.
“Indian drivers expect more from their cars, better fuel efficiency, lower maintenance, and performance they can count on in every condition. With the new Castrol MAGNATEC range meeting API SQ standards, we are giving them exactly that, a world-class product, made in India, and made for India. From start-up protection to long-term reliability, this is another first from Castrol, bringing a global innovation to Indian roads almost immediately after its launch worldwide,” said Saugata Basuray, Wholetime Director, Castrol India.
The upgraded MAGNATEC range offers:
- Stronger wear protection for modern engines
- Better fuel efficiency
- Enhanced defence for catalytic converters
- Compatibility with India’s E20 fuel environment
It will be available in popular viscosities – 0W-20, 5W-30, and 5W-40 – meeting API SQ, ACEA C2 or C3, and future-ready performance needs.
