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Shell Helix Ultra API SQ

Shell Helix Ultra unlocks true power by significantly reducing engine damage, offering up to 12.5 times stronger shield against LSPI, giving off powerful performance even with aged oil¹.
¹_{Based on Seq. IX engine test, LSPI preignition events average, using Shell Helix Ultra API SQ products compared with market sold API SP engine oil.}
Shell Helix Ultra ensures 100% power retention² by empowering up to 52% better wear protection than API SP³.
²_{According to the series powertrain tests results run by an independent 3rd party in 2024 using Shell Helix Ultra ECT 0W-30.}
³_{Base on the Seq. IVB engine test, average intake lifter volume loss using Shell Helix Ultra API SQ products compared with market sold API SP engine oil.}
Shell Helix Ultra enables full power for longer⁴, improving high-temperature resistance by up to 72% compared with API SP⁵.
⁴_{According to the series powertrain tests results run by an independent 3rd party in 2024 using Shell Helix Ultra ECT 0W-30.}
⁵_{Base on the Seq. IIIH engine test, percentage of viscosity increase at 40°C, using Helix Ultra API SQ products compared with market sold API SP engine oil.}
Shell Helix Ultra boosts instant power and faster responsiveness⁶ with 33% enhanced low-temperature fluidity⁷.
⁶_{Based on powertrain test results run by an independent 3rd party using Shell Helix Ultra ECT 0W-30 compared with 10W-40.}
⁷_{Based on the MRV requirement using Helix Ultra API SQ products compared with market sold API SP engine oil.}
Shell Helix Ultra delivers ultimate engine power that is as strong as new⁸, with up to 29% better cleanliness than API SP⁹.
⁸_{According to the field trial results run by an independent 3rd party from 2021 to 2023 using Shell Helix Ultra ECT 0W-30 and 0W-20.}
⁹_{Based on the Seq. IIIH engine test, weighted piston deposits merits, using Helix Ultra API SQ products compared with market sold API SP engine oil.}
Shell Helix Ultra raises the bar further, unleashing more power for longer¹⁰.
¹⁰_{According to the series powertrain tests results run by an independent 3rd party in 2024 using Shell Helix Ultra ECT 0W-30 compared with market sold API SP engine oil.}
Shell Helix Ultra delivers up to 31% improved engine power retention compared to API SP engine oil¹¹, up to 1.8% engine power increase and up to 3.4% faster engine responsiveness¹².
¹¹_{According to the series powertrain tests results run by an independent 3rd party in 2024 using Shell Helix Ultra ECT 0W-30 compared with market sold API SP engine oil.}
¹²_{Based on powertrain test results run by an independent 3rd party using Shell Helix Ultra ECT 0W-30.}

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