Does Pennzoil make Mopar oil?
Not under the Pennzoil brand. Mopar-branded engine oil is produced for Mopar by a major lubricant manufacturer under contract to Stellantis, and is sold as Mopar oil rather than Pennzoil.
In practice, the two brands sit within a broader corporate family: Shell Lubricants, which owns Pennzoil, often serves as a contract manufacturer for OEM-branded oils. The exact supplier and formulation can vary by region and product line, but Mopar oil is marketed exclusively as Mopar oil, not Pennzoil.
Who makes Mopar oil?
The Mopar engine oils you buy at Mopar/Chrysler dealerships or service centers are produced by a major lubricant company under contract with Mopar. The branding on the bottle is Mopar, and the label carries the relevant engine-oil specifications rather than the Pennzoil brand. Below is a snapshot of how this relationship typically works in practice.
- Shell/Lubricants division: In many markets, the contract manufacturer for Mopar engine oils is a Shell Lubricants affiliate. This means the oils may share underlying formulations with Shell's broader product lines, even though they wear the Mopar label.
- Specifications: Mopar oils are formulated to meet Chrysler/Stellantis requirements (such as the MS-6395 specification for gasoline engines) and API ratings printed on the bottle. Always verify the label for the exact spec.
- Regional variation: The exact supplier and formulation can vary by country, vehicle model, and product line. Mopar branding remains the constant, while the manufacturing partner can differ.
In short, Mopar-branded oil is not Pennzoil-branded oil, but it often originates from a major Shell Lubricants manufacturing stream and is tailored to Mopar/Chrysler specifications.
How should I choose the right oil for my vehicle?
To ensure you select the correct oil, start with your vehicle’s manual and the oil fill cap, which specify the required viscosity and engine-oil specification. If you drive a Mopar/Stellantis vehicle, Mopar-branded oils are a guaranteed match for the brand’s specifications, but other brands can also be acceptable if they meet the same requirements.
- Identify the required viscosity (for example, 5W-20 or 5W-30) and the specified engine-oil standard (such as MS-6395 or any API/ILSAC standards noted by your manual).
- Check the product label to confirm it meets the exact specification required by your engine, not just the brand name.
- Compare options across brands that meet the same specification—Pennzoil, Mopar, or another reputable brand—if you prefer alternatives, and ensure the price and availability fit your needs.
By aligning the oil choice with the manufacturer’s specifications and the vehicle’s needs, you’ll maintain performance and warranty coverage regardless of whether you choose Mopar, Pennzoil, or another brand that meets the same specs.
Summary
The short answer: Pennzoil does not manufacture Mopar oil under its own brand. Mopar-branded engine oil is produced by a major lubricant supplier under contract to Mopar/Stellantis and is designed to meet Chrysler specifications. The two brands are connected through the broader Shell Lubricants family, but Mopar oil remains Mopar-branded. For the right oil, use the specification listed in your owner's manual and verify that the product you buy meets that specification, regardless of brand.
