Quick answer
Changan UAE lists the UNI-K Limited with a 2.0T GDI engine — a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol unit with direct injection — producing 390 N·m and paired with an Aisin 8-speed automatic and all-wheel drive. Neither the brochure nor the model page gives a model year or engine code, and ShipMyPart has not verified the oil grade, approval, quantity or interval. We confirm the engine and its oil requirement from your VIN before supplying oil and a filter.
The UNI-K engine in the official material
- Listed by Changan UAE: 2.0T GDI, 390 N·m, Aisin 8AT, 4WD, 265/45 R21 tyres on the Limited.
- Not listed: model year, engine code, and any oil value.
- Power: the brochure and the model page give different figures, so we do not quote one.
The VIN on your Mulkiya fills the gaps for your particular car.
Specifications
| Item | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Grade in the current UAE brochure | Limited | changan.ae |
| Engine | 2.0-litre turbo petrol, direct injection (2.0T GDI) | changan.ae |
| Maximum torque | 390 N·m | changan.ae |
| Transmission | Aisin 8-speed automatic (8AT) | changan.ae |
| Drive | Four-wheel drive (4WD), BorgWarner intelligent all-wheel-drive system | changan.ae |
| Tyres (Limited) | 265/45 R21 | changan.ae |
Fluid specifications for this model are confirmed by VIN on request.
Why the approval line matters on a turbo GDI
Oil standards are revised to keep up with engine design. Recent approvals include tests aimed at problems that small, highly boosted direct-injection engines can suffer, such as abnormal combustion at low engine speeds and deposits on pistons and turbochargers. That is why the approval printed on the bottle has to match what Changan requires for the UNI-K engine: an older or lower approval with the right thickness can still fall short.
Sport mode, overtakes and oil temperature
With 390 N·m available low in the rev range, the UNI-K is often driven briskly: quick overtakes, highway merges and long fast runs between emirates. Hard use raises oil temperature, and oil that is near the end of its life loses its protective margin first. If much of your driving is fast or in Sport mode, ask your service centre whether the severe-use schedule applies.
What a complete UNI-K oil service includes
| Item | Note |
|---|---|
| Engine oil | Grade and approval per VIN |
| Oil filter | Replaced at every change |
| Drain-plug washer | New washer keeps the oil pan sealed |
| Service reminder | Reset so the next change is tracked |
Three things to mention at your next service
Oil added between services. Any regular top-up is worth recording; turbo engines can use a little, but a rising amount needs checking.
Warnings. A red oil-pressure symbol means stop and switch off. With a normal level, the oil pressure sensor is a common suspect.
Smoke or noise from the turbo. Blue smoke on acceleration or a new whistle should lead to an inspection of the turbocharger. For major work we can source a UNI-K engine assembly.
City traffic, open highways and summer parking
A typical UAE week mixes stop-start traffic with long, fast motorway stretches, and the car often sits in direct sun between trips. Short trips and heat both age oil, while fast runs heat it. Check the level every couple of weeks in summer, keep the air filter clean, and follow the interval in your service book; ShipMyPart has not verified Changan's interval, so we do not quote one.
Ordering oil for a UNI-K
The fastest way is a photo of the Mulkiya showing the VIN, plus the odometer reading. From that we work out which engine your UNI-K has and which approval its oil must carry, and we add a filter and drain-plug washer if you want them. The quote includes delivery to any emirate.
Compatible products
Compatibility verification required
No fluid or part is listed here until its specification has been checked against Changan's requirement for your vehicle. Send your VIN and we will confirm what fits before you order.
Confirm by VIN before you order
Send your VIN (chassis number) and we will confirm the correct engine oil for your Changan UNI-K.
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Frequently asked questions
What engine does the Changan UNI-K have?
Changan UAE lists a 2.0T GDI turbo petrol engine with 390 N·m, paired with an Aisin 8-speed automatic and all-wheel drive.
Which oil grade does the UNI-K need?
The grade and approval Changan specifies for your engine. ShipMyPart has not verified them; check the owner's manual or send us your VIN.
Why does the oil approval matter on the UNI-K?
Turbocharged direct-injection engines rely on oils tested against deposits and abnormal combustion; the approval on the bottle shows which tests the oil has passed.
How much oil does the UNI-K take?
The quantity with a filter change is in the owner's manual. We confirm it by VIN.
How often should UNI-K oil be changed?
Follow the service book or a Changan service centre, including any severe-use schedule. We don't quote an interval until it is verified.
Can ShipMyPart supply oil and a filter for my UNI-K?
Yes. After a VIN check we supply the specified oil and a matching filter with delivery in the UAE.
Need parts or fluids for your Changan UNI-K?
Contact ShipMyPart on WhatsApp or request a quote. We deliver across the UAE.