Rating of the best antifreezes for 2022

Each vehicle owner is interested in his "friend on four wheels" serving as long as possible. Since the life of the mechanism is closely related to the work of its heart - the motor, it is important to choose the right high-quality coolant that can ensure the gentle operation of the engine and, as a result, its longer operation. A well-chosen antifreeze not only contributes to cooling, but also acts as a lubricant, prevents corrosion processes, and prevents freezing and scale formation. What antifreezes are the best according to motorists in 2022 will be discussed in this article.

Coolant Selection Criteria

By far, the best coolant option (coolant) will be the one indicated by the vehicle manufacturer in the owner's manual.

It should be remembered that it is undesirable to purchase such products in dubious shops or on the highway: a poor-quality product can harm the system. If the description does not contain information on the pH indicator, the antifreeze has a pungent odor, a cheap price, the presence of sedimentary deposits, you should refrain from buying this liquid.

According to the standards developed by the Volkswagen concern, antifreezes are divided into groups, each of which has an individual basic composition of chemicals:

• G 11 - this group includes hydride coolants that have blue and green colors. They are characterized by the use of a small amount of phosphates that cause scale deposits. The service life of such a liquid is small - no more than 2-3 years.
• G 12 - are carboxylate antifreezes of a red or orange hue. Their feature is the ability to form the thinnest protective layer exclusively in places of corrosion, which helps to increase the service life of additives. The deadline for their use is about 5 years.
• G 12 + - pink antifreeze, also includes corrosion inhibitors based on carboxylic acids. It does not contain nitrites, silicates, phosphates, amines. It is recommended to operate no more than 5 years.
• G 12 ++, G 13 - pink and purple antifreezes based on polypropylene glycol. They are the most environmentally friendly and have the longest service life (up to 10 years), but the cost of such a product is much higher.

The best antifreeze

Sintec Unlimited G 12++

The lobrid coolant of Obninskorgsintez, the leading manufacturer on the Russian market, is manufactured using the latest bipolar technology. The product is ready to use: it does not need to be diluted with water. According to the overwhelming majority of reviews, it is a good solution for the winter season: as users note, the freezing point of the liquid is even lower than indicated by the manufacturer (-40 degrees). Violet antifreeze does not change it during operation. It is not prone to sedimentation, actively fights against corrosion phenomena, reliably protects the cooling system from freezing and overheating, and does not conflict with rubber gaskets and pipes. The service life specified by the manufacturer is 500 thousand kilometers.

• reliable protection against overheating and freezing;
• does not allow the formation of sediment and scale;
• can be mixed with coolants without amines, nitrites, phosphates;
• long service life.

• no significant ones were found.

Volkswagen G13

German antifreeze is a high-quality new generation product produced using lobrid technology. The cooler adequately copes with the tasks assigned to it throughout the year: it prevents overheating and hypothermia of the engine, protects the metal from the effects of corrosion, and has good lubricating and antioxidant properties for all components of the cooling system. An important characteristic of the refrigerant is its environmental friendliness, since the basis of the coolant is propylene glycol. It does not contain amines, phosphates, borates, nitrites, silicates, unlike standard antifreezes.In order to ensure the efficiency of operation, it is important to observe the proportions when diluting the concentrate with distilled water. The service life of purple antifreeze is more than 120 thousand km.

• original product;
• environmental friendliness of technology;;
• the possibility of long-term operation.

• considerable cost.

CoolStream Nissan Renault Coolant (NRC)

The product is produced by Technoform in two variations: a ready-to-use solution and a concentrate. The yellow refrigerant uses carboxylate technology. It is characterized by the presence of organic corrosion inhibitors that act selectively; where the corrosion process begins. The peculiarity of the coolant lies in the irregularly long period of operation (fill for life).
The base of the coolant is ethylene glycol and an additive package; it does not contain phosphates, silicates, nitrites, molybdates, nitrates. Due to this, corrosion protection is realized and the possibility of deposits is prevented. According to the Volkswagen standard (in fact, Coolstream does not have one), the liquid corresponds to the parameters of G 12.

• no need to replace the refrigerant for a long time;
  European additives;
• effectiveness of protection against wear, corrosion and cavitation processes;
• cooling capacity at a high level.

• price level, which is leveled by the longest possible service life.

Sintec Premium G 12+

A modern carboxylate agent produced using Organic Acid Technology.It is characterized by a high heat transfer coefficient, since antifreeze does not cover the entire surface area with a protective layer, but covers only problem areas in which corrosion is just beginning. Does not provide for the inclusion of borates, silicates, phosphates, nitrites, amines in its composition, and therefore can be considered safe for vehicle engines. A raspberry-colored liquid is able to provide protection to the cooling system under adverse temperature conditions. Its peculiarity lies in the fact that organic corrosion inhibitors are almost not destroyed. Has the approval of Volkswagen, AvtoVAZ, Volvo and other manufacturers of automotive products. The service life is 250 thousand kilometers.

• the presence of inhibitors that neutralize rust;
• prevents the formation of deposits and scale;
• provides effective protection against overheating at high loads;
• long service life.

• there are no critical ones.

Lukoil Red G 12

Ethylene glycol-based coolant is designed for commercial and passenger vehicles. It provides heat exchange at a sufficiently low temperature regime (up to minus 40 degrees). Able to reliably protect the system from freezing and overheating through the carboxylate technology used. Implements anti-corrosion and anti-cavitation protection of copper, cast iron, aluminum products. Due to the fact that the formation of a protective layer occurs locally in the places of formation of corrosion processes, an optimal level of heat transfer is ensured and the consumption of additives is reduced, which, ultimately, allows the use of antifreeze for a longer time. Does not destroy rubber and polymer elements.

• a good indicator of thermal conductivity;
• protection against hydrodynamic cavitation and corrosion;
• compatibility with almost all metals;
• breadth of tolerance range;
• long enough period of use.

• no critical deficiencies were identified.

nord red

Among the products manufactured by Himavto, the refrigerant is one of the most popular products. He is popular with the giants of the oil and gas industry like Gazprom, Lukoil, Sibneft, and with the average layman.
The coolant base is ethylene glycol plus an additive package. The coolant is characterized by decent cooling performance, provides protection for the internal combustion engine from hypothermia and overheating in case of increased loads. The properties of the product are preserved at temperatures from - 40 to + 112 degrees.

A set of balanced additives in the composition of the liquid is able to reliably protect all elements of the system from wear, erosion and corrosion, regardless of its material (metal, plastic, rubber). Nord has good anti-cavitation, lubricating, anti-foam characteristics. Able to provide the user with a five-year period of use. It is not produced as a concentrate: any of the four volumes of canisters (1,3,5,10 l) is ready for use.

According to the classification borrowed from Volkswagen, it corresponds to class G 12. The coolant can be mixed with other antifreezes made on the same basis, but it is better not to experiment with mixing products belonging to different brands.

• resistance to extreme operating conditions (which is confirmed by the experience of using heavy machines in the oil industry in the North);
• reliable protection of all parts of the cooling system from corrosion and cavitation processes;
• the ability to quickly cool, maintaining the required operating temperature;
• the presence of fluorescent additives;
• optimal ratio of quality characteristics and cost.

• user reviews indicate that after a certain time cloudiness and the appearance of sedimentary deposits are possible, individual cases of failures in severe frosts are possible.

TLC Power Coolant Red-40

 

Red lobrid antifreeze is represented by the Japanese concern Tanikawa Yuka. Brad manufactures products for the military industry, respectively, all products are subject to strict quality control. The refrigerant complies with the G 12++ standard. It is recommended to apply in a temperate climate, for which the winter temperature regime does not exceed 40 degrees below zero. It is not necessary to dilute the liquid (it may even degrade its properties) as it is ready to use. A longer period of operation is associated with the innovative additive package in the product.

Suitable for vehicle brands requiring Super Long Life Coolant.

• increases the resource of the elements that make up the structure;
• the optimal ratio of the price of the product and the quality of the product.

• increase in viscosity with a sharp decrease in temperature is possible.

AGA Z65

Carboxylate antifreeze of a yellow or orange shade of a Russian company AGA Trading House is distinguished by its versatility. Applicable for all types of engines of cars and trucks. It can be mixed with other coolants, provided that they are based on ethylene glycol.It has a high thermal conductivity. It is characterized by the presence of anti-corrosion, anti-foam, anti-friction additives. It can be used as a ready-to-use product or diluted with water (in this case, depending on the proportion of coolant and water, crystallization will occur earlier). The temperature range is from - 65 to + 132 degrees. Service life up to 5 years (150 thousand km).

• universality;
• high frost resistance;
• compatibility with a wide range of engines;
• long-term effect of additives;
• the presence of a fluorescent pigment;
• users are satisfied with the operating temperature scale, they note that the coolant does not damage oil seals and gaskets.

• according to many motorists, there is a possibility of precipitation.

Castrol Radicool SF

The base of the concentrate produced by the British brand is monoethylene glycol and carboxylate technology. Does not contain inorganic corrosion inhibitors. It is used in diesel and gasoline engines of cars, buses, trucks, which is convenient in case of a mixed fleet of vehicles. It is able to provide effective cooling of the motor in a wide temperature range under different climatic conditions.
The package of additives provided in the refrigerant implements its operation with an extended replacement interval. It is able to effectively protect against overheating, freezing, blockage of the cooling system, as well as cavitation corrosion. The technology used is conducive to improving the heat removal of the liquid and optimizing the operating temperature of the internal combustion engine. In addition, it helps to lubricate the pump, thereby reducing noise and wear. The ideal solution for engines made of cast iron, aluminium, copper components.Does not conflict with the rubber elements of the cooling system.

Castrol Radicool SF should not be mixed with other antifreezes. Before use, the product is diluted with distilled water. The fluid has a long replacement interval - up to 5 years.

• a fairly wide range of tolerances;
• improved package of additives.

• price;
• there is a risk of buying a counterfeit product.

Sintec Universal G11

Will appeal to those who prefer the classics. Silicate advanced refrigerant has good lubricating, anti-corrosion and anti-foam properties, maintains the pump and rubber parts in working order. This antifreeze is characterized by a longer service life compared to analogues. The mileage indicator corresponds to 120 thousand km for cars or 200 thousand km for trucks.

The blue coolant is based on monoethylene glycol and does not include carcinogenic amines and nitrites.

• affordable cost;
• extended service life.

• lower degree of protection compared to newer generation coolants.

Summarizing

The proposed coolants are modern high-quality products, tested in action, both by specialists and ordinary motorists. Their feedback and opinions served as the basis for compiling the rating.
However, when choosing a coolant for a vehicle, it is important to remember that, first of all, you should focus on the tolerance parameter. For the convenience of the user, information on this indicator, as well as the cost of products presented in the rating, is collected in the table below:

coolant name	Tolerances	Average cost, rub.
SINTEC UNLIMITED G12++	Volkswagen TL 774(G), HAERTOL, FUSO KAMAZ Trucks Rus, Hyundai Motor Company	1 kg - 200; 5 kg - 760
Antifreeze VOLKSWAGEN G13	VW TL-774J	1.5 l - 670
Antifreeze CoolStream NRC	RENAULT 41-01-001/-T Type D	5 kg - 1000
SINTEC PREMIUM G12+	TL 774(F), HAERTOL FROSTOX SF-D12PLUS, FUSO KAMAZ Trucks Rus, KAMAZ, MAN Nutzfahrzeuge AG, OOO AVTOTOR Holding, Hyundai Motor Company	1 kg - 170; 5kg-750
Antifreeze LUKOIL Red G12	KAMAZ PJSC, MAN 324 SNF, MB 325.3, ASTM D3306 / D 4656 / D 4985, SAE J 1034, GOST 28084-89, Deutz/MWM 0199-99-1115-MWM, Fiat-Iveco 55523/1, MTU MTL 5048, Porsche TL-VW 774, Renault RVI 41-01-001/- Q Type D, VW TL-VW 774 D/F, DAF 74002, Ford WSS-M97B44-D	1 kg - 180; 5kg-580
nord red	GOST 28084-89, ASTM D3306, ASTM D4985/5345, SAE J1034, TTM AvtoVAZ	3 kg - 390; 10 kg - 1350
TLC Power Coolant Red-40	VAG tolerance index: G-12++	2 l - 600
AGA Z65	ASTM D3306(I), ASTM D4985, BS6580:2010, JIS K2234, MAN 324 Typ SNF, VW TL-774F, FORD WSS-M97B44-D, MB-Approval 325.3	1 l - 540
Castrol Radicool SF	ASTM D3306(I), ASTM D4985, BS6580:2010, JIS K2234, MAN 324 Typ SNF, VW TL-774F, FORD WSS-M97B44-D, MB-Approval 325.3	1 l - 560
SINTEC UNIVERSAL G11	UzDAEWOO, "FUZO KAMAZ Trucks Rus"	1 kg - 150 rubles.