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Mercedes-Benz has several oil specifications that are recommended for use in their vehicles. Here are some of the most common ones:

MB 229.3: This specification is for petrol engines and requires oil with low ash content, good wear protection, and improved fuel economy.

MB 229.5: This specification is for both petrol and diesel engines and requires oil with low ash content, improved fuel economy, and extended oil change intervals.

MB 229.51: This specification is for diesel engines and requires oil with low ash content, improved fuel economy, and extended oil change intervals.

MB 229.52: This specification is for petrol engines with turbochargers and requires oil with low ash content, improved fuel economy, and extended oil change intervals.

MB 229.31: This specification is for diesel engines with a DPF (diesel particulate filter) and requires oil with low ash content and improved fuel economy.

MB 229.6: This specification is for petrol engines with superchargers and requires oil with improved fuel economy, low ash content, and extended oil change intervals.

Mercedes-Benz 229.71 is a specification for low viscosity engine oils that are specifically designed for use in petrol and diesel engines with exhaust gas aftertreatment systems such as particulate filters and catalytic converters. This specification was introduced in 2015 and requires oils that have a low SAPS (sulfated ash, phosphorus, and sulfur) content to protect these sensitive aftertreatment systems and to extend their lifespan.

The 229.71 specification requires oils to have a viscosity grade of 0W-20, which means they have a very low viscosity at low temperatures, improving cold-start performance and reducing engine wear during start-up. Additionally, these oils have excellent fuel economy performance due to their low viscosity, which can help reduce fuel consumption and CO2 emissions.

Other low viscosity Mercedes-Benz oil specifications include 229.52, 229.6, and 229.61. These specifications require oils with a viscosity grade of 0W-30, 0W-40, and 0W-20, respectively. These oils have similar low SAPS content and fuel economy performance as the 229.71 oils, but are designed for different engine types or driving conditions.

Overall, these low viscosity Mercedes-Benz oil specifications are designed to provide improved engine protection, fuel economy, and aftertreatment system protection. It is important to use the recommended oil for your specific vehicle model and year to ensure proper performance and protect your engine and aftertreatment systems.