2012 BMW X5 engine air filter: Sizes & Replacement Parts
The 2012 BMW X5 engine air filter varies by engine option. Pick the matching engine tab before ordering.
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Choose your engine size
The 2012 BMW X5 uses different engine air filter part numbers by engine. Select your engine, then use the part numbers in that panel.
Not sure which engine you have?
Check the sticker on the driver's door jamb (open the door and look at the door frame) — it lists the engine displacement. You can also look at the rear of the car: a V6 badge means the larger engine; no engine badge typically indicates the base 4-cylinder (I4). When in doubt, check your owner's manual or the underhood emissions sticker.
3.0L turbo
Main catalog answer: WIX 49555
- Filter type
- Basic
- Sources
- WIX Filters
The Direct Fit part is the primary catalog listing for this engine row. WIX 49342 is also listed by checked catalogs for this same engine row.
Links search this exact part number. Confirm 2012 BMW X5 and the 3.0L turbo engine in the seller's vehicle selector before checkout.
4.4L V8 turbo
Main catalog answer: WIX 49642
- Filter type
- Basic
- Sources
- WIX Filters
The Direct Fit part is the primary catalog listing for this engine row. WIX 49641, WIX 49257, WIX 49258 are also listed by checked catalogs for this same engine row.
Links search this exact part number. Confirm 2012 BMW X5 and the 4.4L V8 turbo engine in the seller's vehicle selector before checkout.
3.0L turbo
Main catalog answer: Purolator A45900
- Filter type
- Basic
- Sources
- Purolator Now
The Direct Fit part is the primary catalog listing for this engine row. Purolator TA45900 is also listed by checked catalogs for this same engine row.
Links search this exact part number. Confirm 2012 BMW X5 and the 3.0L turbo engine in the seller's vehicle selector before checkout.
3.0L V6
Main catalog answer: Bosch 5705WS
- Filter type
- Basic
- Sources
- Bosch Auto Parts
The Direct Fit part is the primary catalog listing for this engine row. No additional part numbers were found for this engine row.
Links search this exact part number. Confirm 2012 BMW X5 and the 3.0L V6 engine in the seller's vehicle selector before checkout.
Fitment scope and limits
The 2012 BMW X5 can use different engine air filters by engine size. Use the row for 3.0L turbo, 4.4L V8 turbo, 3.0L turbo, 3.0L V6, then confirm that same engine in the seller's vehicle selector.
The checked catalogs did not provide source-backed replacement interval for this exact record, so this page does not publish those fields.
Catalogs can list more than one part number for the same vehicle. Use this page to compare the listed numbers, then use the seller's vehicle selector before ordering.
Source notes
Listed in 3 catalogs. These part numbers come from filter manufacturer catalogs. Use the source trail below to see which catalog supported this page.
| Source | Role | Supports | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bosch Auto Parts | Primary | Filter for 3.0L V6 | 2026-06-25 |
| Purolator Now | Corroboration | Filter for 3.0L turbo | 2026-06-25 |
| WIX Filters | Corroboration | Filters for 2 engine options | 2026-06-25 |
Checked catalogs: Bosch Auto Parts, Purolator Now, WIX Filters. Replacement interval is not listed unless a source provides it for this exact vehicle and engine row.
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Questions this page answers
What engine air filter fits the 2012 BMW X5 3.0L turbo?
Checked catalogs list WIX 49555, WIX 49342 for the 2012 BMW X5 3.0L turbo. The primary listing is WIX 49555, with WIX 49342 also listed. Confirm this part number in the seller's vehicle selector before ordering.
What engine air filter fits the 2012 BMW X5 4.4L V8 turbo?
Checked catalogs list WIX 49642, WIX 49641, WIX 49257, WIX 49258 for the 2012 BMW X5 4.4L V8 turbo. The primary listing is WIX 49642, with WIX 49641, WIX 49257, WIX 49258 also listed. Confirm this part number in the seller's vehicle selector before ordering.
What engine air filter fits the 2012 BMW X5 3.0L turbo?
Checked catalogs list Purolator A45900, Purolator TA45900 for the 2012 BMW X5 3.0L turbo. The primary listing is Purolator A45900, with Purolator TA45900 also listed. Confirm this part number in the seller's vehicle selector before ordering.
What engine air filter fits the 2012 BMW X5 3.0L V6?
Checked catalogs list Bosch 5705WS for the 2012 BMW X5 3.0L V6. The primary listing is Bosch 5705WS. Confirm this part number in the seller's vehicle selector before ordering.
How do I know which engine my 2012 BMW X5 has?
Check the sticker on the driver's door jamb — it lists the engine displacement. A "V6" badge on the rear of the car means the larger engine. No engine badge typically means the base 4-cylinder (I4). When in doubt, check your owner's manual or the underhood emissions sticker.
Is the 2012 BMW X5 engine air filter the same across all engine options?
The 2012 BMW X5 can use different engine air filters by engine size. Use the row for 3.0L turbo, 4.4L V8 turbo, 3.0L turbo, 3.0L V6, then confirm that same engine in the seller's vehicle selector.
Does this page confirm a replacement interval?
The checked catalogs did not provide source-backed replacement interval for this exact record, so this page does not publish those fields.
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