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2006 BMW X3 oil capacity, type & filter

The 2006 BMW X3 oil capacity is 6.6 qt (3.0L 6-Cyl) and 6.6 qt (2.5L 6-Cyl). All engines use 5W-30 oil.

2006 BMW X3 oil specs by engine
Engine Capacity Oil Type Filter
3.0L 6-Cyl 6.6 qt 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K08
2.5L 6-Cyl 6.6 qt 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K08

Match one of 2 checked engine options before buying oil or a filter.

3.0L 6-Cyl
Capacity 6.6 qt i Capacity condition is not listed in the checked data, so confirm whether the service-fill amount includes a new filter before adding oil. See how we verify. Learn how we verify fitment Verified fit Buy at least 7 qt total; listed capacity is 6.6 qt.
Oil type 5W-30 OEM oil approval is not source-backed on this page; confirm the bottle or owner's manual before checkout. Verified fit
Oil Filters Options cross-checked
AMSOIL Shown first EA15K08 Search EA15K08 AMSOIL EA15K01 Search EA15K01 AMSOIL EA15K02 Search EA15K02 AMSOIL EA15K03 Search EA15K03 R85223MP Search R85223MP Purolator L25247 Search L25247

AMSOIL EA15K08 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.

2.5L 6-Cyl
Capacity 6.6 qt i Based on 1 checked source: AMSOIL Lookup. Additional cross-check is still pending: a second checked capacity source and capacity condition (service fill / with filter vs dry fill). Use it as a reference, then confirm the service-fill / with-filter amount before adding oil. See how we verify. Learn how we verify fitment
Oil type 5W-30 i Based on 1 checked source: AMSOIL Lookup. Additional cross-check is still pending: a second checked oil-type source. Use it as a reference, then confirm the viscosity grade for this engine before checkout. See how we verify. Learn how we verify fitment OEM oil approval is not source-backed on this page; confirm the bottle or owner's manual before checkout.
Oil Filters Options cross-checked
AMSOIL Shown first EA15K08 Search EA15K08 AMSOIL EA15K01 Search EA15K01 AMSOIL EA15K02 Search EA15K02 AMSOIL EA15K03 Search EA15K03 Purolator L25247 Search L25247

AMSOIL EA15K08 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.

4 sources checked Last checked: 2026-06-26 How we verify →

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Full synthetic options for 5W-30
Mobil 1 Extended Performance 5W-30 → Castrol Edge 5W-30 → Pennzoil Platinum 5W-30 →

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2006 BMW X3 oil specs: capacity conditions and filter notes

Which engine applies?

Check the door jamb sticker, owner's manual, or displacement badge on the engine cover. Match it to the engine options listed above before buying oil or a filter.

Filter part numbers

All listed filter part numbers are compatible alternatives for your vehicle. Choose any one brand, then confirm the exact part number at checkout.

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Retailer fitment tools may use different data. Confirm oil capacity, viscosity, and filter part number before ordering.

Source coverage for the 2006 BMW X3

Capacity sources

Supported by Pennzoil OATS and AMSOIL Lookup.

Oil type sources

Supported by Pennzoil OATS and AMSOIL Lookup.

Filter sources

Supported by RockAuto, Purolator Part Finder, and AMSOIL Lookup.

Source coverage

4 checked source rows for the 2006 BMW X3.

Before ordering for this 2006 BMW X3

Checkout verification checklist
3.0L 6-Cyl Verified fit Buy →
Capacity
6.6 qt
Oil type
5W-30
Filter
AMSOIL EA15K08
2.5L 6-Cyl Buy →
Capacity
6.6 qt
Oil type
5W-30
Filter
AMSOIL EA15K08

Source check: Last checked 2026-06-26 from AMSOIL Lookup, Pennzoil OATS, RockAuto, and Purolator Part Finder.

BMW X3 oil specs by year

This table includes checked BMW X3 model years available in our database.

Year Capacity Oil type Filter
2024 Unverified (multiple engines) 0W-20 AMSOIL 51455805
2023 Unverified (multiple engines) 0W-20 PRO-TEC PXL10358
2022 Unverified (multiple engines) 0W-20 PRO-TEC PXL10358
2021 Unverified (multiple engines) 0W-20 PRO-TEC PXL10358
2020 7.6 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 WIX 51032
2019 Unverified (multiple engines) 0W-20 PRO-TEC PXL10358
2018 Unverified (multiple engines) 0W-20 PRO-TEC PXL10358
2017 5.1 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 PRO-TEC PXL10025
2016 5.1 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 PRO-TEC PXL10025
2015 5.1 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 PRO-TEC PXL10025
2014 5.1 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K54
2013 5.1 qt (multiple engines) 0W-30 AMSOIL EA15K54
2012 6.9 qt 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K54
2011 6.9 qt 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K54
2009 6.9 qt 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K54
2008 6.9 qt 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K54
2007 6.9 qt 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K54
2006 Current page 6.6 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K08
2005 6.6 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K08

How we verified 2006 BMW X3 oil data

How we verify fitment

Checked fitment data. Last checked: 2026-06-26.

This page checked 4 sources for the 2006 BMW X3. The table lists which checked source contributed capacity, oil type, or filter evidence.

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Confidence
Cross-check pending i Some oil fields are based on checked source data but still need stronger cross-check evidence. Review area: 2.5L 6-Cyl capacity and 2.5L 6-Cyl oil type. Use the listed values as references and confirm the exact engine before ordering or adding oil. See how we verify. Learn how we verify fitment
Sources checked
4
Last checked
2026-06-26
Field-level source support
  • Capacity: Pennzoil OATS and AMSOIL Lookup
  • Oil type: Pennzoil OATS and AMSOIL Lookup
  • Filter: RockAuto, Purolator Part Finder, and AMSOIL Lookup
Source Supports Checked Link
AMSOIL Lookup Capacity, Oil type, Filter 2026-06-26 Visit brand site
Pennzoil OATS Capacity, Oil type 2026-06-26 Visit brand site
RockAuto Filter 2026-06-26 Checked source
Purolator Part Finder Filter 2026-06-26 Visit brand site

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