Checked oil specs by engine
2006 BMW X5 oil capacity, type & filter
Multiple engine options are listed for the 2006 BMW X5. Select your engine below before buying oil or a filter.
| Engine | Capacity | Oil Type | Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L 6-Cyl | 7.9 qt | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K08 |
| 4.4L V8 | — | 5W-30 | Purolator L25511 |
| 4.8L V8 | — | 5W-30 | Purolator L25511 |
Match one of 3 checked engine options before buying oil or a filter.
AMSOIL EA15K08 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.
Purolator L25511 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.
Purolator L25511 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.
Search paths only — confirm your OEM viscosity spec and quantity before checkout.
2006 BMW X5 oil specs: capacity conditions and filter notes
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.
All listed filter part numbers are compatible alternatives for your vehicle. Choose any one brand, then confirm the exact part number at checkout.
Retailer fitment tools may use different data. Confirm oil capacity, viscosity, and filter part number before ordering.
Source coverage for the 2006 BMW X5
Supported by Pennzoil OATS and AMSOIL Lookup.
Supported by Pennzoil OATS and AMSOIL Lookup.
Supported by RockAuto, Purolator Part Finder, and AMSOIL Lookup.
4 checked source rows for the 2006 BMW X5.
Before ordering for this 2006 BMW X5
- Capacity
- 7.9 qt
- Oil type
- 5W-30
- Filter
- AMSOIL EA15K08
- Capacity
- Unverified
- Oil type
- 5W-30
- Filter
- Purolator L25511
- Capacity
- Unverified
- Oil type
- 5W-30
- Filter
- Purolator L25511
Source check: Last checked 2026-06-26 from AMSOIL Lookup, Pennzoil OATS, Purolator Part Finder, and RockAuto.
BMW X5 oil specs by year
This table includes checked BMW X5 model years available in our database.
| Year | Capacity | Oil type | Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 7.2 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-20 | WIX 51032 |
| 2024 | 7.1 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-12 | WIX 51032 |
| 2023 | 6.9 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-20 | WIX 51032 |
| 2022 | 6.9 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-20 | WIX 51032 |
| 2021 | 6.9 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-20 | WIX 51032 |
| 2020 | 11.1 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-30 | WIX 51032 |
| 2019 | 10 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-30 | WIX 51032 |
| 2018 | 10 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-30 | WIX 51032 |
| 2017 | 6.9 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K54 |
| 2016 | 6.9 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-30 | PRO-TEC PXL10025 |
| 2015 | 6.9 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-30 | PRO-TEC PXL10025 |
| 2014 | 6.9 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K54 |
| 2013 | 6.9 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K54 |
| 2012 | 6.9 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K54 |
| 2011 | 6.9 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | BOSCH 3986 |
| 2010 | 6.9 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K54 |
| 2009 | 6.9 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K54 |
| 2008 | 6.9 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K54 |
| 2007 | 6.9 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K54 |
| 2006 Current page | 7.9 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K08 |
| 2005 | 7.9 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K08 |
How we verified 2006 BMW X5 oil data
How we verify fitmentChecked fitment data. Last checked: 2026-06-26.
This page checked 4 sources for the 2006 BMW X5. The table lists which checked source contributed capacity, oil type, or filter evidence.
We checked leading oil brands and aftermarket filter catalogs so you don't have to.
- Confidence
- Cross-check pending
- Sources checked
- 4
- Last checked
- 2026-06-26
- 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 |
| Purolator Part Finder | Filter | 2026-06-26 | Visit brand site |
| RockAuto | Filter | 2026-06-26 | Checked source |
2006 BMW X5 maintenance checklist
One part checked. Look up the rest while you're here.
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- Oil type & capacity 5W-30 · 7.9 qt Checked
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