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2008 BMW X3 oil capacity, type & filter

The 2008 BMW X3 takes 6.9 qt of 5W-30 oil.

Applies to checked engine: 3.0L 6-Cyl.

Capacity 6.9 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 EA15K54 Search EA15K54 AMSOIL EA15K01 Search EA15K01 AMSOIL EA15K02 Search EA15K02 AMSOIL EA15K03 Search EA15K03 PRO-TEC PXL57327 Search PXL57327 Purolator L15607 Search L15607

AMSOIL EA15K54 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.

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

Where to Buy View Data Sources
Buy oil & filters:
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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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2008 BMW X3 oil specs: capacity conditions and filter notes

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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Source coverage for the 2008 BMW X3

Capacity sources

Supported by AMSOIL Lookup.

Oil type sources

Supported by AMSOIL Lookup.

Filter sources

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

Source coverage

3 checked source rows for the 2008 BMW X3.

Before ordering for this 2008 BMW X3

Checkout verification checklist
3.0L 6-Cyl Buy →
Capacity
6.9 qt
Oil type
5W-30
Filter
AMSOIL EA15K54

Source check: Last checked 2026-06-26 from AMSOIL Lookup, 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 Current page 6.9 qt 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K54
2007 6.9 qt 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K54
2006 6.6 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K08
2005 6.6 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K08

How we verified 2008 BMW X3 oil data

How we verify fitment

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

This page checked 3 sources for the 2008 BMW X3. 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 i Some oil fields are based on checked source data but still need stronger cross-check evidence. Review area: 3.0L 6-Cyl capacity and 3.0L 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
3
Last checked
2026-06-26
Field-level source support
  • Capacity: AMSOIL Lookup
  • Oil type: 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
RockAuto Filter 2026-06-26 Checked source
Purolator Part Finder Filter 2026-06-26 Visit brand site

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