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2012 BMW X3 oil capacity, type & filter
The 2012 BMW X3 takes 6.9 qt of 5W-30 oil.
Applies to checked engine: 3.0L 6-Cyl Turbo.
AMSOIL EA15K54 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.
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2012 BMW X3 oil specs: capacity conditions and filter notes
All listed filter part numbers are compatible alternatives for your vehicle. Choose any one brand, then confirm the exact part number at checkout.
With filter means the volume includes a new filter. Service fill is the typical drain-and-fill amount. Dry fill is for a fresh empty engine only.
Retailer fitment tools may use different data. Confirm oil capacity, viscosity, and filter part number before ordering.
Source coverage for the 2012 BMW X3
Supported by Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, Castrol (Olyslager), Valvoline Product Finder, and CarAraC Engine Oil.
Supported by Castrol (Olyslager), Valvoline Product Finder, and CarAraC Engine Oil.
Supported by K&N Filters, RockAuto, Purolator Part Finder, and AMSOIL Lookup.
8 checked source rows for the 2012 BMW X3.
Before ordering for this 2012 BMW X3
- Capacity
- 6.9 qt (Service fill)
- Oil type
- 5W-30
- Filter
- AMSOIL EA15K54
Source check: Last checked 2026-06-26 from AMSOIL Lookup, K&N Filters, Pennzoil OATS, RockAuto, Purolator Part Finder, Valvoline Product Finder, CarAraC Engine Oil, and Castrol (Olyslager).
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 Current page | 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 | 6.6 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K08 |
| 2005 | 6.6 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K08 |
How we verified 2012 BMW X3 oil data
How we verify fitmentChecked fitment data. Last checked: 2026-06-26.
This page checked 8 sources for the 2012 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
- Sources checked
- 8
- Last checked
- 2026-06-26
- Capacity: Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, Castrol (Olyslager), Valvoline Product Finder, and CarAraC Engine Oil
- Oil type: Castrol (Olyslager), Valvoline Product Finder, and CarAraC Engine Oil
- Filter: K&N Filters, RockAuto, Purolator Part Finder, and AMSOIL Lookup
| Source | Supports | Checked | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMSOIL Lookup | Capacity, Filter | 2026-06-26 | Visit brand site |
| K&N Filters | Filter | 2026-06-26 | Visit brand site |
| Pennzoil OATS | Capacity | 2026-06-26 | Visit brand site |
| RockAuto | Filter | 2026-06-26 | Checked source |
| Purolator Part Finder | Filter | 2026-06-26 | Visit brand site |
| Valvoline Product Finder | Capacity, Oil type | 2026-06-26 | Checked source |
| CarAraC Engine Oil | Capacity, Oil type | 2026-06-26 | Checked source |
| Castrol (Olyslager) | Capacity, Oil type | 2026-06-26 | Visit brand site |
2012 BMW X3 maintenance checklist
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- Oil type & capacity 5W-30 · 6.9 qt Checked
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