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2012 BMW Z4 oil capacity, type & filter

The 2012 BMW Z4 takes 5.3 qt of 0W-20 (2.0L 4-Cyl Turbo) and 6.9 qt of 0W-30 (3.0L 6-Cyl Turbo). Select your engine below before buying.

2012 BMW Z4 oil specs by engine
Engine Capacity Oil Type Filter
2.0L 4-Cyl Turbo 5.3 qt 0W-20 5001538878
3.0L 6-Cyl Turbo 6.9 qt 0W-30 ECOGARD X5607

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

2.0L 4-Cyl Turbo
Capacity 5.3 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 6 qt total; listed capacity is 5.3 qt.
Oil type 0W-20 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
Shown first 5001538878 Search 5001538878 Purolator L18181 Search L18181 AMSOIL EA15K54 Search EA15K54 AMSOIL EA15K01 Search EA15K01 AMSOIL EA15K02 Search EA15K02 AMSOIL EA15K03 Search EA15K03

5001538878 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.

3.0L 6-Cyl Turbo
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 0W-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
ECOGARD Shown first X5607 Search X5607 Purolator L15607 Search L15607 AMSOIL EA15K54 Search EA15K54 AMSOIL EA15K01 Search EA15K01 AMSOIL EA15K02 Search EA15K02 AMSOIL EA15K03 Search EA15K03

ECOGARD X5607 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 →

Where to Buy View Data Sources
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Full synthetic options for 0W-20
Mobil 1 Extended Performance 0W-20 → Castrol Edge 0W-20 → Pennzoil Platinum 0W-20 →

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2012 BMW Z4 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 2012 BMW Z4

Capacity sources

Supported by Pennzoil OATS and AMSOIL Lookup.

Oil type sources

Supported by AMSOIL Lookup.

Filter sources

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

Source coverage

4 checked source rows for the 2012 BMW Z4.

Before ordering for this 2012 BMW Z4

Checkout verification checklist
2.0L 4-Cyl Turbo Buy →
Capacity
5.3 qt
Oil type
0W-20
Filter
5001538878
3.0L 6-Cyl Turbo Buy →
Capacity
6.9 qt
Oil type
0W-30
Filter
ECOGARD X5607

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

BMW Z4 oil specs by year

This table includes checked BMW Z4 model years available in our database.

Year Capacity Oil type Filter
2025 6.1 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 AMSOIL 51460006
2024 6.1 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 PRO-TEC PXL10358
2023 6.1 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 PRO-TEC PXL10358
2022 6.1 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 PRO-TEC PXL10358
2021 6.1 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 PRO-TEC PXL10358
2020 6.1 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 Purolator PL31437
2019 6.1 qt 0W-20 Purolator PL31437
2014 5.3 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 AMSOIL EA15K54
2013 5.3 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 ECOGARD X5607
2012 Current page 5.3 qt (multiple engines) 0W-20 5001538878
2011 6.9 qt 0W-30 AMSOIL EA15K54
2010 6.9 qt 0W-30 AMSOIL EA15K54
2009 6.9 qt 0W-30 AMSOIL EA15K54
2008 6.9 qt (multiple engines) 0W-30 AMSOIL EA15K54
2007 6.9 qt (multiple engines) 0W-30 AMSOIL EA15K54
2006 6.9 qt (multiple engines) 0W-30 AMSOIL EA15K54
2005 6.9 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K08

How we verified 2012 BMW Z4 oil data

How we verify fitment

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

This page checked 4 sources for the 2012 BMW Z4. 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: 2.0L 4-Cyl Turbo oil type, 3.0L 6-Cyl Turbo capacity, and 3.0L 6-Cyl Turbo 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: AMSOIL Lookup
  • Filter: Purolator Part Finder, RockAuto, and AMSOIL Lookup
Source Supports Checked Link
Pennzoil OATS Capacity 2026-06-26 Visit brand site
RockAuto Filter 2026-06-26 Checked source
AMSOIL Lookup Capacity, Oil type, Filter 2026-06-26 Visit brand site
Purolator Part Finder Filter 2026-06-26 Visit brand site

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