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2016 BMW i3 oil capacity, type & filter

The 2016 BMW i3 takes 2.7 qt of 0W-30 (0.6L 2-Cyl) and 6.9 qt of 0W-20 (3.0L). Select your engine below before buying.

2016 BMW i3 oil specs by engine
Engine Capacity Oil Type Filter
0.6L 2-Cyl 2.7 qt 0W-30 WIX 51032
3.0L 6.9 qt 0W-20 —

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

0.6L 2-Cyl
Capacity 2.7 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
WIX Shown first 51032 Search 51032 WIX 51036 Search 51036 WIX 51040 Search 51040 WIX 51042 Search 51042

WIX 51032 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.

i Based on 1 checked source: AMSOIL Lookup. Additional cross-check is still pending: another filter catalog cross-check. Use it as a reference, then confirm the exact filter part number at checkout. See how we verify. Learn how we verify fitment
3.0L
Capacity 6.9 qt i Based on 1 checked source: Pennzoil OATS. 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-20 i Based on 1 checked source: Pennzoil OATS. 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
No checked filter listed Use a retailer fitment tool to confirm the exact part number before ordering.

2 sources checked Last checked: 2026-06-24 How we verify →

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2016 BMW i3 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.

Filter status

Filter fitment has not been fully verified for every engine listed. Confirm the part number with the retailer before ordering.

Verify before checkout

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

Source coverage for the 2016 BMW i3

Capacity sources

Supported by Pennzoil OATS and AMSOIL Lookup.

Oil type sources

Supported by Pennzoil OATS and AMSOIL Lookup.

Filter sources

Supported by AMSOIL Lookup.

Source coverage

2 checked source rows for the 2016 BMW i3.

Before ordering for this 2016 BMW i3

Checkout verification checklist
0.6L 2-Cyl Buy →
Capacity
2.7 qt
Oil type
0W-30
Filter
WIX 51032
3.0L Buy →
Capacity
6.9 qt
Oil type
0W-20
Filter
Unverified

Source check: Last checked 2026-06-24 from AMSOIL Lookup and Pennzoil OATS.

BMW i3 oil specs by year

This table includes checked BMW i3 model years available in our database.

Year Capacity Oil type Filter
2019 2.7 qt (multiple engines) 0W-30 WIX 51032
2018 2.7 qt (multiple engines) 0W-30 WIX 51032
2017 2.7 qt (multiple engines) 0W-30 WIX 51032
2016 Current page 2.7 qt (multiple engines) 0W-30 WIX 51032
2015 2.7 qt (multiple engines) 0W-30 WIX 51032
2014 2.7 qt (multiple engines) 0W-30 WIX 51032

How we verified 2016 BMW i3 oil data

How we verify fitment

Checked fitment data. Last checked: 2026-06-24.

This page checked 2 sources for the 2016 BMW i3. 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: 0.6L 2-Cyl capacity, 0.6L 2-Cyl oil type, 0.6L 2-Cyl oil filter, 3.0L capacity, and 3.0L 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
2
Last checked
2026-06-24
Field-level source support
  • Capacity: Pennzoil OATS and AMSOIL Lookup
  • Oil type: Pennzoil OATS and AMSOIL Lookup
  • Filter: AMSOIL Lookup
Source Supports Checked Link
AMSOIL Lookup Capacity, Oil type, Filter 2026-06-24 Visit brand site
Pennzoil OATS Capacity, Oil type 2026-06-24 Visit brand site

2016 BMW i3 oil FAQ

Which engine configuration applies to my vehicle?

Use the door jamb sticker, owner's manual, or engine cover badge to identify your engine, then match it to the engine options listed above.

Is the oil capacity measured with or without the filter?

Capacity condition matters. With filter includes a new filter. Service fill is the typical drain-and-fill amount. Dry fill is for a fresh empty engine only.

Why should I confirm before buying?

Retailer catalogs can update separately. Confirm the exact 2016 BMW i3 selector at checkout before you buy.

Do I also need to match the OEM oil approval?

Yes. Viscosity is only one part of the oil spec. Match the oil approval listed in your owner's manual or on the bottle before checkout.

How often should I change the oil on a 2016 BMW i3?

Use the oil-life monitor or the interval in your owner's manual for this engine. Severe service can require a shorter interval.

Do I need a new drain plug gasket?

Replace it when your vehicle uses a serviceable gasket or crush washer. Confirm the gasket size and drain plug torque from the service manual or parts counter.

2016 BMW i3 maintenance checklist

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Where to buy

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