Checked oil specs by engine

2016 BMW X5 oil capacity, type & filter

The 2016 BMW X5 takes 6.9 qt of 0W-30 (3.0L 6-Cyl Turbo Diesel) and 10 qt of 0W-30 (4.4L V8 Turbo) and 5 qt of 0W-20 (2.0L 4-Cyl Turbo). Select your engine below before buying.

2016 BMW X5 oil specs by engine
Engine Capacity Oil Type Filter
3.0L 6-Cyl Turbo Diesel 6.9 qt 0W-30 PRO-TEC PXL10025
4.4L V8 Turbo 10 qt 0W-30 ULTRA-POWER 57189
2.0L 4-Cyl Turbo 5 qt 0W-20 ECOGARD X5607

Match one of 3 checked engine options before buying oil or a filter.

3.0L 6-Cyl Turbo Diesel
Capacity 6.9 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 7 qt total; listed capacity is 6.9 qt.
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
PRO-TEC Shown first PXL10025 Search PXL10025 ECOGARD X5607 Search X5607 Purolator L39170 Search L39170 AMSOIL EA15K54 Search EA15K54 AMSOIL EA15K01 Search EA15K01 AMSOIL EA15K02 Search EA15K02 AMSOIL EA15K03 Search EA15K03

PRO-TEC PXL10025 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.

4.4L V8 Turbo
Capacity 10 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 10 qt total; listed capacity is 10 qt.
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
ULTRA-POWER Shown first 57189 Search 57189 Purolator L25904 Search L25904 WIX 51032 Search 51032 WIX 51036 Search 51036 WIX 51040 Search 51040 WIX 51042 Search 51042

ULTRA-POWER 57189 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.

2.0L 4-Cyl Turbo
Capacity 5 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 5 qt total; listed capacity is 5 qt.
Oil type 0W-20 OEM oil approval is not source-backed on this page; confirm the bottle or owner's manual before checkout. Verified fit
Oil Filters Options cross-checked
ECOGARD Shown first X5607 Search X5607 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: 2026-06-27 How we verify →

Full synthetic options for 0W-20

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2016 BMW X5 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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Source coverage for the 2016 BMW X5

Capacity sources

Supported by Pennzoil OATS and AMSOIL Lookup.

Oil type sources

Supported by Pennzoil OATS and AMSOIL Lookup.

Filter sources

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

Source coverage

4 checked source rows for the 2016 BMW X5.

Before ordering for this 2016 BMW X5

Checkout verification checklist
3.0L 6-Cyl Turbo Diesel Buy →
Capacity
6.9 qt
Oil type
0W-30
Filter
PRO-TEC PXL10025
4.4L V8 Turbo Buy →
Capacity
10 qt
Oil type
0W-30
Filter
ULTRA-POWER 57189
2.0L 4-Cyl Turbo Verified fit Buy →
Capacity
5 qt
Oil type
0W-20
Filter
ECOGARD X5607

Source check: Last checked 2026-06-27 from Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, RockAuto, and Purolator Part Finder.

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 Current page 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 7.9 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K08
2005 7.9 qt (multiple engines) 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K08

How we verified 2016 BMW X5 oil data

How we verify fitment

Checked fitment data. Last checked: 2026-06-27.

This page checked 4 sources for the 2016 BMW X5. 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: 3.0L 6-Cyl Turbo Diesel oil type and 4.4L V8 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
2026-06-27
Field-level source support
  • Capacity: Pennzoil OATS and AMSOIL Lookup
  • Oil type: Pennzoil OATS and AMSOIL Lookup
  • Filter: Purolator Part Finder, RockAuto, and AMSOIL Lookup
Source Supports Checked Link
Pennzoil OATS Capacity, Oil type 2026-06-27 Visit brand site
AMSOIL Lookup Capacity, Oil type, Filter 2026-06-27 Visit brand site
RockAuto Filter 2026-06-27 Checked source
Purolator Part Finder Filter 2026-06-27 Visit brand site

2016 BMW X5 maintenance checklist

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