BMW M5 oil specs by year
BMW M5 oil specs changed across the 2018–2025 range. The most recent checked year uses 11.4 qt of 0W-30. Select the exact year to see the checked capacity, viscosity, and filter for that model year.
Multiple engine options: The BMW M5 was offered with 2 engine options across its history.
Open the exact year page and select your engine to see the correct capacity and viscosity for your vehicle.
| Year | Capacity | Oil type | Filter | Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 11.4 qt | 0W-30 | WIX 51032; WIX 51036; WIX 51040 Verified fit | Open record → |
| 2023 | 10.6 qt | 0W-30 | WIX 51032; WIX 51036; WIX 51040 Verified fit | Open record → |
| 2022 | 10.6 qt | 0W-30 | WIX 51032; WIX 51036; WIX 51040 Verified fit | Open record → |
| 2021 | 10.6 qt | 0W-30 | WIX 51032; WIX 51036; WIX 51040 Verified fit | Open record → |
| 2020 | 10.6 qt | 0W-30 | WIX 51032; WIX 51036; WIX 51040 Verified fit | Open record → |
| 2019 | 10.6 qt | 0W-30 | ULTRA-POWER 57189; WIX 51032; WIX 51036 Verified fit | Open record → |
| 2018 | 10.6 qt | 0W-30 | WIX 51032; WIX 51036; WIX 51040 Verified fit | Open record → |
BMW M5 oil spec changes by year
Checked records show 1 spec change across the 2018–2025 range. 2025: capacity changed from 10.6 qt to 11.4 qt (vs 2023). Open the exact year page for the full source notes before buying.
- 2025: capacity changed to 11.4 qt (was 10.6 qt in 2023). Open 2025 record →
- 2025: engine option “4.4L V8 Turbo” added.
- 2025: engine option “4.4L 8-Cyl Turbo” removed.
BMW M5 oil — frequently asked questions
- What oil does the BMW M5 take?
- The BMW M5 oil spec has changed across model years. The most recent checked year uses 11.4 qt of 0W-30. Use the year table above to find the spec for your specific model year.
- Does the BMW M5 oil capacity change across years?
- Yes. Checked records show 1 capacity change across the 2018–2025 range. Use the year table above to find the exact capacity for your model year and confirm in your owner's manual.
- Does the BMW M5 have different oil specs for different engines?
- Yes. The BMW M5 has been offered with multiple engine options (4.4L 8-Cyl Turbo, 4.4L V8 Turbo). Each engine can have a different oil capacity and viscosity. Open the exact year page, select your engine, and confirm specs before buying.
- What oil filter fits the BMW M5?
- The most recent checked year lists WIX 51032; WIX 51036; WIX 51040 as a compatible oil filter for the BMW M5. Filter part numbers can change across model years — open the exact year page for the source-checked part number for your year.
Look up a specific BMW M5 year
Select a model year to open the exact checked oil fitment record before ordering.