2012 BMW X5 Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters
Your ultimate DIY maintenance guide for the 2012 BMW X5 oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 2012 BMW X5, including exact engine oil capacity, the manufacturer recommended oil viscosity and type, and the correct OEM and aftermarket oil filters.
We cover all available engine options categorized by their specific engine codes, ensuring you get pinpoint accuracy for your specific vehicle configuration. Keep reading to discover everything required for a successful 2012 BMW X5 oil change!
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| Engine & Code | Oil Capacity | Oil Viscosity/Type | Oil Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L 6-cylinder M57T2 D30 Diesel Turbo | 7.7 quarts (with filter) | SAE 0W-30 (All TEMPS) | BMW 11-42-7-805-408 BMW 11-42-7-788-460 |
| 3.0L 6-cylinder N55 B30A Turbo | 6.9 quarts (with filter) | SAE 0W-30 (All TEMPS) | BMW 11-42-7-805-408 BMW 11-42-7-788-460 |
| 3.0L 6-cylinder N63B44A Turbo | 7.7 quarts (with filter) | SAE 0W-30 (All TEMPS) | BMW 11-42-7-583-220 BMW 11-42-7-848-321 |
| 3.0L 6-cylinder S63B44A Turbo | 6.9 quarts (with filter) | SAE 0W-30 (All TEMPS) | BMW 11-42-7-583-220 BMW 11-42-7-848-321 |
| 4.4L 8-cylinder M57T2 D30 Diesel Turbo | 9 quarts (with filter) | SAE 0W-30 (All TEMPS) | BMW 11-42-7-953-129 |
| 4.4L 8-cylinder N55 B30A Turbo | 9 quarts (with filter) | SAE 0W-30 (All TEMPS) | BMW 11-42-7-953-129 |
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Select Your 2012 BMW X5 Engine Option
3.0L 6-cylinder Engine Code M57T2 D30 Diesel Turbo
Engine:
3.0L 6-cylinder M57T2 D30 Diesel Turbo [aka 3.0L L6 (Diesel)]
Body & Trims:
xDrive35d
Oil Capacity:
7.7 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 0W-30 (All TEMPS)
OEM Oil Filter:
BMW 11-42-7-805-408 and BMW 11-42-7-788-460
2012 BMW X5 3.0L 6-cylinder M57T2 D30 Diesel Turbo oil change details
Oil Capacity:
7.7 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 0W-30 (All TEMPS)
Coolant Capacity:
11 quarts
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
M12x1.5 - 19 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug). Always replace the drain plug seal with a new one.
3.0L 6-cylinder Engine Code N55 B30A Turbo
Engine:
3.0L 6-cylinder N55 B30A Turbo [aka 3.0L L6 (Diesel)]
Body & Trims:
xDrive35d
Oil Capacity:
6.9 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 0W-30 (All TEMPS)
OEM Oil Filter:
BMW 11-42-7-805-408 and BMW 11-42-7-788-460
2012 BMW X5 3.0L 6-cylinder N55 B30A Turbo oil change details
Oil Capacity:
6.9 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 0W-30 (All TEMPS)
Coolant Capacity:
11.5 quarts
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
M12x1.5 - 19 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug). Always replace the drain plug seal with a new one.
3.0L 6-cylinder Engine Code N63B44A Turbo
Engine:
3.0L 6-cylinder N63B44A Turbo [aka 3.0L L6 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
M, xDrive50i
Oil Capacity:
7.7 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 0W-30 (All TEMPS)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
11-42-7-600-089
2012 BMW X5 3.0L 6-cylinder N63B44A Turbo oil change details
Oil Capacity:
7.7 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 0W-30 (All TEMPS)
Coolant Capacity:
11 quarts
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
M12x1.5 - 19 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug). Always replace the drain plug seal with a new one.
3.0L 6-cylinder Engine Code S63B44A Turbo
Engine:
3.0L 6-cylinder S63B44A Turbo [aka 3.0L L6 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
M, xDrive50i
Oil Capacity:
6.9 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 0W-30 (All TEMPS)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
11-42-7-600-089
2012 BMW X5 3.0L 6-cylinder S63B44A Turbo oil change details
Oil Capacity:
6.9 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 0W-30 (All TEMPS)
Coolant Capacity:
11.5 quarts
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
M12x1.5 - 19 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug). Always replace the drain plug seal with a new one.
4.4L 8-cylinder Engine Code M57T2 D30 Diesel Turbo
Engine:
4.4L 8-cylinder M57T2 D30 Diesel Turbo [aka 4.4L V8 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
xDrive35i
Oil Capacity:
9 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 0W-30 (All TEMPS)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
11-42-7-541-827, 11-42-7-566-327, 11-42-8-683-196
2012 BMW X5 4.4L 8-cylinder M57T2 D30 Diesel Turbo oil change details
Oil Capacity:
9 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 0W-30 (All TEMPS)
Wix Oil Filter:
Coolant Capacity:
18.2 quarts
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
M18X1.5 - 30 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug). Always replace the drain plug seal with a new one.
4.4L 8-cylinder Engine Code N55 B30A Turbo
Engine:
4.4L 8-cylinder N55 B30A Turbo [aka 4.4L V8 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
xDrive35i
Oil Capacity:
9 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 0W-30 (All TEMPS)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
11-42-7-541-827, 11-42-7-566-327, 11-42-8-683-196
2012 BMW X5 4.4L 8-cylinder N55 B30A Turbo oil change details
Oil Capacity:
9 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 0W-30 (All TEMPS)
Wix Oil Filter:
Coolant Capacity:
18 quarts
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
M18X1.5 - 30 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug). Always replace the drain plug seal with a new one.
People also ask – 2012 BMW X5
What is the oil capacity of a 2012 BMW X5?
Depending on the specific engine option, the 2012 BMW X5 oil capacity ranges from 6.9 to 9 quarts. Here is the exact oil capacity breakdown for each available engine configuration:
• 3.0L 6-cylinder (M57T2 D30 Diesel Turbo): 7.7 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
• 3.0L 6-cylinder (N55 B30A Turbo): 6.9 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
• 3.0L 6-cylinder (N63B44A Turbo): 7.7 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
• 3.0L 6-cylinder (S63B44A Turbo): 6.9 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
• 4.4L 8-cylinder (M57T2 D30 Diesel Turbo): 9 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
• 4.4L 8-cylinder (N55 B30A Turbo): 9 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Always check your dipstick after refilling to ensure the proper level.
What type of oil does a 2012 BMW X5 use?
Across its 6 available engine configurations, the 2012 BMW X5 uses the following motor oil viscosities: SAE 0W-30 (All TEMPS). Using the correct manufacturer-approved oil weight is crucial for engine health. Here are the specific oil type requirements by engine:
• 3.0L 6-cylinder (M57T2 D30 Diesel Turbo):SAE 0W-30 (All TEMPS)
• 3.0L 6-cylinder (N55 B30A Turbo):
SAE 0W-30 (All TEMPS)
• 3.0L 6-cylinder (N63B44A Turbo):
SAE 0W-30 (All TEMPS)
• 3.0L 6-cylinder (S63B44A Turbo):
SAE 0W-30 (All TEMPS)
• 4.4L 8-cylinder (M57T2 D30 Diesel Turbo):
SAE 0W-30 (All TEMPS)
• 4.4L 8-cylinder (N55 B30A Turbo):
SAE 0W-30 (All TEMPS)
What is the best oil filter for the 2012 BMW X5?
The proper oil filter depends on your exact engine code. The 2012 BMW X5 utilizes the following premium aftermarket Wix oil filters across its lineup: 57189-EA. Here is the specific OEM and aftermarket filter data for each engine:
• 3.0L 6-cylinder (M57T2 D30 Diesel Turbo):OEM Filter: BMW 11-42-7-805-408 or BMW 11-42-7-788-460
Wix Filter: Check Cross-reference Catalog
• 3.0L 6-cylinder (N55 B30A Turbo):
OEM Filter: BMW 11-42-7-805-408 or BMW 11-42-7-788-460
Wix Filter: Check Cross-reference Catalog
• 3.0L 6-cylinder (N63B44A Turbo):
OEM Filter: BMW 11-42-7-583-220 or BMW 11-42-7-848-321
Wix Filter: Check Cross-reference Catalog
• 3.0L 6-cylinder (S63B44A Turbo):
OEM Filter: BMW 11-42-7-583-220 or BMW 11-42-7-848-321
Wix Filter: Check Cross-reference Catalog
• 4.4L 8-cylinder (M57T2 D30 Diesel Turbo):
OEM Filter: BMW 11-42-7-953-129
Wix Filter: 57189-EA
• 4.4L 8-cylinder (N55 B30A Turbo):
OEM Filter: BMW 11-42-7-953-129
Wix Filter: 57189-EA
How often should I change the oil in my 2012 BMW X5?
For modern models running full synthetic oil, oil change intervals are typically every 7,500 to 10,000 miles. However, for older BMW X5 generations (1985-2010) or those using conventional/synthetic-blend fluid, changing the oil and filter every 3,000 to 5,000 miles is highly recommended to prevent sludge buildup. Regardless of engine (3.0L 6-cylinder and 4.4L 8-cylinder), you should change your oil at least once a year even if you don’t reach the mileage limit.