2016 BMW X3 Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters
Your essential guide to 2016 BMW X3 oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 2016 BMW X3, including oil capacity, recommended oil viscosity (type), and the correct oil filter.
We cover all engine options, categorized by their specific engine codes, ensuring you get the right information for your specific configuration. Keep reading to discover everything you need for your next 2016 BMW X3 oil change!
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| Engine & Code | Oil Capacity | Oil Viscosity/Type | Oil Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cylinder N20B20A 1 Turbo | 5.3 quarts (with filter) RWD 5.1 quarts (with filter) AWD | SAE 0W-20 (All TEMPS) | BMW 11-42-8-507-683 BMW 11-42-7-953-125 BMW 11-42-7-953-129 |
| 2.0L 4-cylinder N47D20 B Diesel Turbo | 5.5 quarts (with filter) | SAE 0W-30 (All TEMPS) | BMW 11-42-8-507-683 BMW 11-42-7-953-125 BMW 11-42-7-953-129 |
| 2.0L 4-cylinder N55B30A 3 Turbo | 5.3 quarts (with filter) RWD 5.1 quarts (with filter) AWD | SAE 0W-20 (All TEMPS) | BMW 11-42-7-953-129 |
| 2.0L 4-cylinder N20B20A 1 Turbo | 5.5 quarts (with filter) | SAE 0W-30 (All TEMPS) | BMW 11-42-8-507-683 |
| 3.0L 6-cylinder N47D20 B Diesel Turbo | 6.9 quarts (with filter) | SAE 0W-30 (All TEMPS) | BMW 11-42-8-507-683 |
Select Your 2016 BMW X3 Engine Option
2.0L 4-cylinder Engine Code N20B20A 1 Turbo
Engine:
2.0L 4-cylinder N20B20A 1 Turbo [aka 2.0L L4 (Diesel)]
Body & Trims:
sDrive28i, xDrive28d, xDrive28i
Oil Capacity:
5.3 quarts (with filter) RWD
5.1 quarts (with filter) AWD
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 0W-20 (All TEMPS)
OEM Oil Filter:
BMW 11-42-8-507-683, BMW 11-42-7-953-125 and BMW 11-42-7-953-129
Oil Filter Replaces:
11-42-7-640-862, 11-42-8-683-204 and 11-42-7-541-827, 11-42-7-566-327, 11-42-8-683-196
2016 BMW X3 2.0L 4-cylinder N20B20A 1 Turbo oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEOA8
Oil Capacity:
5.3 quarts. (with filter). For Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) models, this is the capacity with the filter. Always check the oil level after refilling.
5.1 quarts. (with filter). For All-Wheel Drive (AWD) models, this is the capacity with the filter. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 0W-20 (All TEMPS)
Name of Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Air Filter:
N/A
Coolant Capacity:
7.9 quarts
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
RWD - 6 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug). Replace the oil drain plug. If the new plug doesn't latch after tightening it to the correct torque, you'll need to adjust its position until the latch mechanism is properly aligned.
AWD - 18 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug). Always replace the drain plug seal with a new one.
Notes:
N/A
2.0L 4-cylinder Engine Code N47D20 B Diesel Turbo
Engine:
2.0L 4-cylinder N47D20 B Diesel Turbo [aka 2.0L L4 (Diesel)]
Body & Trims:
sDrive28i, xDrive28d, xDrive28i
Oil Capacity:
5.5 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 0W-30 (All TEMPS)
OEM Oil Filter:
BMW 11-42-8-507-683, BMW 11-42-7-953-125 and BMW 11-42-7-953-129
Oil Filter Replaces:
11-42-7-640-862, 11-42-8-683-204 and 11-42-7-541-827, 11-42-7-566-327, 11-42-8-683-196
2016 BMW X3 2.0L 4-cylinder N47D20 B Diesel Turbo oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEO70
Oil Capacity:
5.5 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)
Name of Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Air Filter:
N/A
Coolant Capacity:
9.5 quarts
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
18 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug). Always replace the drain plug seal with a new one.
Notes:
N/A
2.0L 4-cylinder Engine Code N55B30A 3 Turbo
Engine:
2.0L 4-cylinder N55B30A 3 Turbo [aka 2.0L L4 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
sDrive28i, xDrive28i, xDrive35i
Oil Capacity:
5.3 quarts (with filter) RWD
5.1 quarts (with filter) AWD
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 0W-20 (All TEMPS)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
11-42-7-541-827, 11-42-7-566-327, 11-42-8-683-196
2016 BMW X3 2.0L 4-cylinder N55B30A 3 Turbo oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEOA8
Oil Capacity:
5.3 quarts. (with filter). For Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) models, this is the capacity with the filter. Always check the oil level after refilling.
5.1 quarts. (with filter). For All-Wheel Drive (AWD) models, this is the capacity with the filter. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 0W-20 (All TEMPS)
Name of Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Air Filter:
N/A
Coolant Capacity:
7.9 quarts
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
RWD - 6 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug). Replace the oil drain plug. If the new plug doesn't latch after tightening it to the correct torque, you'll need to adjust its position until the latch mechanism is properly aligned.
AWD - 18 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug). Always replace the drain plug seal with a new one.
Notes:
N/A
2.0L 4-cylinder Engine Code N20B20A 1 Turbo
Engine:
2.0L 4-cylinder N20B20A 1 Turbo [aka 2.0L L4 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
sDrive28i, xDrive28d, xDrive28i
Oil Capacity:
5.5 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 0W-30 (All TEMPS)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
N/A
2016 BMW X3 2.0L 4-cylinder N20B20A 1 Turbo oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEO70
Oil Capacity:
5.5 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)
Name of Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Air Filter:
N/A
Coolant Capacity:
9.5 quarts
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
18 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug). Always replace the drain plug seal with a new one.
Notes:
N/A
3.0L 6-cylinder Engine Code N47D20 B Diesel Turbo
Engine:
3.0L 6-cylinder N47D20 B Diesel Turbo [aka 3.0L L6 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
sDrive28i, xDrive28d, xDrive28i
Oil Capacity:
6.9 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 0W-30 (All TEMPS)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
N/A
2016 BMW X3 3.0L 6-cylinder N47D20 B Diesel Turbo oil change details
Oil Grade:
SEO68
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)
Name of Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Air Filter:
N/A
Coolant Capacity:
10.1 quarts
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
18 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug). Always replace the drain plug seal with a new one.
Notes:
N/A