2014 BMW X1 Oil Type & Capacity
The 2014 BMW X1 oil type depends on the engine: the sDrive28i takes 5W-30 (5.25 quarts with filter); the xDrive28i takes 5W-30 (5.8 quarts with filter); the xDrive35i takes 5W-30 (6.9 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- sDrive28i: 5W-30, 5.25 quarts with filter
- xDrive28i: 5W-30, 5.8 quarts with filter
- xDrive35i: 5W-30, 6.9 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| sDrive28i — Eng CD N20B20A,RWD | BMW High Performance SAE 5W-30, BMW Longlife-01, BMW Longlife-01FE | 5.25 QTS. | — | — |
| xDrive28i — Eng CD N20B20A,AWD | BMW High Performance SAE 5W-30, BMW Longlife-01, BMW Longlife-01FE | 5.80 QTS. | — | — |
| xDrive35i — Eng CD N55B30A | BMW High Performance SAE 5W-30, BMW Longlife-01, BMW Longlife-01FE | 6.90 QTS. | — | — |
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2014 BMW X1 factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
N/A (N/A) — Ethylene Glycol long-term Antifreeze. Having corrosion inhibitors that are compatible with aluminum radiators.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2014 BMW X1 take?
It depends on the engine: sDrive28i uses 5W-30; xDrive28i uses 5W-30; xDrive35i uses 5W-30.
How much oil does a 2014 BMW X1 take?
Capacity depends on the engine: sDrive28i holds 5.25 quarts with filter; xDrive28i holds 5.8 quarts with filter; xDrive35i holds 6.9 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2014 BMW X1?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2014 BMW X1. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.