2014 BMW X6 Oil Type & Capacity
The 2014 BMW X6 oil type depends on the engine: the xDrive35i takes 5W-30 (6.9 quarts with filter); the xDrive50i, Eng CD N63B44 takes 5W-30 (9.5 quarts with filter); the xDrive50i, Eng CD N63B44A takes 5W-30 (9.5 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- xDrive35i: 5W-30, 6.9 quarts with filter
- xDrive50i, Eng CD N63B44: 5W-30, 9.5 quarts with filter
- xDrive50i, Eng CD N63B44A: 5W-30, 9.5 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| xDrive35i — 3.0L Eng | BMW High Performance Synthetic Engine Oil, SAE 5W-30 | 6.90 QTS. | — | BMW Part No. 07 51 0 017 866. |
| xDrive50i, Eng CD N63B44 — 4.4L Eng | BMW High Performance Synthetic Engine Oil, SAE 5W-30 | 9.50 QTS. | — | BMW Part No. 07 51 0 017 866. |
| xDrive50i, Eng CD N63B44A — 4.4L Eng | BMW High Performance Synthetic Engine Oil, SAE 5W-30 | 9.50 QTS. | — | BMW Part No. 07 51 0 017 866. |
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More specs & repair guides for your X6
2014 BMW X6 factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
11.52 quarts (10.9 L) — Frostox HT-12 antifreeze and corrosion inhibitor. Top-up quantity of coolant in the event of repair with disconnected collant hoses. Observe the mixture ration and filling level. (2.11 qts).
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2014 BMW X6 take?
It depends on the engine: xDrive35i uses 5W-30; xDrive50i, Eng CD N63B44 uses 5W-30; xDrive50i, Eng CD N63B44A uses 5W-30.
How much oil does a 2014 BMW X6 take?
Capacity depends on the engine: xDrive35i holds 6.9 quarts with filter; xDrive50i, Eng CD N63B44 holds 9.5 quarts with filter; xDrive50i, Eng CD N63B44A holds 9.5 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2014 BMW X6?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2014 BMW X6. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.