2015 BMW M5 Oil Type & Capacity
The 2015 BMW M5 takes 0W-40 motor oil — 9.0 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
0W-40 — 9.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic DCT Trans | Original BMW Engine Oil SAE 0W-40, BMW Longlife-01, BMW Longlife-01FE | 9.00 QTS. | 8.50 QTS. | — |
| Standard Trans | Original BMW Engine Oil SAE 0W-40, BMW Longlife-01, BMW Longlife-01FE | 9.00 QTS. | 8.50 QTS. | — |
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2015 BMW M5 factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
19.55 quarts (18.5 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 2015 BMW M5 take?
The 2015 BMW M5 takes 0W-40 motor oil (Original BMW Engine Oil SAE 0W-40, BMW Longlife-01, BMW Longlife-01FE), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 2015 BMW M5 take?
The 2015 BMW M5 holds 9.0 quarts with a filter change, or 8.5 quarts without changing the filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2015 BMW M5?
Yes. 0W-40 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2015 BMW M5. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.