2016 BMW 328d Oil Type & Capacity
The 2016 BMW 328d takes 0W-30 motor oil — 5.5 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
0W-30 — 5.5 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 328d | BMW Diesel Engines. Oil viscosity of 0W-30, LL-12 FE | 5.50 QTS. | — | As of 7/2015 production, gasoline and diesel engine equipped vehicles have a new engine oil viscosity label (located on underside of engine compartment lid). These engines require a zero weight viscosity engine oil. Approximate capacity. |
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More specs & repair guides for your 328d
2016 BMW 328d factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
8.13 quarts (7.69 L) — Frostox HT-12 antifreeze and corrosion inhibitor. Top up amount in the event of repair with disconnected coolant hoses: 2.11 qts. Test prerssure for cooling system excess pressure (in bar): 1.58 qts.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2016 BMW 328d take?
The 2016 BMW 328d takes 0W-30 motor oil (BMW Diesel Engines. Oil viscosity of 0W-30, LL-12 FE), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 2016 BMW 328d take?
The 2016 BMW 328d holds 5.5 quarts with a filter change.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2016 BMW 328d?
Yes. 0W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2016 BMW 328d. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.