2016 BMW X4 Oil Type & Capacity
The 2016 BMW X4 oil type depends on the engine: the M40i takes 0W-30 (6.9 quarts with filter); the xDrive28i takes 0W-20 (5.1 quarts with filter); the xDrive35i takes 0W-30 (6.9 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- M40i: 0W-30, 6.9 quarts with filter
- xDrive28i: 0W-20, 5.1 quarts with filter
- xDrive35i: 0W-30, 6.9 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| M40i — 3.0L Eng | BMW High Performance Synthetic Engine Oil, SAE 0W-30 | 6.90 QTS. | — | — |
| xDrive28i — 2.0L Eng | BMW High Performance Synthetic Engine Oil, SAE 0W-20 | 5.10 QTS. | — | — |
| xDrive35i — 3.0L Eng | BMW High Performance Synthetic Engine Oil, SAE 0W-30 | 6.90 QTS. | — | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your X4
2016 BMW X4 factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
7.95 quarts (7.52 L) — Frostox HT-12 antifreeze and corrosion inhibitor. Top-up amount of coolant (2.13 qts.) in the event of repair with desconnected coolant hoses.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2016 BMW X4 take?
It depends on the engine: M40i uses 0W-30; xDrive28i uses 0W-20; xDrive35i uses 0W-30.
How much oil does a 2016 BMW X4 take?
Capacity depends on the engine: M40i holds 6.9 quarts with filter; xDrive28i holds 5.1 quarts with filter; xDrive35i holds 6.9 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2016 BMW X4?
Yes. 0W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2016 BMW X4. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.