2023 BMW X5 Oil Type & Capacity
The 2023 BMW X5 oil type depends on the engine: the M50i takes 0W-30 (11.09 quarts with filter); the sDrive40i takes 0W-20 (6.9 quarts with filter); the xDrive40i takes 0W-20 (6.9 quarts with filter); the xDrive45e takes 0W-20 (6.9 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- M50i: 0W-30, 11.09 quarts with filter
- sDrive40i: 0W-20, 6.9 quarts with filter
- xDrive40i: 0W-20, 6.9 quarts with filter
- xDrive45e: 0W-20, 6.9 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| M50i — 4.4L Eng | BMW High Performance Synthetic Engine Oil, SAE 0W-30 | 11.09 QTS. | — | — |
| sDrive40i — 3.0L Eng | BMW TwinPower Turbo LL17FE+, SAE 0W-20 | 6.90 QTS. | — | — |
| xDrive40i — 3.0L Eng | BMW TwinPower Turbo LL17FE+, SAE 0W-20 | 6.90 QTS. | — | — |
| xDrive45e — 3.0L Eng | BMW TwinPower Turbo LL17FE+, SAE 0W-20 | 6.90 QTS. | — | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your X5
2023 BMW X5 factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
13.31 quarts (12.59 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 2023 BMW X5 take?
It depends on the engine: M50i uses 0W-30; sDrive40i uses 0W-20; xDrive40i uses 0W-20; xDrive45e uses 0W-20.
How much oil does a 2023 BMW X5 take?
Capacity depends on the engine: M50i holds 11.09 quarts with filter; sDrive40i holds 6.9 quarts with filter; xDrive40i holds 6.9 quarts with filter; xDrive45e holds 6.9 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2023 BMW X5?
Yes. 0W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2023 BMW X5. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.