Engine oil
SAE 0W-20 full synthetic
Look for BMW Longlife-17 FE+ on the label. Typical for 2025–2026 models with the 2.0L turbo 4-cyl (new generation).
Capacity: see manualReplace: every 10,000 mi
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2025 BMW X3 oil type, capacity & maintenance
2.0L turbo 4-cyl (new generation) · FWD or AWDTypical for 2025–2026 · confirm in manual
All listed trims share these maintenance parts.
These are the typical specs for 2025–2026 models. Engine options varied, so confirm in your owner's manual or with a VIN fit check at checkout.
Your oil change shopping list
Everything for one DIY oil changeParts & fluids for the 2025 X3
Oil filter
Match by VIN
The filter changed between engines in these years. Use the store's fit check with your VIN to get the right one.
1 filterReplace: every oil change
Drain plug
Inspect, new gasket
Fit a new drain plug gasket or washer if yours is flattened or nicked.
Replace: if worn
Engine air filter
Fits 2025 X3
Intervals varied by engine in these years. The schedule tab shows typical timing.
Replace: every 30,000 mi
Cabin air filter
Fits 2025 X3
Intervals varied by engine in these years. The schedule tab shows typical timing.
Replace: every 20,000 mi
Spark plugs
Fits 2025 X3
Intervals varied by engine in these years. The schedule tab shows typical timing.
Replace: about every 60,000 mi
Every 10,000 miles: what's due
Pick your mileage to see what comes due at that service.
10,000 miles 2 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 10,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresBMW uses staggered tires on some models: inspect, don't swap front to rear · every 10,000 mi
20,000 miles 3 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 10,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresBMW uses staggered tires on some models: inspect, don't swap front to rear · every 10,000 mi
- Cabin air filterUsually behind the glovebox · every 20,000 miShop part →
30,000 miles 3 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 10,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresBMW uses staggered tires on some models: inspect, don't swap front to rear · every 10,000 mi
- Engine air filterAirbox under the hood · every 30,000 miShop part →
40,000 miles 3 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 10,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresBMW uses staggered tires on some models: inspect, don't swap front to rear · every 10,000 mi
- Cabin air filterUsually behind the glovebox · every 20,000 miShop part →
50,000 miles 2 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 10,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresBMW uses staggered tires on some models: inspect, don't swap front to rear · every 10,000 mi
60,000 miles 4 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 10,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresBMW uses staggered tires on some models: inspect, don't swap front to rear · every 10,000 mi
- Cabin air filterUsually behind the glovebox · every 20,000 miShop part →
- Engine air filterAirbox under the hood · every 30,000 miShop part →
70,000 miles 2 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 10,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresBMW uses staggered tires on some models: inspect, don't swap front to rear · every 10,000 mi
80,000 miles 3 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 10,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresBMW uses staggered tires on some models: inspect, don't swap front to rear · every 10,000 mi
- Cabin air filterUsually behind the glovebox · every 20,000 miShop part →
90,000 miles 3 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 10,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresBMW uses staggered tires on some models: inspect, don't swap front to rear · every 10,000 mi
- Engine air filterAirbox under the hood · every 30,000 miShop part →
100,000 miles 3 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 10,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresBMW uses staggered tires on some models: inspect, don't swap front to rear · every 10,000 mi
- Cabin air filterUsually behind the glovebox · every 20,000 miShop part →
Other years: 2024 X3 · 2026 X3 · All X3 years
Oil grade and capacity are checked against published lubricant application data where marked verified; part numbers and intervals follow BMW's maintenance schedule. Severe use (towing, short trips, dusty roads) shortens some intervals. Confirm the part number against your VIN at checkout. Read the full disclaimer
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