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Recommended 2011 BMW X5 Engine Oil Capacity & Type

BMW / N55 / N55B / N55B30
Displacement - 3.0L I-6
Power - 315 hp
Torque - 332 lb/ft
Oil Capacity - 6.9 quarts
Oil Viscosity - 0W-30
Oil Drain Plug Torque - 19 lb/ft
Coolant Capacity - 11.5 quarts
BMW / N63 / N63B44 / N63B44A
Displacement - 4.4L V-8
Power - 402 hp
Torque - 443 lb/ft
Oil Capacity - 9.0 quarts
Oil Viscosity - 0W-30
Oil Drain Plug Torque - 30 lb/ft
Coolant Capacity - 18.2 quarts
BMW / M57 / M57D / M57D30T2
Displacement - 3.0L I-6
Power - 232 hp
Torque - 369 lb/ft
Oil Capacity - 7.7 quarts
Oil Viscosity - 5W-30
Oil Drain Plug Torque - 19 lb/ft
Coolant Capacity - 11.0 quarts

Motor Oil - See more

- PROVEN TO MINIMIZE WEAR with enhanced anti-wear additives that form an extra layer of defense between your engine’s critical moving parts

- RESIST OIL BREAKDOWN with superior antioxidants that guard against oil-degrading oxygen, keeping oil working longer and extending the life of your engine

- FIGHT SLUDGE & DEPOSITS with our advanced detergent system that keeps cylinder walls and moving parts in your engine clean

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- Rapid oil delivery at low temperatures, high lubrication reliability at high and low temperatures

- Long engine service life due to high level of protection against wear, mixable and compatible with commercially-available engine oils

- Outstanding engine cleanliness, tested with catalytic converters and performance proved with turbochargers

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- Popular with ultra-high performance car enthusiasts demanding precise steering response.

- Engineered to excel in wet conditions with the ability to both hold curves without slipping.

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- Optimum protection for the engine

- Consistently high separation efficiency

- High dirt holding capacity of filter elements through high filter surface area

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- Vehicle Applications: 2006-2020 Bmw 128I, 135I, 228I, 320I, 323I, 325I, 328I, 330I, 335I, 428I, 435I, 525I, 528I, 530I, 535I, 640I, 740I, M2, M235I, M3, M4, X1, X3, X4, X5, X6, And Z4 Models (2.0L, 2....

- Filter Cross References: Bmw 11-42-7-953-129; Fram (Ch10075, Tg10075, Xg10075); K&N Hp-7014; Mann-Hummel (Hu8011Z, Hu816X); Premium Guard Pg5607; Purolator (Pl15607, Pbl15607); Wix 57327

- Construction: The Castrol Oil Filter Comes With Synthetic Media And All Necessary Replacement O-Rings To Meet Your Performance Filter Needs When Paired With Either Conventional, Semi-Synthetic, Or Syn...

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- PREMIUM PROTECTION–Synthetic blend resin media is engineered to deliver up to 10,000 miles of filter lifewith synthetic oil, as well as conventional oil.

- ULTRA EFFICIENT FILTER MEDIA – EX Series captures particles as small as 25 microns and offers 99% multi-pass efficiency over the life of the filter.

- STOP & GO PROTECTION - Silicone anti-drain back valve with high retention power to help protect the engine from oil starvation during start-ups.

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- EASY INSTALLATION: FRAM engine oil filter is perfect for the DIYer like yourself, just screw new filter on until gasket reaches base contact and tighten.

- DURABLE DUAL LAYER: Compare to standard oil filters, FRAM Ultra Synthetic provides 99%+ filtration efficiency with pleated media that entraps all kinds of dirt and exhaust for a cleaner output.

- SUPERIOR ENGINE PROTECTION: FRAM car oil filter is composed of a slick silicone anti-drainback valve, delivering superior start-up engine protection with up to 3X the hot oil resistance. Keep your fil...

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Changing oil is an important maintenance task for any BMW X5 vehicle. Oil lubricates and cools the engine, increasing performance and extending its life. The 2011 BMW X5 oil capacity depends on the specific engine.

However, finding the right oil capacity is only one step of the process. Also pay attention to the recommended oil viscosity and type for your 2011 BMW X5 as well as the torque required for the oil drain plug.

Browse the charts to determine how much oil your 2011 BMW X5 takes and check other oil related specifications.