2015 BMW X3 Oil Filter
Find the OEM oil filter part number for the 2015 BMW X3 by engine/trim.
The same OEM filter and specifications apply to the 2015–2016 BMW X3.
OEM oil filter results
| Engine / Trim | OEM Part Number | Oil Weight | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L I4 Turbo (xDrive28i (N20)) | BMW 11427953125 or BMW 11427634292depends on which filter housing your car has — see below | 0W-30 | Buy on Amazon |
| 3.0L I6 Turbo (xDrive35i (N55)) | BMW 11427953129 | 0W-30 | Buy on Amazon |
| 2.0L I4 Turbo Diesel (xDrive28d (N47)) | BMW 11428507683 | 0W-30 | Buy on Amazon |
Tip: If your vehicle has multiple engines, match the engine size on your door jamb sticker or owner's manual. Always verify with your owner's manual before purchase.
Service specifications
2.0L I4 Turbo (xDrive28i (N20))
- Filter type
- Cartridge
- Oil capacity (with filter)
- 5.1 qtConfirm the final level on the dipstick before driving.
- Change interval (normal)
- Per BMW Condition Based Service — max 10,000 mi / 12 mo
- Change interval (severe)
- CBS shortens the interval automatically under hard use
- Drain plug torque
- 25 Nm
- Filter housing torque
- 25 Nm
This engine takes one of two filters
- 11427953125 — silver aluminium oil filter housing (most cars built from 6/2012)
- 11427634292 — black plastic oil filter housing
Each is correct for some cars with this engine, and they are not interchangeable — which one you need depends on the oil filter housing fitted to your car. Open the hood and look at the housing the filter cap screws into before you buy.
3.0L I6 Turbo (xDrive35i (N55))
- Filter type
- Cartridge
- Oil capacity (with filter)
- 6.9 qtConfirm the final level on the dipstick before driving.
- Change interval (normal)
- Per BMW Condition Based Service — max 10,000 mi / 12 mo
- Change interval (severe)
- CBS shortens the interval automatically under hard use
- Drain plug torque
- 25 Nm
- Filter housing torque
- 25 Nm
2.0L I4 Turbo Diesel (xDrive28d (N47))
- Filter type
- Cartridge
- Change interval (normal)
- Per BMW Condition Based Service — max 10,000 mi / 12 mo
- Change interval (severe)
- CBS shortens the interval automatically under hard use
Also fits
Vehicles that also use BMW 11427953125:
- BMW 2 Series 2014–2016
- BMW 3 Series 2012–2016
- BMW 3 Series 2012–2018
- BMW 4 Series 2014–2016
- BMW 5 Series 2012–2016
- BMW X1 2013–2015
Vehicles that also use BMW 11427634292:
Vehicles that also use BMW 11427953129:
- BMW 2 Series 2014–2016
- BMW 3 Series 2006–2011
- BMW 3 Series 2012–2015
- BMW 3 Series 2012–2018
- BMW 4 Series 2014–2016
- BMW 5 Series 2006–2010
- BMW 5 Series 2011
- BMW 5 Series 2012–2016
- BMW 7 Series 2013–2015
- BMW X1 2013–2015
Vehicles that also use BMW 11428507683:
- BMW 3 Series 2012–2018
- BMW 5 Series 2012–2016
- BMW 5 Series 2017–present
- BMW X5 2014–2018
- BMW X5 2019–present
These vehicles take the same OEM filter part number. Always confirm against your own owner's manual before buying.
Frequently asked questions
What oil filter does a 2015 BMW X3 take?
It depends on the engine: the 2.0L I4 Turbo (xDrive28i (N20)) uses BMW 11427953125 or BMW 11427634292, depending on which oil filter housing your car has; the 3.0L I6 Turbo (xDrive35i (N55)) uses BMW 11427953129; the 2.0L I4 Turbo Diesel (xDrive28d (N47)) uses BMW 11428507683. Match the engine on your door-jamb sticker or owner's manual.
How much oil does a 2015 BMW X3 take?
Oil capacity with a new filter — 2.0L I4 Turbo (xDrive28i (N20)): 5.1 qt; 3.0L I6 Turbo (xDrive35i (N55)): 6.9 qt. Add slightly less than the stated figure, then confirm the final level on the dipstick before driving.
What oil weight does a 2015 BMW X3 use?
Recommended viscosity — 2.0L I4 Turbo (xDrive28i (N20)): 0W-30; 3.0L I6 Turbo (xDrive35i (N55)): 0W-30; 2.0L I4 Turbo Diesel (xDrive28d (N47)): 0W-30.
How often should the oil be changed on a 2015 BMW X3?
2.0L I4 Turbo (xDrive28i (N20)) — normal service: Per BMW Condition Based Service — max 10,000 mi / 12 mo; severe service: CBS shortens the interval automatically under hard use; 3.0L I6 Turbo (xDrive35i (N55)) — normal service: Per BMW Condition Based Service — max 10,000 mi / 12 mo; severe service: CBS shortens the interval automatically under hard use; 2.0L I4 Turbo Diesel (xDrive28d (N47)) — normal service: Per BMW Condition Based Service — max 10,000 mi / 12 mo; severe service: CBS shortens the interval automatically under hard use. Severe service means short trips, towing, dusty roads or extended idling.
Is the 2015 BMW X3 oil filter a cartridge or a spin-on?
2.0L I4 Turbo (xDrive28i (N20)): Cartridge; 3.0L I6 Turbo (xDrive35i (N55)): Cartridge; 2.0L I4 Turbo Diesel (xDrive28d (N47)): Cartridge.
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