BMW X1 Oil Type & Capacity
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the BMW X1 takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 5.6 qt with a filter change, on 2018-2027 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2016-2017 models take 5.5 qt - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018-2027 | 0W-20 | 5.6 qt | Shop 0W-20 |
| 2016-2017 | 0W-20 | 5.5 qt | Shop 0W-20 |
| 2014-2015 | 0W-20 / 0W-30 | 5.3-6.9 qt | Shop 0W-20Shop 0W-30 |
| 2013 | 0W-30 | 5.3-6.9 qt | Shop 0W-30 |
| 2012 | 0W-30 | 5.3 qt | Shop 0W-30 |
Capacity is with a filter change and can vary by engine - open your exact year below for the per-engine figures and our sources. Shop links go to Amazon, and we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Every X1 year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a BMW X1 take?
GarageDex's oil-spec data shows the BMW X1 takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 5.6 qt with a filter change, on 2018-2027 models. Older ones use the same grade but hold a different amount - 2016-2017 models take 5.5 qt - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a BMW X1 take?
About 5.6 qt with a filter change on 2018-2027 models, and 5.5 qt on 2016-2017 models. Capacity varies by engine, so check your exact year for the per-engine figure - and finish on the dipstick rather than pouring in the full amount.
Does the oil type change by year on the BMW X1?
Yes. We record 5 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2018-2027: 0W-20; 2016-2017: 0W-20; 2014-2015: 0W-20/0W-30. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.
Sources. The oil grade and capacity for 15 of 16 model years is checked against a cited source, most often AMSOIL lookup guide - 2026 BMW X1, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo (B48A20O2, B48A20T1), Car and Driver and EPA fuel economy listing (2027 engines). Each year page lists its own sources.
Last verified 2026-10-08. Maintained by Matan B., who runs GarageDex. How we verify.