How many liters of engine oil is within the normal range for a BMW X3?

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LaElijah
07/28/25 6:48pm
Adding approximately 4.8 liters of engine oil is within the normal range for a BMW X3. The BMW X3 recommends using full synthetic engine oil from brands such as Mobil, Shell, and Castrol. Taking the 2021 BMW X3 as an example, it is a mid-size SUV with the following dimensions: length 4717mm, width 1891mm, height 1689mm, wheelbase 2864mm, and a curb weight of 1860kg. The 2021 BMW X3 features a double-joint spring strut front suspension and a multi-link independent rear suspension. It is equipped with a 2.0T turbocharged engine, delivering a maximum horsepower of 184PS, maximum torque of 290Nm, and maximum power of 135kW, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission.
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LaArcher
08/12/25 12:14am
Last time I took my friend's BMW X3 for maintenance, the technician added exactly 5.25 liters of oil to the B48 engine, reaching the MAX mark on the dipstick. The official manual for this 2.0T engine states 5.25 liters, but experienced technicians say it's impossible to drain 100% of the old oil, so 5 liters is more common. The key is not to exceed the upper limit—I've personally seen a case where the owner added an extra 0.2 liters, causing the engine to throw a fault code due to excessive crankcase oil pressure, which can also damage oil seals. It's recommended to start the engine for two minutes after adding oil, then turn it off and wait three minutes before checking the electronic dipstick for the most accurate reading.
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