How Often Should a BMW Be Serviced?
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BMW vehicles should be serviced approximately every 10,000 kilometers. The purpose of car maintenance is to filter impurities from the engine oil and gasoline, preventing these contaminants from entering the engine and affecting its normal operation. Regularly replacing these components can effectively extend the engine's lifespan, maintain the vehicle's cleanliness, ensure normal technical conditions, eliminate potential hazards, prevent malfunctions, and slow down the deterioration process. Taking the 2021 BMW 3 Series as an example, its body dimensions are: length 4719mm, width 1827mm, height 1459mm, wheelbase 2851mm, fuel tank capacity 59 liters, and the body structure is a 4-door, 5-seater sedan.
The maintenance interval for BMW cars really can't be generalized. According to the official manual, basic maintenance is typically recommended every 10,000 kilometers or once a year, whichever comes first. Having driven a BMW for nearly a decade, based on my experience, I shorten the interval to every 8,000 kilometers for synthetic oil and filter changes if there's frequent city traffic congestion, while also checking tires and brake pads. For less highway driving, the interval can be extended slightly, but don't exceed one year to avoid oil degradation issues. BMWs also feature intelligent systems that remind you of maintenance schedules, which is very convenient. Each maintenance session costs a few hundred yuan, but it saves fuel and prevents unexpected breakdowns. In the long run, the car becomes more durable and safer. I especially add an extra check before winter to ensure everything is in order.