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2017 BMW 320i xDrive

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2017 320i xDrive.

Transmission Automatic (S8)

The 2017 BMW 320i xDrive is EPA-rated at 23/34/27 mpg city/highway/combined.

Model year2017 2016

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Lug nut torque103 ft-lbsOEM · verified

EPA fuel economy23/34/27 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 94R · 800 CCA battery, OE oil filter 11428683168. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 94R · 800 CCAOEM · verified

Tire sizeP225/50R17OEM · verified

Wheel / rim7.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter	11428683168 alt 11425B3A1A5
Engine air filter	13718507320
Spark plug	12120039664
Battery	61217635788 alt 61216806755
Front wiper blades	61615A43585
Cabin air filter	64119237555 alt 64116821995

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

Transmission

Automatic (S8)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length	182.3 in
Overall width	71.3 in
Overall height	56.3 in
Wheelbase	110.6 in
Curb weight	3450 lb
Track (front / rear)	60.6 / 62.2 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)	50/50

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined	23 / 34 / 27 mpg
Drivetrain	All-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume	96 cu ft
Cargo volume	13 cu ft
Recommended fuel	Premium Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 103 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 20.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Brake Fluid	DOT 4
Clutch Fluid	DOT 4

Engine torques

Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s)	7.4 ft-lbs
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s)	3.0 ft-lbs
Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs	108.0 inch lbs. ft-lbs
Oxygen (O2S) Sensor Bolt(s)	35.0 ft-lbs
Knock Sense (KS) Bolt(s)	18.0 ft-lbs
Nitrogen Oxide (NOX) Sensor Bolt(s)	37.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pan to Block Bolts	9.0 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug	20.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts

103 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order	1-3-4-2
Spark Plug Gap	Not adjustable in

Battery & A/C

Refrigerant	R134a
Refrigerant Capacity	1.19-1.23 lbs
Oil Group	PAG
Oil Type	46
Standard BCI Group Number	94R
Standard BCI Cranking Performance	800 cca
Standard BCI Group Number	48
Standard BCI Cranking Performance	760 cca

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 3 stages

1	15.0 ft. lbs.	15 ft. lbs
2	70 degrees	70 degrees
3	70

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages

Prep 1995cc Liter Engines: Step 1: 30 ft. lbs.

2	+ 120 degrees. 1997cc Liter Engines: 26 ft. lbs. 1998cc Liter Engines: Step 1: 21 ft. lbs.	120 degrees
2	+ 180

Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 3 stages

Prep Do not reuse old bolts. Use new bolts coated with clean engine oil. Tighten all bolts to finger tight then continue on with the following procedure.

1	22.0 ft. lbs.	22 ft. lbs
2	90 degrees	90 degrees
3	180

Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 2 stages

1	44.0 ft. lbs.	44 ft. lbs
2	45

Main Bearings — tightening sequence 4 stages

Prep Gasoline engines · M8 Bolts

1	84 inch lbs.	84 in
2	55 degrees; M11 Bolts	55 degrees
1	15.0 ft. lbs.	15 ft. lbs
2	100 degrees; Diesel engines	100 degrees
1	18.0 ft. lbs.	18 ft. lbs
2	36.0 ft. lbs.	36 ft. lbs
3	60 degrees	60 degrees
4	60 degrees	60 degrees

Main Bearings — tightening sequence 2 stages

1	15.0 ft. lbs.	15 ft. lbs
2	90

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

This vehicle uses condition-based service — it signals maintenance needs through its onboard service indicator rather than fixed mileage intervals. Items on the factory schedule:

Replace	Engine Oil Filter · Spark Plugs · Engine Oil · Cabin Air Filter · Engine Air Filter Element
Inspect	Windshield Washer System · Parking Brake System · Body Water Drains · Underbody · Brake Line · Tire Repair Kit Sealant · Disc Brake Caliper · Brake Rotor
Road test	Universal Vehicle Operation
Inspect Fluid Level	Engine Coolant System
Reset	Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Drain, Refill & Bleed	Brake Hydraulic System

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420

Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1

P0300

Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected

P0171

System too lean — Bank 1

P0455

Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak

P0128

Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature

P0442

Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Group 94R battery Engine oil filter 11428683168 Engine air filter 13718507320 Spark plug 12120039664 Battery 61217635788

Reference guides

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Frequently asked

What gas mileage does the 320i xDrive get?

EPA figures are 23 city / 34 highway / 27 combined mpg.