Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| At 150,000 mi | Oxygen Sensor (replace) |
Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2014 320i.
The 2014 BMW 320i sits at the base of the 3 Series as a passenger car, with its 5.5-quart engine oil capacity paired exclusively to an eight-speed automatic transmission and manufacturer-recommended viscosities of 0W-30, 0W-40, or 5W-30. EPA ratings of 23 mpg city, 35 mpg highway, and 28 mpg combined position it as a measured entry in the segment, a clean mechanical story that does not, however, extend to its reliability record. Across the 2000 through 2015 window tracked here, 2014 stands as the highest-complaint year on file with 51 owner filings — a steep climb from 2012's low of just 3 — and engine issues lead the list alongside seven recalls issued for the model. For a researcher weighing this model year, that single-year spike in powertrain-related grievances, isolated against otherwise quiet years, is the defining context for situating the 320i within the broader 3 Series history.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
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.
| Engine oil filter | 11428683168 alt 11428637821 |
| Engine air filter | 13718507320 |
| Spark plug | 12120039664 |
| Battery | 61217598775 alt 61217635788 |
| Front wiper blades | 61615A43585 |
| Cabin air filter | 64116821995 alt 64119237555 |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| Overall length | 182.3 in |
| Overall width | 71.3 in |
| Overall height | 56.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 110.6 in |
| Curb weight | 3296 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 60.6 / 62.2 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 50/50 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 23 / 35 / 28 mpg |
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Passenger volume | 96 cu ft |
| Cargo volume | 13 cu ft |
| Recommended fuel | Premium Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the 320i of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Sedan 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 6.60 sec | 15.10 sec | 180 hp | RWD |
| 2013 | Sedan 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 6.50 sec | 15.10 sec | 180 hp | RWD |
| 2013 | Sedan 2.0L Turbo I-4 | 6.70 sec | 15.20 sec | 180 hp | RWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 5.5 qt of 0W-30 / 0W-40 / 5W-30 engine oil, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 88 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to M12 Bolts: 18.0, M22 Bolts: 44.0 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.
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | BMW part number 83222152426 |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 10.5-11.5 |
| Brake Fluid | DOT 4 |
| Differential Gear Oil Capacity | 2 Pints |
| Engine Oil | 0W-30 · 0W-40 · 5W-30 · 5W-40 |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 5.5 qt |
| Manual Transmission Fluid | BMW MTF part number 83229408942 |
| Manual Transmission Fluid Capacity | 2.7 |
| Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug | M12 Bolts: 18.0, M22 Bolts: 44.0 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 88 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | BMW |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Refrigerant Capacity | 1.19-1.90 lbs |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 94R |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 800 cca |
| Optional BCI Group Number | 49 |
| Optional BCI Cranking Performance | 850 cca |
| Pressure Test | 21.7 psi |
| Radiator Cap Pressure Relief | 17-23 psi |
| Engine Compression | 101-145 psi |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | Front: 0.145; Rear: 0.145 pads |
Prep Do not reuse old bolts
| 1 | 22.0 ft. lbs. | 22 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 3 | Bolts 1-10 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 4 | 45 degrees | 45 degrees |
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| At 150,000 mi | Oxygen Sensor (replace) |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2014 BMW 320i shows a sharp rise in reported issues compared with its immediate predecessors, jumping from 9 complaints in 2013 to 51 in 2014 and increasing recalls from 3 to 7, while technical service bulletins (TSBs) remain high at 486. This spike follows a broader upward arc that began in 2012 (3 complaints, 3 recalls, 42 TSBs) and peaks in 2014 before receding to 33 complaints and 3 recalls in 2015, indicating 2014 sits at the apex of the generation’s problem curve. The most frequent complaint categories in 2014 are Engine (6 reports), Unknown/Other (5), Air Bags (4), and Exterior Lighting (3), with a modest number of crash‑related (4) and fire‑related (1) complaints. The data does not specify root causes for these issues. **Takeaway:** Because 2014 records the highest complaint and recall counts in the recent series, it is a less favorable year to purchase relative to surrounding model years.
All 51 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 7 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
BMW North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 320i, 320xi, 328i, 328xi, 335i, 335xi, and ActiveHybrid3 vehicles manufactured October 20, 2011, to June 22, 2015, 2014-2015 328xi Sports Wagon… Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will upload revised software to correct the issue, free of charge. The recall began on October 7, 2015. Owners may contact BMW customer service…
BMW of North America LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2014 BMW 328i xDrive Sports Wagon, 2012-2014 BMW 320i Sedan, 328i Sedan, 320i xDrive Sedan, 328i xDrive Sedan, 2012-2013 BMW 528i Sedan, 528i xDrive Sedan… Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will install a locking ring in the camshaft to retain the camshaft seal disk in the proper location, free of charge. The recall began on…
Showing 5 of 486 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| B510819 | 2024-01-16 | Electrical System | The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met. |
| B611305 | 2024-01-11 | Electrical System | The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process… |
| B651523 | 2023-05-01 | Electrical System | After programming the head unit (HU-H2), activating the FSC (German word Freischaltcode)… |
| B840822 | 2023-03-01 | Electrical System | The 3G network in the US has been shut down. This means that only the 4G network will be… |
| B630917 | 2023-03-01 | Electrical System | Exterior rear lights do not work. |
The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.
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5.5 qt of 0W-30, 0W-40, 5W-30, 5W-40 OIL MEETING BMW SPECIFICATION LL01, per the factory manual.
NHTSA lists 7 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 23 city / 35 highway / 28 combined mpg.