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2016 BMW 328d xDrive

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2016 328d xDrive.

Transmission Automatic (S8)

The 2016 BMW 328d xDrive is EPA-rated at 30/40/34 mpg city/highway/combined.

Model year20172016

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacityRefer to the appropriate Motologic service procedures for drain and refill procedure.OEM · verified
EPA fuel economy30/40/34 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 11428580682. 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 size225/50R17OEM · verified
Wheel / rimSTANDARD 7.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter11428580682 alt 11428580680
Engine air filter13718511668
Fuel filter13327822497
Battery61216806755 alt 61216924021
Front wiper blades61615A43585
Thermostat11518512234 alt 11518516207
Cabin air filter64116821995 alt 64119237555

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S8)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length182.3 in
Overall width71.3 in
Overall height56.3 in
Wheelbase110.6 in
Curb weight3620 lb
Track (front / rear)60.6 / 62.2 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)50/50

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined30 / 40 / 34 mpg
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume96 cu ft
Cargo volume13 cu ft
Recommended fuelDiesel

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine Hypoid axle oil G1 in the differential, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque the oil drain plug to M12 Bolts: 18.0, M22 Bolts: 44.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Brake FluidDOT 4
Clutch FluidDOT 4
Differential Gear OilHypoid axle oil G1
Differential Gear Oil Capacity1.5-3.0
Manual Transmission Fluid Capacity3.0-3.2
Manual Transmission Fluid Capacity2.5-3.2
Manual Transmission FluidBMW MTF-LT-5
Manual Transmission Fluid Capacity2.5-3.0

Engine torques

Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts9.5
Engine Oil Pan Drain PlugM12 Bolts: 18.0, M22 Bolts: 44.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Steering Track (Rod End) Bolts29.5 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Spark Plug ManufacturerBMW
Spark Plug TypeM14X1.25
Spark Plug Gapnon-adjustable in
Spark Plug Torque20.0 - 24.3 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.18-1.25 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Standard BCI Group Number94R
Standard BCI Cranking Performance800 cca

Service checks

Pressure Test21.6 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief17-23 psi

Brakes

Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.145; Rear: 0.145 pads
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementFront w/11.81"

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:

ReplaceEngine Oil Filter · Fuel Filter · Engine Oil · Cabin Air Filter · Engine Air Filter Element
InspectWindshield Washer System · Parking Brake System · Body Water Drains · Underbody · Brake Line · Disc Brake Caliper · Brake Rotor · Air Bag System
Road testUniversal Vehicle Operation
Inspect Fluid LevelDiesel Emissions Fluid · Engine Coolant System
ResetTire Pressure Monitoring System
Drain, Refill & BleedBrake 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

VIN tools

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Vehicles with shared specs

Find every vehicle that shares this one's battery, bulbs, oil capacity, platform or parts.

Group 94R batteryVehicles taking Refer to the appropriate Motologic service procedures for drain and refill procedure.Engine oil filter 11428580682Engine air filter 13718511668Fuel filter 13327822497Battery 61216806755

Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

OBD-II trouble codesMaintenance schedulesFluid capacities & specs

Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2016 328d xDrive take?

Refer to the appropriate Motologic service procedures for drain and refill procedure. of Use engine oil meeting BMW specification LL-01 or equivalent., per the factory manual.

What gas mileage does the 328d xDrive get?

EPA figures are 30 city / 40 highway / 34 combined mpg.