Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2015 528i xDrive.
The 2015 BMW 528i xDrive is a passenger car featuring all-wheel drive capability paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission, and it holds 5.6 quarts of 5W-30 engine oil while achieving EPA fuel economy ratings of 22 mpg city, 32 mpg highway, and 26 mpg combined. With 62 owner complaints recorded for this model year, the 2015 528i xDrive occupies a middle position between its 2013 peak of 73 complaints and the 2014 low of 56 within the 2013–2015 complaint history range. The vehicle has been subject to one recall campaign, with Engine & Engine Cooling and Electrical System representing the two most frequently cited complaint categories across these model years.
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 | 13717582908 |
| Spark plug | 12120039664 |
| Battery | 61217598775 alt 61219394648 |
| Front wiper blades | 61612458015 |
| Thermostat | 11538635689 alt 11538636594 |
| Cabin air filter | 64119272642 alt 64116809933 |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| Overall length | 192.9 in |
| Overall width | 73.2 in |
| Overall height | 57.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 116.9 in |
| Curb weight | 4001 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 63 / 64.2 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 51/49 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 22 / 32 / 26 mpg |
| Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive |
| Passenger volume | 102 cu ft |
| Cargo volume | 14 cu ft |
| Recommended fuel | Premium Gasoline |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 5.6 qt of 5W-30 engine oil, Castrol SAF-X0 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. 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.
| Brake Fluid | DOT 4 |
| Clutch Fluid | DOT 4 |
| Differential Gear Oil | Castrol SAF-X0 |
| Engine Coolant | Ethylene Glycol |
| Engine Coolant Capacity | 9.5-11.5 |
| Engine Oil | Synthetic · SAE 5W |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 5.6 qt |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 18.5 gallons |
| Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts | 30 ft-lbs |
| Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug | M12 Bolts: 18.0, M22 Bolts: 44.0 ft-lbs |
| Transfer Case Fill Plug | 43.0 ft-lbs |
| Transfer Case Drain Plug | 43.0 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-3-4-2 |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | BMW |
| Spark Plug Type | M14X1.25 |
| Spark Plug Gap | non-adjustable in |
| Spark Plug Torque | 20.0 - 24.3 ft-lbs |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 94R |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 800 cca |
| Pressure Test | 21.7 psi |
| Radiator Cap Pressure Relief | 28-32 psi |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | Front: 0.145; Rear: 0.145 pads |
| Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for Replacement | Stamped on rotor |
| Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness after Refinish | Stamped on rotor |
| Vented Rotor Maximum Scoring Depth | Stamped on rotor |
| Variation from Parallelism Thickness Variation | Stamped on rotor |
| Maximum Rotor Runout | Stamped on rotor |
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 |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2015 BMW 528i xDrive sits at the end of a three-year federal-record arc showing a general improvement trend: complaints moderated from 73 in 2013 to 56 in 2014 before ticking up slightly to 62 in 2015, while recalls fell from 4 to 3 to 1 and TSBs dropped from 386 to 350 to 271. Within the 2015 record, the dominant complaint concentration is in Engine & Engine Cooling/Electrical System with 30 filings, followed by Engine at 7, with Structure and Unknown or Other at 4 each; the data does not specify a single root cause. Notably, 2015 carried zero crash complaints but four fire complaints. Compared with 2013 and 2014, 2015 has the fewest recalls and technical service bulletins, suggesting later-build examples benefited from running production changes. Given the lower recall exposure and declining TSB volume despite a modest complaint rebound, a well-documented 2015 528i xDrive looks like a comparatively sound choice within this generation, provided a pre-purchase inspection confirms the engine and electrical systems are healthy.
All 62 complaints on record, top 8 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.
Showing 5 of 271 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… |
| B160623 | 2023-12-20 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Engine will crank but not start. There is no communication with the integrated fuel… |
| B653423 | 2023-11-22 | Electrical System | Customers may state that the alarm system (DWA) is not active after locking their… |
| B010919 | 2023-11-16 | Engine And Engine Cooling | DIESEL FUEL INJECTORS: LTD WTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120,000 MILES |
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5.6 qt of BMW High Performance Synthetic Oil, SAE 5W-30 or equivalent., per the factory manual.
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 22 city / 32 highway / 26 combined mpg.