Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2015 X5.
The 2015 BMW X5 is classified as a passenger car, with an engine oil capacity of 6.9 quarts using 0W-30, 0W-40, or 5W-30 viscosity, mated to an eight-speed automatic (S8) transmission and EPA-rated at 14 city / 19 highway / 16 combined mpg. Within the X5's 1999–2026 complaint history, the 2015 model lands in the middle tier: its 149 owner complaints sit below the 2008 high of 333 and above the 2026 low of 10, with engine problems cited as the top complaint area and six recalls recorded. For researchers, that means the 2015 X5 is not the model's worst year, but engine-related service records and recall completion should be central to any evaluation.
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 95R · 850 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 11428637820 |
| Engine air filter | 13717638566 alt 13718518111 |
| Fuel filter | 13327822499 |
| Spark plug | 12120040581 alt 12120037582 |
| Battery | 61219364597 alt 61216806755 |
| Front wiper blades | 61610039697 |
| Thermostat | 11518512234 alt 11538632664 |
| Cabin air filter | 64319194098 alt 64316804939 |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| Overall length | 192.5 in |
| Overall width | 76.4 in |
| Overall height | 69.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 115.4 in |
| Curb weight | 4930 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 64.6 / 65 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 50/50 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 14 / 19 / 16 mpg |
| Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive |
| Recommended fuel | Premium Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the X5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | M 4.4L Twin-Turbo V8 | 3.70 sec | 12.20 sec | 567 hp | AWD |
| 2015 | M 4.4L Twin-Turbo V8 | 3.80 sec | 12.30 sec | 567 hp | AWD |
| 2015 | M 4.4L Twin-Turbo V8 | 4.20 sec | 12.20 sec | 567 hp | AWD |
| 2015 | xDrive35i 3.0L Turbo I-6 | 5.80 sec | 14.50 sec | 300 hp | AWD |
| 2014 | xDrive50i 4.4L Twin-Turbo V8 | 4.30 sec | 12.80 sec | 445 hp | AWD |
| 2014 | xDrive50i 4.4L Twin-Turbo V8 | 4.30 sec | 12.80 sec | 445 hp | AWD |
| 2014 | xDrive35i 3.0L Turbo I-6 | 5.90 sec | 14.50 sec | 300 hp | AWD |
| 2014 | xDrive35i 3.0L Turbo I-6 | 6.00 sec | 14.60 sec | 300 hp | AWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 6.9 qt of 0W-30 / 0W-40 / 5W-30 engine oil, Standard: Castrol SAF-X0, Dynamic: right 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 1-5-4-8-6-3-7-2. 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 | Standard: Castrol SAF-X0, Dynamic: right |
| Engine Coolant | Ethylene Glycol |
| Engine Coolant Capacity | 10.9 |
| Engine Coolant | Ethylene Glycol |
| Engine Coolant Capacity | 16.7 |
| Engine Oil | 0W-30 · 0W-40 · 5W-30 · 5W-40 |
| Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts | 30 ft-lbs |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 11 |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 9.5 |
| Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug | M12 Bolts: 18.0, M22 Bolts: 44.0 ft-lbs |
| Driveshaft Flange to Transmission | M8 Bolts: 33.0, M10: 58.0 ft-lbs |
| Transfer Case Fill Plug | 24.0 ft-lbs |
| Transfer Case Drain Plug | 24.0 ft-lbs |
| Front Wheel Hub | 310 ft-lbs |
| Rear Wheel Hub | 310 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-5-3-6-2-4 |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-5-4-8-6-3-7-2 |
| 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 | 95R |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 850 cca |
| Pressure Test | 21.7 psi |
| Radiator Cap Pressure Relief | 17-23 psi |
| Pressure Test | 29 psi |
| Radiator Cap Pressure Relief | 26-30 psi |
| Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque | 81 Replace Bolts. |
| Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque | 81 Replace Bolts. |
| 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 |
Prep Do not reuse old bolts
| 1 | 22.0 ft. lbs. | 22 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 3 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
Prep Do not reuse old bolts
| 1 | 22.0 ft. lbs. | 22 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 3 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The federal record shows no entry for the 2015 model year, so direct complaint, recall, investigation or TSB counts for that year are unavailable. However, the surrounding years reveal a clear pattern: complaints peaked at 333 in 2008, then fell to 307 in 2011 and dropped sharply to 70 by 2016, indicating a general downward trend through the early‑2010s. Placing 2015 between the 2011 (307 complaints, 15 recalls) and 2016 (70 complaints, 5 recalls) points suggests it would likely have experienced complaint and recall levels intermediate between those two years, continuing the improving trend before the later uptick seen in 2019‑2020. The absence of a 2015 figure means any inference is provisional, but the data imply that the 2015 X5 was likely part of the generation’s relatively low‑problem period. Consequently, if reliability is a primary concern, the 2015 model appears to be a reasonable choice, though buyers should verify individual vehicle history due to the lack of specific federal‑record detail for that year.
All 149 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 411 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| B010122 | 2026-01-21 | Engine | N63TU1 CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT SVC CAMPAIGN: OIL CONSUMPTION DIAGNOSIS/REPAIR |
| B011125 | 2025-08-08 | Engine | The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Cooler (with EGR Valve) and the Auxiliary Exhaust Gas… |
| B010520 | 2024-01-23 | Engine And Engine Cooling | The vehicle demonstrates a power loss and the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) on. The… |
| 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… |
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6.9 qt of Gasoline engines: 0W-30, 0W-40, 5W-30, 5W-40 oil meeting BMW specification LL01.Diesel engines: 0W-30, 0W-40, 5W-30, 5W-40 oil meeting BMW specification LL04, per the factory manual.
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 14 city / 19 highway / 16 combined mpg.