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What is the best oil type for a 2013 BMW X3?
The oil light came on in my 2013 BMW X3, but I don’t have time right now to take it in for a change. I’m thinking about just doing it myself, but I’m not sure what I need. What kind of oil does a 2013 BMW X3 take?
Kathryn Mae Kurlychek · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
You can save money on a mechanic and perform an oil change at home. The best type of engine oil to use in your
2013 BMW X3
is SAE 0W-30 full synthetic oil, according to BMW. What do those numbers mean? The oil grade represents how thick or thin the oil is (aka the oil’s viscosity) at a specific temperature. In the case of 0W-30, your oil will run thicker or thinner depending on how hot or cold it is. In the winter, the viscosity will stay low, meaning the oil will circulate more easily and help to warm your car up faster. But as the temperature increases, so will the oil viscosity.
Synthetic oils are a blend of chemicals that help clean and protect your engine as it runs, so you tend to have to change them less often.
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