BMW X5, E70 (USA)

Automatic transmission fluid capacity & service interval

BMW X5, E70 (USA) models utilize automatic transmission fluid with capacities ranging from 8,5 to 10,3 liters. Service intervals consist of 100000 miles or 24 months. The data covers 6 configurations.

The configuration chart below lists fill volumes and service intervals for each engine and trim variant.

TypeSpecifications
X5 35i xDrive (2010-2013)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 8,5 liter
  • Code: ZF GA8HP 8/1
X5 50i xDrive (2010-2013)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 8,5 liter
  • Code: ZF GA8HP 8/1
X5 M (2009-2013)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 9-10 liter
  • Code: ZF 6HP26/6HP28 6/1
X5 xDrive35d (2008-2013)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 9-10 liter
  • Change 24 months
  • Code: ZF GA6HP26Z 6/1
X5 30si (2007-2010)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 9 liter
  • Code: ZF GA6HP19Z/GA6HP26Z 6/1
X5 48i (2007-2010)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 10,3 liter
  • Change 100000 miles
  • Code: ZF 6HP26/6HP28 6/1

Additional Notes

  • The BMW X5 E70 (USA) automatic transmission fluid capacities vary across engine variants, ranging from 8.5 liters on the 35i xDrive and 50i xDrive up to 10.3 liters on the 48i, reflecting differences in transmission unit size and design across the model range.
  • The X5 48i (2007-2010) carries the highest fixed capacity in the lineup at 10.3 liters, a figure consistent with a full overhaul or dry-fill level rather than a typical service top-up, which would normally be lower.
  • The X5 M (2009-2013) and the xDrive35d (2008-2013) both list a capacity range of 9-10 liters rather than a single fixed value, which typically indicates that the actual fill level depends on the transmission's internal state at the time of service, such as residual fluid retained in the torque converter or valve body.
  • The X5 35i xDrive (2010-2013) and X5 50i xDrive (2010-2013) share an identical capacity of 8.5 liters despite differing significantly in engine displacement and output, suggesting both use the same transmission unit.
  • The X5 48i (2007-2010) specifies a change interval of 100,000 miles under normal use conditions, one of the longer fluid service intervals seen in automatic transmissions and consistent with BMW's general approach to extended-life transmission fluid schedules during this era.
  • The X5 xDrive35d (2008-2013) specifies a change interval expressed in time rather than mileage, at 24 months under normal use conditions. A time-based interval is common for diesel applications where operating cycles and thermal loads may differ from petrol equivalents, making mileage alone a less reliable service trigger.
  • The X5 30si (2007-2010) lists a 9-liter capacity with no change interval specified, while the 48i from the same generation (2007-2010) lists a higher 10.3-liter capacity with a 100,000-mile interval, indicating that even within the same model years, transmission specifications differ by engine variant.

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