Which engine oil for your BMW? Why Mobil 1
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Which engine oil for your BMW?

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Which engine oil?

Find the right oil
for your BMW

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There are a full range of Mobil engine oils suitable for the different series of BMW cars, including oils suitable for petrol engines and oils suitable for diesel engines. There are Mobil engine oils engineered to be suitable for newer BMW models such as BMW X3 and the BMW 3 series, and engine oils formulated for older models such as the BMW 628CSi.

Mobil 1 0W-30 

BMW Longlife-04 approved oils

 

Mobil 1 ESP 0W-30 and Mobil 1 ESP Formula 5W-30 are fully synthetic low ash oils that have been approved by BMW as Longlife-04 oils for use in petrol and diesel engines in Europe.

 

Mobil 1 New Life 0W-40

BMW Longlife-01 approved oils

Mobil 1 New Life 0W-40 and Mobil 1 Turbo Diesel 0W-40 have been approved by BMW as
Longlife-01 oils.

Whether you have a large family BMW or a smaller Z series sports car, we can help you find the right oil for your car engine. Use our 'Which oil' tool at the bottom of the page to find out which oil is right for your BMW.

How can I save money by using Mobil 1?

Fully synthetic oils such as Mobil 1 circulate around your BMW engine more easily than traditional mineral oils, so your engine operates more efficiently. Mobil 1 also gets to work faster so your engine reaches peak operating efficiency quicker. Both of these benefits mean you get more miles per gallon (mpg) and so you save money on fuel.

How does fully synthetic oil protect my BMW engine?

Tests show that Mobil 1 can reach all moving parts of the engine 15 seconds faster than some conventional oils. Until your oil circulates fully, friction between dry parts of the engine will slowly reduce the life of the engine. Synthetic engine oils like Mobil 1 start circulating right away, protecting every moving part within the engine, and over time this can translate into savings in maintenance costs.

Which oil should I buy for my BMW?

It is important to use the right oil in your car to comply with the BMW manufacturer specifications. Using the right Mobil 1 product during routine servicing and according to your vehicle’s handbook will not affect the BMW manufacturer's warranty. You can obtain a recommendation by using the Mobil 'Which oil' tool and searching by make and model or car registration.