How often should I change the engine oil in my BMW 2 Coupe (G42) 230i 245 hp?
The manufacturer BMW recommends changing the oil in your 2 Coupe (G42) 230 i 245 hp (180 kW) every 15,000 km or every 12 months.
Please also be aware that your oil might need changing if the dashboard engine oil warning light comes on.
What engine oil and oil type is recommended for BMW 2 Coupe (G42) 230 i Petrol 245 hp?
Designations
SAE viscosity grade
Car maker approval
ACEA C6
0W-20
BMW Longlife-17 FE+
API SP RC
0W-30
Volvo VCC RBS0-2AE
ILSAC GF-6A
5W-30
MB 229.72
You can find a complete list of recommended oil brands and types in your car owner's manual.
Manufacturer recommendations:
BMW Longlife-17 FE+, Volvo VCC RBS0-2AE, MB 229.72, MB 229.71, Chrysler MS-12145, Fiat 9.55535-GSX, Ford WSS-M2C962-A1, STJLR.03.5006-16, Ford WSS-M2C947-B1, Dexos D, OV0401547
Manufacturer recommendations:
BMW Longlife-17 FE+, STJLR.03.5006, MB 229.71, MB 229.72, OV0401547-A20, Chrysler MS-12145, FIat 9.55535-DSX, FIat 9.55535-GSX, Ford WSS-M2C947-B1, Ford WSS-M2C962-A1
Manufacturer recommendations:
BMW Longlife-17 FE+, STJLR.03.5006, MB 229.71, MB 229.72, OV0401547-A20, Chrysler MS-12145, FIat 9.55535-DSX, FIat 9.55535-GSX, Ford WSS-M2C947-B1, Ford WSS-M2C962-A1
If a part is temporarily unavailable, you could substitute it with these parts:
FEBI BILSTEIN SP 198812 Engine oil
5W-40, 5W-40, 4l
Article number:
198812
0/5
Details
SAE viscosity class:
5W-40
Version:
SP
Oil Viscosity Classification SAE:
5W-40
Capacity [litre]:
4
Specification:
Chrysler MS-12991, Fiat 9.55535-H2, Fiat 9.55535-M2, Fiat 9.55535-N2, Fiat 9.55535-Z2, MB 229.5, MB 229.3, MB 226.5, Porsche A40, PSA B71 2296, Renault RN0700, Renault RN0710, VW 502 00, VW 505 00, API SP, ACEA A3/B4
Manufacturer recommendations:
Chrysler MS-12991, Fiat 9.55535-H2, Fiat 9.55535-M2, Fiat 9.55535-N2, Fiat 9.55535-Z2, MB 229.5, MB 229.3, MB 226.5, Porsche A40, PSA B71 2296, Renault RN0700, Renault RN0710, VW 502 00, VW 505 00
Packing Type:
Canister
Catalytic Converter Type:
for vehicles without soot particulate filter
If a part is temporarily unavailable, you could substitute it with these parts:
FEBI BILSTEIN SP 198813 Engine oil
5W-40, 5W-40, 5l
Article number:
198813
0/5
Details
SAE viscosity class:
5W-40
Version:
SP
Oil Viscosity Classification SAE:
5W-40
Capacity [litre]:
5
Specification:
Chrysler MS-12991, Fiat 9.55535-H2, Fiat 9.55535-M2, Fiat 9.55535-N2, Fiat 9.55535-Z2, MB 229.5, MB 229.3, MB 226.5, Porsche A40, PSA B71 2296, Renault RN0700, Renault RN0710, VW 502 00, VW 505 00, API SP, ACEA A3/B4
Manufacturer recommendations:
Chrysler MS-12991, Fiat 9.55535-H2, Fiat 9.55535-M2, Fiat 9.55535-N2, Fiat 9.55535-Z2, MB 229.5, MB 229.3, MB 226.5, Porsche A40, PSA B71 2296, Renault RN0700, Renault RN0710, VW 502 00, VW 505 00
Packing Type:
Canister
Catalytic Converter Type:
for vehicles without soot particulate filter
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Details
Product line:
Hightec
Version:
Synt RSB 12FE
Oil Viscosity Classification SAE:
0W-30
Capacity [litre]:
5
Oil:
Part Synthetic Oil
Specification:
ACEA A5/B5, ACEA C2, API SP RC, API SN Plus, ILSAC GF-6A
Manufacturer recommendations:
Chrysler MS-13340, BMW Longlife-12 FE, MB 227.61, MB 229.61, Ford WSS-M2C950-A