What is the difference between the BMW M52 engines?

BMW M52 petrol engines for E36, E39, E46 and Z3. We list 2 versions: M52B28 (2.8 liter (2,793 cc), 142 kW (193 HP), 1995 to 2000); M52B25 (2.5 liter (2,494 cc), 125 kW (170 HP), 1995 to 2000).

The versions share the same basic design, but the power, the turbo or injection set-up, the electronics and the emission standard change. The right one for you is the one your car was built with.

The M52 family was used in chassis E36, E39, E46, Z3 and E38. Before a unit is listed, the yard checks the engine code against the listing, writes down the parts fitted to it, seals every opening and photographs the real engine you will receive.

Not sure? Send us your VIN and your gearbox code. We match the engine family, the year window and the parts on the engine before anything is reserved, and the check is free.