BMW F15 X5 and F16 X6 engines: every engine, fitment and price

The third X5 (F15) and second X6 (F16) were built from 2013 to 2019. Engines included the N55 and N63 petrols, the N47, B47 and N57 diesels and the S63 in the M models.

In total, 8 model and engine combinations are listed for the BMW F15 X5 and F16 X6 in our data, using 2 engine families: N57 and N63. Production covered 2013–2018 and 2014–2019. We currently hold 582 engines that suit these cars.

Every BMW F15 X5 and F16 X6 engine at a glance

BMW F15 X5 and F16 X6: petrol engines

N63 in the BMW F15 X5 and F16 X6

The F15 X5 50i uses the N63B44T2, a 4.4 L V8 rated at 450 hp and 650 Nm, built 2012–2018.

The F15 X5 50i uses the N63B44O1, a 4.4 L V8 rated at 450 hp and 650 Nm, built 2012–2018. See every N63B44O1 in stock.

BMW launched the N63 in 2008 in the X6 xDrive50i with a 'hot-V' layout, piezo direct injection and double VANOS.

On the N63, our workshop watches for oil consumption from valve stem seals, piezo injectors (early n63) and timing chain stretch. Prefer N63TU and later engines where the car allows it. Check the version letter on the engine code (B44A, B44B, B44C, B44D) before ordering.

Read our full N63 guide

We have 50 N63 engines that suit the BMW F15 X5 and F16 X6, from 2.392,00 €.

BMW F15 X5 and F16 X6: diesel engines

N57 in the BMW F15 X5 and F16 X6

F15 X5 30d: N57D30, 3.0 L, 258 hp and 560 Nm (2008–2017). See every N57D30 in stock.

For the F15 X5 40d, BMW fitted the N57D30T — 3.0 L, twin-turbo, 313 hp. See every N57D30T in stock.

F15 X5 40d: N57D30C, 3.0 L, 313 hp and 630 Nm (2010–2018). See every N57D30C in stock.

For the F15 X5 30d, BMW fitted the N57D30B — 3.0 L, turbocharged, 258 hp. See every N57D30B in stock.

F15 X5 M50d: N57D30S, 3.0 L, 381 hp and 740 Nm (2012–2018). See every N57D30S in stock.

The F16 X6 M50d uses the N57D30S, a 3.0 L inline-6 rated at 381 hp and 740 Nm, built 2012–2018. See every N57D30S in stock.

BMW launched the N57 in 2008 with common-rail injection and a rear timing chain.

On the N57, our workshop watches for swirl flaps, egr cooler and diesel particulate filter. Check the EGR recall and the swirl flaps when buying.

Read our full N57 guide

We have 444 N57 engines that suit the BMW F15 X5 and F16 X6, from 841,00 €.

Will it fit? BMW F15 X5 and F16 X6 engine questions

Will the N57D30 fit my BMW F15 X5 30d?

Yes, the BMW F15 X5 30d left the factory with the N57D30, so an N57D30 from another car is the direct replacement. The third X5 was built 2013–2018, and the N57D30 was produced 2008–2017, so check that your car's build date falls inside that window. Confirm the drive type (rear-drive or xDrive), the gearbox (manual or automatic) and the emissions standard, because these can change the sump, the flywheel and the software. Send us the VIN and we check all of it for you.

How much is a replacement engine for a BMW F15 X5 30d?

We have 148 N57D30 engines from F15 donor cars, priced from 841,00 € to 7.560,00 €. Delivery to your door is included, and the engine carries a 12-month warranty when fitted by a qualified workshop. Add fitting labour and the parts you replace at the same time — seals, cooling parts and mounts — to estimate the total.

Will the N57D30T fit my BMW F15 X5 40d?

For the BMW F15 X5 40d, the N57D30T is the factory engine and the one to order. The third X5 was built 2013–2018, and the N57D30T was produced 2009–2018, so check that your car's build date falls inside that window. Confirm the drive type (rear-drive or xDrive), the gearbox (manual or automatic) and the emissions standard, because these can change the sump, the flywheel and the software. Send us the VIN and we check all of it for you.

How much is a replacement engine for a BMW F15 X5 40d?

We have 1 N57D30T engine from F15 donor cars, priced from 5.963,00 €. Delivery to your door is included, and the engine carries a 12-month warranty when fitted by a qualified workshop. Add fitting labour and the parts you replace at the same time — seals, cooling parts and mounts — to estimate the total.

Will the N57D30C fit my BMW F15 X5 40d?

The N57D30C is the original engine for the BMW F15 X5 40d, which makes it the straightforward choice. The third X5 was built 2013–2018, and the N57D30C was produced 2010–2018, so check that your car's build date falls inside that window. Confirm the drive type (rear-drive or xDrive), the gearbox (manual or automatic) and the emissions standard, because these can change the sump, the flywheel and the software. Send us the VIN and we check all of it for you.

How much is a replacement engine for a BMW F15 X5 40d?

We have 25 N57D30C engines from F15 donor cars, priced from 2.031,00 € to 5.919,00 €. Delivery to your door is included, and the engine carries a 12-month warranty when fitted by a qualified workshop. Add fitting labour and the parts you replace at the same time — seals, cooling parts and mounts — to estimate the total.

Will the N57D30B fit my BMW F15 X5 30d?

Yes, the BMW F15 X5 30d left the factory with the N57D30B, so an N57D30B from another car is the direct replacement. The third X5 was built 2013–2018, and the N57D30B was produced 2011–2017, so check that your car's build date falls inside that window. Confirm the drive type (rear-drive or xDrive), the gearbox (manual or automatic) and the emissions standard, because these can change the sump, the flywheel and the software. Send us the VIN and we check all of it for you.

How much is a replacement engine for a BMW F15 X5 30d?

We have 63 N57D30B engines from F15 donor cars, priced from 1.418,00 € to 5.150,00 €. Delivery to your door is included, and the engine carries a 12-month warranty when fitted by a qualified workshop. Add fitting labour and the parts you replace at the same time — seals, cooling parts and mounts — to estimate the total.

Will the N63B44T2 fit my BMW F15 X5 50i?

For the BMW F15 X5 50i, the N63B44T2 is the factory engine and the one to order. The third X5 was built 2013–2018, and the N63B44T2 was produced 2012–2018, so check that your car's build date falls inside that window. Confirm the drive type (rear-drive or xDrive), the gearbox (manual or automatic) and the emissions standard, because these can change the sump, the flywheel and the software. Send us the VIN and we check all of it for you.

How much is a replacement engine for a BMW F15 X5 50i?

We have 1 N63B44T2 engine from F15 donor cars, priced from 8.151,00 €. Delivery to your door is included, and the engine carries a 12-month warranty when fitted by a qualified workshop. Add fitting labour and the parts you replace at the same time — seals, cooling parts and mounts — to estimate the total.

Will the N63B44O1 fit my BMW F15 X5 50i?

The N63B44O1 is the original engine for the BMW F15 X5 50i, which makes it the straightforward choice. The third X5 was built 2013–2018, and the N63B44O1 was produced 2012–2018, so check that your car's build date falls inside that window. Confirm the drive type (rear-drive or xDrive), the gearbox (manual or automatic) and the emissions standard, because these can change the sump, the flywheel and the software. Send us the VIN and we check all of it for you.

How much is a replacement engine for a BMW F15 X5 50i?

We have 1 N63B44O1 engine from F15 donor cars, priced from 3.290,00 €. Delivery to your door is included, and the engine carries a 12-month warranty when fitted by a qualified workshop. Add fitting labour and the parts you replace at the same time — seals, cooling parts and mounts — to estimate the total.

Engine swap questions for the BMW F15 X5 and F16 X6

Owners often ask whether a more powerful engine from another BMW F15 X5 and F16 X6 model can be fitted. These answers show what each upgrade involves.

Can I fit the N63B44O1 from the F15 X5 50i into an F15 X5 30d?

It is a full conversion: the N63B44O1 runs on petrol and the N57D30B on diesel, so the fuel system, wiring, ECU, instrument coding and usually the gearbox change too. The gain is 192 hp and 90 Nm. In Germany and most of Europe a swap must be inspected and registered; check with your testing station first.

Can I fit the N63B44O1 from the F15 X5 50i into an F15 X5 40d?

It is a full conversion: the N63B44O1 runs on petrol and the N57D30C on diesel, so the fuel system, wiring, ECU, instrument coding and usually the gearbox change too. The gain is 137 hp and 20 Nm. In Germany and most of Europe a swap must be inspected and registered; check with your testing station first.

Can I fit the N63B44O1 from the F15 X5 50i into an F15 X5 M50d?

It is a full conversion: the N63B44O1 runs on petrol and the N57D30S on diesel, so the fuel system, wiring, ECU, instrument coding and usually the gearbox change too. The gain is 69 hp and 0 Nm. In Germany and most of Europe a swap must be inspected and registered; check with your testing station first.

Can I fit the N63B44O1 from the F15 X5 50i into an F16 X6 M50d?

It is a full conversion: the N63B44O1 runs on petrol and the N57D30S on diesel, so the fuel system, wiring, ECU, instrument coding and usually the gearbox change too. The gain is 69 hp and 0 Nm. In Germany and most of Europe a swap must be inspected and registered; check with your testing station first.

Fitment and swap notes for the BMW F15 X5 and F16 X6

• The M50d uses the tri-turbo N57S.
• The 50i uses the N63TU.

Engines from the same family usually share mounts and gearbox bolt patterns, but wiring, ECU, sump and cooling differ between versions. Moving to a different family is a conversion, not a replacement.

N57: Remaps add around 50 hp. The N57 is popular for conversions.

N63: Remaps add 100 hp or more on TU engines. Heat management is the limit, so upgraded cooling is part of any serious build.

Known problems by engine in the BMW F15 X5 and F16 X6

N57

• Swirl flaps. Check the intake.
• EGR cooler. Check the recall status.
• Diesel particulate filter. Read the soot load.
• Timing chain. Listen for a rattle on a cold start.
• Injectors. Read injector correction values.

N63

• Oil consumption from valve stem seals. Ask for oil consumption figures and check whether the seals have been replaced.
• Piezo injectors (early N63). Read misfire counters and check injector revisions.
• Timing chain stretch. Read the camshaft timing values and listen at cold start.
• Turbo coolant and oil lines. Look for coolant loss and oil smoke.
• Crankcase ventilation. Check for smoke and oil in the intake.
• Battery drain. Check that the cooling pump after-run works.

How to identify the right engine for your BMW F15 X5 and F16 X6

Start with the VIN. The last seven characters identify your car in BMW's systems, and from them we can confirm the engine code, the production date, the gearbox and whether the car has xDrive. That is the only reliable way to order.

Next, check the stamp on the block. On most BMW four- and six-cylinder engines it sits on the left side of the block below the intake; on V engines it is usually at the back near the gearbox. The stamp shows the engine code and serial number.

Finally, compare the ancillaries. Two engines with the same code can carry different turbos, injectors, manifolds or sensors depending on the model and market. Our listings show what is fitted to each unit.

BMW F15 X5 and F16 X6 engine prices

Across 582 BMW F15 X5 and F16 X6 engine units in our stock today, prices start at 729,00 € and reach 8.151,00 €. The median — the price in the middle of the range — is 4.645,00 €.

Prices depend on the exact version, the donor's mileage, how complete the engine is and the demand for that code. Higher-output versions, low mileage and dressed engines with turbo, injectors and ancillaries cost more; long blocks and higher mileage cost less.

BMW F15 X5 and F16 X6 engine prices by model year

Engines from 2010–2014 have a median of 4.583,00 €, while units from 2015–2019 sit at 4.740,00 €. Newer engines usually cost more because they come from younger donor cars with lower mileage and later updates.

BMW F15 X5 and F16 X6 engine prices by mileage

Mileage matters less than history on a well-maintained BMW engine, but it is a useful guide. A low-mileage unit from a younger car gives you more life for a modest premium.

BMW F15 X5 and F16 X6 engines in stock now

These BMW F15 X5 and F16 X6 engine units are in our Hamburg yard right now. Each listing shows real photographs of the engine you receive, its mileage and what is fitted.

BMW F16 X6 xDrive35d N57D30B Engine 2014, 108,300 km5.075,00 €BMW F16 X6 M50d N57D30S Engine 2014, 202,700 km6.520,00 €BMW F15 X5 xDrive35d N57D30B Engine 2015, 34,800 km4.452,00 €BMW F16 X6 M50d N57D30S Engine 2015, 201,800 km5.112,00 €BMW F15 X5 xDrive35d N57D30B Engine 2013, 53,400 km4.486,00 €BMW F16 X6 xDrive35d N57D30B Engine 2014, 166,900 km5.003,00 €BMW F15 X5 xDrive35d N57D30B Engine 2018, 76,200 km4.460,00 €BMW F16 X6 M50d N57D30S Engine 2013, 62,600 km4.728,00 €BMW F16 X6 M50d N57D30S Engine 2012, 196,700 km5.102,00 €BMW F16 X6 M50d N57D30S Engine 2015, 46,200 km5.241,00 €BMW F15 X5 xDrive35d N57D30B Engine 2016, 103,200 km4.557,00 €BMW F15 X5 xDrive30d N57D30A Engine 2010, 204,000 km3.177,00 €

BMW F16 X6 xDrive35d N57D30B Engine 2014, 108,300 km — 5.075,00 €, reduced from 6.450,00 €. It comes from a 2014 donor car with 108,300 km, and 26 units are available. We can confirm fitment against your VIN the same day.

BMW F16 X6 M50d N57D30S Engine 2014, 202,700 km — 6.520,00 €, reduced from 7.550,00 €. It comes from a 2014 donor car with 202,700 km, and 8 units are available. Ask the desk for compression figures or extra photographs before you order.

BMW F15 X5 xDrive35d N57D30B Engine 2015, 34,800 km — 4.452,00 €, reduced from 5.450,00 €. It comes from a 2015 donor car with 34,800 km, and 27 units are available. We can confirm fitment against your VIN the same day.

BMW F16 X6 M50d N57D30S Engine 2015, 201,800 km — 5.112,00 €, reduced from 6.150,00 €. It comes from a 2015 donor car with 201,800 km, and 17 units are available. The listing shows every side of the engine and the fitted parts.

BMW F15 X5 xDrive35d N57D30B Engine 2013, 53,400 km — 4.486,00 €, reduced from 5.400,00 €. It comes from a 2013 donor car with 53,400 km, and 15 units are available. The listing shows every side of the engine and the fitted parts.

BMW F16 X6 xDrive35d N57D30B Engine 2014, 166,900 km — 5.003,00 €, reduced from 6.300,00 €. It comes from a 2014 donor car with 166,900 km, and 16 units are available. The listing shows every side of the engine and the fitted parts.

BMW F15 X5 xDrive35d N57D30B Engine 2018, 76,200 km — 4.460,00 €, reduced from 5.450,00 €. It comes from a 2018 donor car with 76,200 km, and 13 units are available. Ask the desk for compression figures or extra photographs before you order.

BMW F16 X6 M50d N57D30S Engine 2013, 62,600 km — 4.728,00 €, reduced from 5.900,00 €. It comes from a 2013 donor car with 62,600 km, and 20 units are available. We can confirm fitment against your VIN the same day.

BMW F16 X6 M50d N57D30S Engine 2012, 196,700 km — 5.102,00 €, reduced from 6.350,00 €. It comes from a 2012 donor car with 196,700 km, and 10 units are available. The listing shows every side of the engine and the fitted parts.

BMW F16 X6 M50d N57D30S Engine 2015, 46,200 km — 5.241,00 €, reduced from 6.650,00 €. It comes from a 2015 donor car with 46,200 km, and 21 units are available. We can confirm fitment against your VIN the same day.

BMW F15 X5 xDrive35d N57D30B Engine 2016, 103,200 km — 4.557,00 €, reduced from 5.650,00 €. It comes from a 2016 donor car with 103,200 km, and 15 units are available. The listing shows every side of the engine and the fitted parts.

BMW F15 X5 xDrive30d N57D30A Engine 2010, 204,000 km — 3.177,00 €, reduced from 4.200,00 €. It comes from a 2010 donor car with 204,000 km, and 18 units are available. The listing shows every side of the engine and the fitted parts.

Buying checklist for a BMW F15 X5 and F16 X6 engine

1. Confirm the exact engine code. Read the code stamped on the block and compare it with the code for your car. Send us the last seven characters of the VIN and we confirm the match before anything is paid.
2. Ask how the donor car was damaged. Most good used engines come from cars with body damage. A front-end impact can crack sensors, the timing cover or the sump; a rear or side impact usually leaves the engine untouched. The yard records the damage on each unit.
3. Compression or leak-down figures. Even compression across all cylinders tells you more than mileage. Ask for the figures, not just a pass or fail, and compare the highest and lowest readings: a spread above 10 to 15 percent deserves a question.
4. Look at the oil and coolant. Clean oil without metal particles and coolant without oil are good signs. Milky oil, oily coolant or a burnt smell mean the engine needs further checks before it is fitted.
5. Photographs from every side. Good suppliers photograph the actual engine you will receive. Look for the block stamp, the sump, the timing cover and any broken brackets or connectors in the pictures.
6. List of what is fitted. Engines are sold with different ancillaries: some have the turbo, injectors, manifolds, alternator and starter, others are long blocks. Agree the list in writing so you know which parts must come from your old engine.
7. Sump, oil pickup and drive variants. Rear-drive, xDrive and front-drive cars can use different sumps, oil pickups and engine mounts even with the same engine code. Check that the sump matches your subframe and front axle.
8. Gearbox and flywheel match. Manual and automatic engines differ at the flywheel or flexplate, and sometimes at the crankshaft spigot. Make sure the engine you buy matches your gearbox or that you transfer the right parts.
9. Warranty terms in writing. Read what the warranty covers, how long it runs and what fitting conditions apply. Most warranties require a qualified workshop, new fluids and filters, and replacement of the cooling parts that caused the original failure.
10. Why your old engine failed. Before fitting a replacement, find out why the original failed. An overheating radiator, a blocked intercooler or a failed turbo can destroy a second engine if they are not fixed.
11. Turbocharger shaft play and oil. Rotate the compressor wheel by hand. A small amount of side play is normal; in-and-out play or wheel contact with the housing is not. Oil pooled in the intake or intercooler pipes points to worn seals.
12. Injector correction values. On a diesel that can be run before removal, the injector correction values show whether one injector is delivering more or less fuel than the others. Large deviations mean an injector is on its way out.
13. Particulate filter and EGR history. Short-trip diesels clog their DPF and EGR systems. The engine may be fine, but ask whether the donor car had DPF warnings, and plan to clean or check your own filter before fitting.
14. Swirl flaps. Check whether the swirl flaps are in place, blanked or removed. Broken swirl flaps are a known cause of engine failure on several BMW diesels, so many owners fit blanking plates when the intake is off.
15. Timing chain noise. Listen for a rattle at the front of the engine for the first seconds after a cold start. On an engine that cannot be run, look at the chain guides through the oil filler or with the valve cover off.
16. Gearbox-end timing chain. On this engine the timing chain sits at the gearbox end, so replacing it normally means removing the engine. If the chain has not been replaced, the time to do it is before the engine goes into your car.
17. VANOS operation. Rough idle, a rattle from the front of the head and a loss of torque at low revs point to VANOS seals or solenoids. These are serviceable parts and are easier to renew with the engine out.
18. Double VANOS units and solenoids. Ask for the adaptation values or fault history if the engine was running. Solenoids are inexpensive and are often replaced as a matter of course on a used engine.
19. Injectors and high-pressure fuel pump. Direct-injection engines rely on high-pressure pumps and precise injectors. Ask whether the injectors are original or updated and whether there were fuel pressure faults.
20. Both cylinder banks. On a V engine, check compression, plugs and coils on both banks. Faults on one bank alone are common and easy to miss on a quick test.

Fitting an engine to your BMW F15 X5 and F16 X6

1. Compare the engines side by side. Put the replacement next to the old engine and compare sensors, brackets, connectors, the sump, the starter and the flywheel or flexplate. Note anything that must be transferred.
2. Transfer the parts that differ. Move the parts that are specific to your car, such as the engine harness on some models, the sump on xDrive cars or the air conditioning compressor bracket. Use new seals and gaskets for everything you move.
3. Replace the rear main seal and drive parts. With the engine out, the rear crankshaft seal is easy to reach. Fit a new one, inspect the flywheel and clutch on manual cars or the converter seal on automatics.
4. Renew the cooling system. Most engine failures start with cooling. Fit a new water pump, thermostat and hoses, check the radiator and fan, and use the correct coolant.
5. Fit new engine mounts. Old mounts transfer vibration and can let the engine move enough to damage hoses. They are cheap and easy to replace with the engine out.
6. Inspect or replace the timing chain parts. Look at the guides and tensioner. On high-mileage engines, replacing them now costs far less than doing it later.
7. Replace the rear timing chain if in doubt. On engines with the chain at the gearbox end, chain work needs the engine out. If the history is unknown, replace the chain, guides and tensioner before fitting.
8. Prepare the turbo. Fit new oil feed and return seals, clean the intercooler and pipes of any oil or debris from the old engine, and prime the turbo with oil before starting.
9. Code the injectors and bleed the fuel. Enter the injector correction codes into the ECU, check the glow plugs and bleed the fuel system so the engine does not crank dry.
10. Check the particulate filter. If the old engine failed with oil or coolant entering the exhaust, the DPF may be contaminated. Check its back-pressure before relying on it.
11. Clean the intake. If the old engine failed internally, debris can be in the intake or intercooler. Clean them so nothing reaches the new engine.
12. Fill with the right oil and prime it. Fill with new oil of the correct specification and a new filter. Crank with the fuel and ignition disabled until oil pressure builds.
13. Coding and adaptations. On modern BMWs, the engine ECU must be matched to the car's immobiliser (CAS, FEM or BDC). Reset adaptations, register the battery and clear faults with diagnostic software.
14. Reset VANOS adaptations. Clear the VANOS adaptations so the ECU learns the camshaft positions of the new engine.
15. First start and leak check. Start the engine, let it idle and watch oil pressure, temperature and fault codes. Check for leaks and bleed the cooling system.
16. First 1,000 km. Drive gently for the first few hundred kilometres, vary the engine speed and avoid full load. Change the oil and filter after about 1,000 km to remove any assembly debris.

Diagnosing engine trouble in a BMW F15 X5 and F16 X6

If your current engine is showing one of these symptoms, this table helps you judge whether it can be repaired or whether a replacement engine is the better route.

Knocking from the bottom of the engine. A deep knock that rises with engine speed usually means worn rod or main bearings. Stop driving: bearing failure ends with a broken connecting rod. A used engine is normally the most economical fix once the bottom end is damaged.

Overheating or losing coolant. Coolant loss without visible leaks points to a head gasket or a cracked head; visible leaks point to the water pump, hoses, thermostat housing or expansion tank. Overheating should be fixed before it warps the head.

White smoke that smells sweet. Coolant burning in the cylinders, from a head gasket, a cracked head or, on diesels, a leaking EGR cooler. Check the coolant level and look for oil in the coolant.

Blue smoke. Oil burning in the cylinders. A puff on start-up points to valve stem seals; constant smoke under load points to piston rings or, on turbo engines, turbo seals.

Rough idle or misfire. Ignition coils, spark plugs, injectors and vacuum leaks are the usual causes. A misfire on one cylinder that moves when you swap coils is a coil; one that stays is a plug, injector or compression problem.

Loss of power. Start with the simple things: air filter, boost leaks on turbo engines, fuel pressure and fault codes. A gradual loss with poor compression on a test points to internal wear.

Rattle for a few seconds after a cold start. The classic sign of a weak timing chain tensioner or stretched chain. It must be checked quickly: a chain that jumps a tooth can bend valves.

Rattle or whine from the gearbox end. On engines with the timing chain at the rear, a rattle or whine from the back of the engine is the warning sign of chain stretch or guide wear.

Whistle, loss of boost or limp mode. A split charge pipe, a sticking wastegate or worn turbo bearings. Check the pipes first, then the turbo shaft for play.

Black smoke under acceleration. Too much fuel for the air available: boost leaks, a sticking EGR valve, a dirty air mass meter or a leaking injector.

Hard starting when cold. Glow plugs or the glow plug control unit. On older diesels, also check the injection pump and fuel lines for air leaks.

Particulate filter warning. Short trips stop the DPF from regenerating. A long motorway run often clears it; a filter that keeps blocking may be covering an injector, EGR or turbo problem.

Sudden metallic noise followed by misfire. On diesels with swirl flaps, a broken flap or screw can enter a cylinder. Stop the engine immediately; continued running usually destroys the piston and head.

Poor low-down torque and uneven idle. VANOS seals or solenoids. The engine may run well at high revs but feel flat and lumpy at low speed.

Long cranking before the engine starts. On direct-injection engines, a weak high-pressure fuel pump or leaking injector lets pressure drop when the engine is off.

Repair or replace the engine in your BMW F15 X5 and F16 X6?

Repair makes sense when the fault is outside the engine or in a part that can be replaced without opening it: sensors, coils, injectors, gaskets, the water pump or a turbo. Replacement makes sense when the bottom end, the crankshaft, the bores or the head are damaged, because rebuilding an engine properly costs more than a good used unit.

Timing chain work on the engine needs the engine removed. When the chain has failed and damaged valves or pistons, a replacement engine with a sound chain is often the same price as the repair.

Ask your workshop for a written diagnosis before deciding. A compression test, an oil analysis and a borescope inspection take an hour or two and remove most of the guesswork.

Delivery, warranty and payment

Before a BMW F15 X5 and F16 X6 engine leaves our Hamburg yard it is drained of oil and coolant, every opening is sealed, and it is strapped to a pallet and wrapped. We send photographs of the packed unit and the tracking details.

Delivery is door to door and included in the price. Most European addresses receive the engine within five to ten working days; Germany and its neighbours are usually faster.

Every engine carries a 12-month warranty on eligible internal failure when a qualified workshop fits it with new fluids and filters. Payment is by card, bank transfer or crypto; your invoice is emailed as soon as you order.

We deliver BMW F15 X5 and F16 X6 engines from Hamburg to customers across Europe and beyond. Typical door-to-door times and customs status:

Times are typical for pallet delivery after dispatch and can vary with holidays and remote addresses. Business buyers in the EU with a valid VAT number can order without German VAT.

Questions about BMW F15 X5 and F16 X6 engines

Will the N57D30A engine fit my BMW F15 X5 xDrive30d?

Yes, if your BMW F15 X5 xDrive30d was built with the N57D30A. BMW used this 3.0 liter (2,993 cc) diesel engine with 190 kW (258 HP) in the F15 X5 xDrive30d from about 2010 to 2017.

In our records the N57D30A is the engine for the F15 X5 xDrive30d, which makes the match simple. Still, check the code on your old engine or send us your VIN.

Your car has all-wheel drive or is an X model, so the sump, the oil pickup and some brackets can differ from the rear-drive cars. Tell us the full model so we send the right set-up.

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.

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How much is a replacement N57D30A engine for a BMW F15 X5 xDrive30d?

A used N57D30A for the BMW F15 X5 xDrive30d costs from about 2.650 € to 4.200 € in our yard. The price depends on the year, the mileage and the parts that come with the engine.

Shipping is a flat 249 € per order. It is added once at checkout and printed on the invoice, so there is no extra fee later. Inside the EU there is no import duty. Outside the EU, the receiver pays local duty and VAT.

A replacement engine is often much cheaper than rebuilding a damaged one, and much faster. The N57D30A you buy is photographed and checked in Hamburg before it is listed.

Eligible engines come with a 12 months warranty from the delivery date. It covers internal mechanical failure under normal use and correct fitting by a qualified mechanic or workshop. 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.

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Will the N57D30B engine fit my BMW F15 X5 xDrive35d?

Yes, if your BMW F15 X5 xDrive35d was built with the N57D30B. BMW used this 3.0 liter (2,993 cc) diesel engine with 230 kW (313 HP) in the F15 X5 xDrive35d from about 2011 to 2018.

In our records the N57D30B is the engine for the F15 X5 xDrive35d, which makes the match simple. Still, check the code on your old engine or send us your VIN.

Your car has all-wheel drive or is an X model, so the sump, the oil pickup and some brackets can differ from the rear-drive cars. Tell us the full model so we send the right set-up.

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.

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How much is a replacement N57D30B engine for a BMW F15 X5 xDrive35d?

A used N57D30B for the BMW F15 X5 xDrive35d costs from about 3.350 € to 5.200 € in our yard. The price depends on the year, the mileage and the parts that come with the engine.

Shipping is a flat 249 € per order. It is added once at checkout and printed on the invoice, so there is no extra fee later. Inside the EU there is no import duty. Outside the EU, the receiver pays local duty and VAT.

A replacement engine is often much cheaper than rebuilding a damaged one, and much faster. The N57D30B you buy is photographed and checked in Hamburg before it is listed.

Eligible engines come with a 12 months warranty from the delivery date. It covers internal mechanical failure under normal use and correct fitting by a qualified mechanic or workshop. 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.

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Will the N57D30B engine fit my BMW F16 X6 xDrive35d?

Yes, if your BMW F16 X6 xDrive35d was built with the N57D30B. BMW used this 3.0 liter (2,993 cc) diesel engine with 230 kW (313 HP) in the F16 X6 xDrive35d from about 2011 to 2018.

In our records the N57D30B is the engine for the F16 X6 xDrive35d, which makes the match simple. Still, check the code on your old engine or send us your VIN.

Your car has all-wheel drive or is an X model, so the sump, the oil pickup and some brackets can differ from the rear-drive cars. Tell us the full model so we send the right set-up.

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.

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How much is a replacement N57D30B engine for a BMW F16 X6 xDrive35d?

A used N57D30B for the BMW F16 X6 xDrive35d costs from about 3.350 € to 5.200 € in our yard. The price depends on the year, the mileage and the parts that come with the engine.

Shipping is a flat 249 € per order. It is added once at checkout and printed on the invoice, so there is no extra fee later. Inside the EU there is no import duty. Outside the EU, the receiver pays local duty and VAT.

A replacement engine is often much cheaper than rebuilding a damaged one, and much faster. The N57D30B you buy is photographed and checked in Hamburg before it is listed.

Eligible engines come with a 12 months warranty from the delivery date. It covers internal mechanical failure under normal use and correct fitting by a qualified mechanic or workshop. 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.

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Will the N57D30S engine fit my BMW F15 X5 M50d?

Yes, if your BMW F15 X5 M50d was built with the N57D30S. BMW used this 3.0 liter (2,993 cc) diesel engine with 280 kW (381 HP) in the F15 X5 M50d from about 2012 to 2018.

In our records the N57D30S is the engine for the F15 X5 M50d, which makes the match simple. Still, check the code on your old engine or send us your VIN.

Your car has all-wheel drive or is an X model, so the sump, the oil pickup and some brackets can differ from the rear-drive cars. Tell us the full model so we send the right set-up.

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.

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How much is a replacement N57D30S engine for a BMW F15 X5 M50d?

A used N57D30S for the BMW F15 X5 M50d costs from about 4.500 € to 6.950 € in our yard. The price depends on the year, the mileage and the parts that come with the engine.

Shipping is a flat 249 € per order. It is added once at checkout and printed on the invoice, so there is no extra fee later. Inside the EU there is no import duty. Outside the EU, the receiver pays local duty and VAT.

A replacement engine is often much cheaper than rebuilding a damaged one, and much faster. The N57D30S you buy is photographed and checked in Hamburg before it is listed.

Eligible engines come with a 12 months warranty from the delivery date. It covers internal mechanical failure under normal use and correct fitting by a qualified mechanic or workshop. 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.

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Will the N57D30S engine fit my BMW F16 X6 M50d?

Yes, if your BMW F16 X6 M50d was built with the N57D30S. BMW used this 3.0 liter (2,993 cc) diesel engine with 280 kW (381 HP) in the F16 X6 M50d from about 2012 to 2018.

In our records the N57D30S is the engine for the F16 X6 M50d, which makes the match simple. Still, check the code on your old engine or send us your VIN.

Your car has all-wheel drive or is an X model, so the sump, the oil pickup and some brackets can differ from the rear-drive cars. Tell us the full model so we send the right set-up.

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.

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How much is a replacement N57D30S engine for a BMW F16 X6 M50d?

A used N57D30S for the BMW F16 X6 M50d costs from about 4.500 € to 6.950 € in our yard. The price depends on the year, the mileage and the parts that come with the engine.

Shipping is a flat 249 € per order. It is added once at checkout and printed on the invoice, so there is no extra fee later. Inside the EU there is no import duty. Outside the EU, the receiver pays local duty and VAT.

A replacement engine is often much cheaper than rebuilding a damaged one, and much faster. The N57D30S you buy is photographed and checked in Hamburg before it is listed.

Eligible engines come with a 12 months warranty from the delivery date. It covers internal mechanical failure under normal use and correct fitting by a qualified mechanic or workshop. 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.

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Will the N55B30 engine fit my BMW F15 X5 xDrive35i?

Yes, if your BMW F15 X5 xDrive35i was built with the N55B30. BMW used this 3.0 liter (2,979 cc) petrol engine with 225 kW (306 HP) in the F15 X5 xDrive35i from about 2010 to 2017.

In our records the N55B30 is the engine for the F15 X5 xDrive35i, which makes the match simple. Still, check the code on your old engine or send us your VIN.

Your car has all-wheel drive or is an X model, so the sump, the oil pickup and some brackets can differ from the rear-drive cars. Tell us the full model so we send the right set-up.

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.

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How much is a replacement N55B30 engine for a BMW F15 X5 xDrive35i?

A used N55B30 for the BMW F15 X5 xDrive35i costs from about 3.100 € to 4.850 € in our yard. The price depends on the year, the mileage and the parts that come with the engine.

Shipping is a flat 249 € per order. It is added once at checkout and printed on the invoice, so there is no extra fee later. Inside the EU there is no import duty. Outside the EU, the receiver pays local duty and VAT.

A replacement engine is often much cheaper than rebuilding a damaged one, and much faster. The N55B30 you buy is photographed and checked in Hamburg before it is listed.

Eligible engines come with a 12 months warranty from the delivery date. It covers internal mechanical failure under normal use and correct fitting by a qualified mechanic or workshop. 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.

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Will the N63B44 engine fit my BMW F15 X5 xDrive50i?

Yes, if your BMW F15 X5 xDrive50i was built with the N63B44. BMW used this 4.4 liter (4,395 cc) petrol engine with 330 kW (450 HP) in the F15 X5 xDrive50i from about 2012 to 2019.

In our records the N63B44 is the engine for the F15 X5 xDrive50i, which makes the match simple. Still, check the code on your old engine or send us your VIN.

Your car has all-wheel drive or is an X model, so the sump, the oil pickup and some brackets can differ from the rear-drive cars. Tell us the full model so we send the right set-up.

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.

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How much is a replacement N63B44 engine for a BMW F15 X5 xDrive50i?

A used N63B44 for the BMW F15 X5 xDrive50i costs from about 3.850 € to 5.950 € in our yard. The price depends on the year, the mileage and the parts that come with the engine.

Shipping is a flat 249 € per order. It is added once at checkout and printed on the invoice, so there is no extra fee later. Inside the EU there is no import duty. Outside the EU, the receiver pays local duty and VAT.

A replacement engine is often much cheaper than rebuilding a damaged one, and much faster. The N63B44 you buy is photographed and checked in Hamburg before it is listed.

Eligible engines come with a 12 months warranty from the delivery date. It covers internal mechanical failure under normal use and correct fitting by a qualified mechanic or workshop. 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.

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Questions about the engines in the BMW F15 X5 and F16 X6

Does a used N63B44T3 engine come with a warranty?

Yes. Eligible engines come with a 12 months warranty from the delivery date. It covers internal mechanical failure under normal use and correct fitting by a qualified mechanic or workshop.

The warranty does not cover damage from wrong fitting, overheating, low oil, wrong fluids or fuel, engines that were opened or modified without our approval, or labour and towing costs.

To claim, send us your order number, a short description of the problem, photos or a video, and a mechanic's report if we ask for one. If the claim is approved, we repair, replace or refund the engine.

Keep the receipts for the fitting, the oil and the filters. They make any claim quick and simple.

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Which cars use the BMW N57D30B engine?

BMW fitted the N57D30B to the BMW F10 535d, BMW F11 535d, BMW F30 335d, BMW F32 435d, BMW F15 X5 xDrive35d and BMW F16 X6 xDrive35d. These cars were built with this engine from about 2011 to 2018.

The badge on the boot is not enough to be sure. The same model name can hide two different engines, for example after a facelift or a change in emission rules. Always read the engine code stamped on the block, or look it up with your VIN.

Other engines in the same N57 family are the N57D30A (258 HP) and N57D30S (381 HP). They look alike but differ in power, parts and electronics, so they are not always a direct swap.

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.

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What should I replace when I fit a used N57D30S engine?

A used engine lasts longest when it starts life in your car with fresh fluids and new seals. Fit a new oil filter and fresh oil of the grade BMW lists for this engine, and refill the coolant with the correct BMW antifreeze mix. Change the drive belt, the thermostat and the water pump seals if they look tired, because they are cheap while the engine is out. Use new gaskets for the exhaust manifold, the intake and the sump plug, and check every hose clip before the first start.

Look at the engine mounts and the clutch or the torque converter while the engine is out. Old mounts can crack a new engine's brackets, and a worn clutch is much easier to change now.

Before the first start, turn the engine over without fuel until the oil pressure light goes out. Then let it idle, check for leaks, and drive gently for the first few hundred kilometres.

The warranty asks for fitting by a qualified mechanic and the correct oil, coolant and filters. Keep your receipts in case you ever need to make a claim.

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Can I put a BMW M57 / N57 / B58 engine in my BMW E46?

Yes. We sell conversion kits that fit the BMW M57 / N57 / B58 into the BMW E46. The kit replaces the Getrag 5-speed and GM 5L40, and works with the ZF 8HP, ZF GS6-53 and DCT.

You can buy the full package with an engine, or only the parts you need: gearbox conversion, transfer case adapter, clutch and flywheel and propshaft.

A swap like this needs a skilled workshop. Mounts, the adapter, the wiring and the engine computer, the cooling and the exhaust all have to work together. Check your local road rules for engine swaps before you start.

Tell us your BMW E46's year and current set-up, and we suggest the right parts. You can reach the Hamburg desk by email at autowerkeengines@gmail.com, or by phone and WhatsApp on +49 15510 030835, Monday to Friday, 9:00 to 16:00 CET.

See all BMW Gearbox Conversion Kits · Conversion guide

What should I replace when I fit a used N63B44T3 engine?

A used engine lasts longest when it starts life in your car with fresh fluids and new seals. Clean the intercooler and the intake pipes, and fill the turbo oil feed with clean oil before the first start, so the turbo never runs dry. Fit a new oil filter and fresh oil of the grade BMW lists for this engine, and refill the coolant with the correct BMW antifreeze mix. Use new gaskets for the exhaust manifold, the intake and the sump plug, and check every hose clip before the first start.

Look at the engine mounts and the clutch or the torque converter while the engine is out. Old mounts can crack a new engine's brackets, and a worn clutch is much easier to change now.

Before the first start, turn the engine over without fuel until the oil pressure light goes out. Then let it idle, check for leaks, and drive gently for the first few hundred kilometres.

The warranty asks for fitting by a qualified mechanic and the correct oil, coolant and filters. Keep your receipts in case you ever need to make a claim.

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Will the N57D30B engine fit my BMW F32 435d?

Yes, if your BMW F32 435d was built with the N57D30B. BMW used this 3.0 liter (2,993 cc) diesel engine with 230 kW (313 HP) in the F32 435d from about 2011 to 2018.

In our records the N57D30B is the engine for the F32 435d, which makes the match simple. Still, check the code on your old engine or send us your VIN.

Also tell us if your F32 has a manual or an automatic gearbox. The flywheel or the flex plate and some sensors depend on it.

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.

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How much does a used BMW N57D30B engine cost?

A used BMW N57D30B engine in our yard usually costs between 3.350 € and 5.200 €. The exact price depends on the year, the mileage and the parts that come with the engine.

Our units show recorded mileage from about 22,000 km up to around 200,000 km. Lower mileage and more ancillaries mean a higher price. Each listing shows its own price, and the price you see is the price you pay. Prices include VAT for private buyers.

Shipping is a flat 249 € per order. It is added once at checkout and printed on the invoice, so there is no extra fee later. If you order a gearbox or a second engine on the same order, the fee is still charged once.

Inside the EU there is no import duty. For the UK and other non-EU countries, import duty and local VAT are paid by the receiver, and we supply a commercial invoice.

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Will the N63B44 engine fit my BMW G12 750i?

Yes, if your BMW G12 750i was built with the N63B44. BMW used this 4.4 liter (4,395 cc) petrol engine with 330 kW (450 HP) in the G12 750i from about 2012 to 2019.

In our records the N63B44 is the engine for the G12 750i, which makes the match simple. Still, check the code on your old engine or send us your VIN.

Also tell us if your G12 has a manual or an automatic gearbox. The flywheel or the flex plate and some sensors depend on it.

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.

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Will the N57D30A engine fit my BMW F01 730d?

Yes, if your BMW F01 730d was built with the N57D30A. BMW used this 3.0 liter (2,993 cc) diesel engine with 190 kW (258 HP) in the F01 730d from about 2010 to 2017.

In our records the N57D30A is the engine for the F01 730d, which makes the match simple. Still, check the code on your old engine or send us your VIN.

Also tell us if your F01 has a manual or an automatic gearbox. The flywheel or the flex plate and some sensors depend on it.

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.

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Which years were BMW N57 engines made?

BMW built the N57 engines we list from about 2010 to 2018. The N57D30A ran from 2010 to 2017. The N57D30B ran from 2011 to 2018. The N57D30S ran from 2012 to 2018.

They went into chassis F10, F11, F30, F31, F25, F15, F01, F32 and F16. The exact year of a car matters, because BMW sometimes changed the engine version or its parts in the middle of a model's life.

Each listing in our yard names the engine year, so you can match it to the build date of your car.

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.

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How much does a used BMW N63B44 engine cost?

A used BMW N63B44 engine in our yard usually costs between 3.850 € and 5.950 €. The exact price depends on the year, the mileage and the parts that come with the engine.

Our units show recorded mileage from about 22,000 km up to around 200,000 km. Lower mileage and more ancillaries mean a higher price. Each listing shows its own price, and the price you see is the price you pay. Prices include VAT for private buyers.

Shipping is a flat 249 € per order. It is added once at checkout and printed on the invoice, so there is no extra fee later. If you order a gearbox or a second engine on the same order, the fee is still charged once.

Inside the EU there is no import duty. For the UK and other non-EU countries, import duty and local VAT are paid by the receiver, and we supply a commercial invoice.

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How hard is an N57 Defender swap?

A N57D30 swap into the Defender 90, Defender 110 and Defender 130 is a big job, but a good workshop can do it with a complete kit. Most of the time goes into the mounts, the adapter and the wiring.

The usual steps are: remove the old engine, fit the new mounts and the adapter plate, set the engine in, connect the wiring and the engine computer, then fit the cooling and the exhaust. A test drive and a final check follow.

Our kits come with parts that are made to work together, which saves time and guesswork. What we list: BMW N57 single-turbo and twin-turbo kits for later Defenders.

Before you start, check your local rules for registration and road tests after an engine change. We supply invoices and documents that help with this.

See all N57 Defender Conversion Kits · Conversion guide

Is the BMW N57D30B a diesel or petrol engine?

The N57D30B is a diesel engine. It is a 3.0 liter (2,993 cc) inline 6, DOHC, 24 valve unit with twin turbochargers, and it was built to the Euro 6 emission standard.

The emission standard matters for registration and for low-emission zones in many cities. When you replace an engine with the same code, the car keeps the same paperwork and the same emission class.

Diesel versions need the matching exhaust treatment parts on the car to stay legal and to keep the engine computer happy. Reuse the parts from your car if they are in good condition.

If you are not sure which version you need, send us your VIN. We tell you the right code for free.

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Glossary

• VANOS — BMW's variable camshaft timing system. It adjusts the intake camshaft (single VANOS) or both camshafts (double VANOS) to improve torque and emissions.
• Direct injection — Fuel is injected directly into the cylinder instead of the intake port. It improves efficiency but can cause carbon build-up on the intake valves.
• Piezo injector — A fast-acting injector that uses a piezoelectric crystal. It allows precise fuel delivery but is sensitive to fuel quality.
• Wastegate — A valve that lets exhaust gas bypass the turbine to control boost pressure. Worn wastegates rattle and can cause boost faults.
• DPF — Diesel particulate filter. It traps soot and burns it off during regeneration, which needs longer journeys.
• EGR — Exhaust gas recirculation. It feeds some exhaust back into the intake to reduce NOx emissions but builds up soot.
• Swirl flaps — Flaps in the intake manifold that create swirl at low revs. On some BMW diesels they can break and enter the engine.
• Common rail — A diesel injection system with a high-pressure fuel rail feeding all injectors. It allows precise, multiple injections per cycle.
• Long block — An engine with the block, head and internals but without most ancillaries such as manifolds, turbo, alternator or starter.
• Dressed engine — An engine with most ancillaries fitted, ready to install with fewer parts transferred.
• Compression test — A measurement of the pressure each cylinder builds when cranked. Even readings show healthy rings and valves.
• Leak-down test — A test that pressurises each cylinder and measures how much air escapes, showing where any leak is.
• LCI — Life Cycle Impulse, BMW's name for a mid-life update. Engines often change at the LCI.
• xDrive — BMW's all-wheel-drive system. xDrive cars often use a different sump and oil pickup.
• DME — Digital Motor Electronics, BMW's name for the engine control unit.
• CAS, FEM and BDC — The immobiliser and body modules that must be matched to the engine control unit on modern BMWs.
• Timing chain tensioner — A hydraulic or spring device that keeps the timing chain tight. Worn tensioners cause cold-start rattle.
• Rear-mounted timing chain — A timing chain at the gearbox end of the engine. Replacing it normally requires removing the engine.
• TU — Technical Update, BMW's suffix for a revised version of an engine.

Our verdict

The BMW F15 X5 and F16 X6 offers a wide choice of engines, and the right replacement depends on your exact model, build date and gearbox. Confirm the code with your VIN, choose a unit with known history, replace the known weak parts while it is out, and the car will be back on the road for years.

See every BMW F15 X5 and F16 X6 engine in stock, or ask the Hamburg desk to check your VIN.

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