BMW M2 (G87) engine: which one, problems and replacement

The BMW M2 in the M2 generation (G87, built 2022–) was built with 2 different engines over its life: the S58B30 (510 hp, 2019–2026) and the S58B30T1 (510 hp, 2021–2026).

Below you will find how to identify the engine in your M2, the faults to look for, current prices for a replacement and the swap options that make sense.

• Generation: M2, 2022–
• Body styles: G87 (coupé)
• Engines: S58B30, S58B30T1
• Output: 510 hp
• Replacement engines in stock: 96 from 6.605,00 €

Which engine is in your M2?

S58B30 in the M2

The S58B30 was used in the G87 M2, built 2019–2026. It is a 3.0 L twin-turbo petrol inline-6 with 510 hp and 650 Nm. It has the same output as the S58B30T1, so the build date decides which one your car has.

Reading the code: S marks an S-series code, reserved for engines developed by BMW M; 58 is the family number; B stands for petrol (from the German Benzin); 30 is the capacity in decilitres, so 3.0 litres.

S58B30T1 in the M2

The S58B30T1 was used in the G87 M2, built 2021–2026. It is a 3.0 L turbocharged petrol inline-6 with 510 hp and 650 Nm. It has the same output as the S58B30, so the build date decides which one your car has.

Reading the code: S marks an S-series code, reserved for engines developed by BMW M; 58 is the family number; B stands for petrol (from the German Benzin); 30 is the capacity in decilitres, so 3.0 litres; T1 identifies the version or output stage.

Other cars with the same engine as the M2

A replacement engine does not have to come from another M2. These models left the factory with the same engine code, so a unit from any of them is a candidate donor once the sump, mounts and ancillaries are matched to your car.

S58B30: BMW G80 M3, BMW G82 M4, BMW F97 X3 M, BMW F98 X4 M.

S58B30T1: BMW G80 M3 Competition, BMW G82 M4 Competition.

How to confirm your engine code

Because the M2 used more than one engine, the badge alone does not tell you which one your car has. The build date is the first clue; the VIN is the proof. Send us the last seven characters of the VIN and we read the engine code from BMW's records, or look for the code stamped on the block. How to find your BMW engine code.

Known M2 engine problems

The S58B30 and S58B30T1 in the M2 share the known weak points of the S58 family. Full S58 guide.

Limited service history. Most S58 units are young, so few patterns of failure have emerged. History and accident type matter most.

Oil leaks. Gaskets can seep at higher mileage.

Cooling. Check radiators and coolant lines after a crash.

Symptoms to watch for on the M2

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.

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.

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.

Oil pressure warning or bearing noise at high revs. On M engines, a warning at high revs can be the first sign of bearing wear. Check the oil level and stop driving hard until it is diagnosed.

Looking after the M2 engine

• Oil: 0W-30 or 5W-30 BMW Longlife-01, about 6.75 litres.
• Service interval: Oil every 10,000 km or yearly.
• Timing drive: Timing chain at the rear.
• Workshop notes: Confirm the donor car's accident damage did not affect the engine.

Buying a used engine for the M2: checklist

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. 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.
7. 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.
8. 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.
9. 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.
10. 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.
11. Bearing and valve clearance history. M engines are built to tighter tolerances. Ask for the last rod bearing replacement and valve clearance check, and consider an oil analysis if the engine can be run.

BMW M2 replacement engine cost

Across 96 M2 engine units in our stock today, prices start at 6.605,00 € and reach 15.106,00 €. The median — the price in the middle of the range — is 12.035,00 €.

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.

M2 engine prices by model year

Engines from 2015–2019 have a median of 11.909,00 €, while units from 2025–2029 sit at 12.973,00 €. Newer engines usually cost more because they come from younger donor cars with lower mileage and later updates.

M2 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.

2 of these come from G87 donor cars, priced from 6.729,00 € to 15.052,00 €. An engine from the same body is the most direct swap because the sump, mounts and ancillaries already match.

On top of the engine, budget for the workshop's labour and the parts that are best replaced while the engine is out: engine mounts, the rear main seal, cooling parts, a clutch or converter seal, fluids and filters.

Replacement engines in stock for the M2

Here is a selection of M2 engines currently on our shelves, photographed in the yard. Click any of them for the full photographs, mileage and specification.

BMW G80 M3 S58B30 Engine 2023, 71,700 km9.991,00 €BMW G80 M3 S58B30 Engine 2023, 186,800 km10.218,00 €BMW F97 X3 M S58B30 Engine 2019, 127,100 km9.871,00 €BMW F97 X3 M S58B30 Engine 2022, 39,100 km12.019,00 €BMW F97 X3 M S58B30 Engine 2023, 170,600 km10.410,00 €BMW G80 M3 S58B30 Engine 2020, 174,200 km11.455,00 €BMW F97 X3 M S58B30 Engine 2019, 41,900 km10.601,00 €BMW F97 X3 M S58B30 Engine 2023, 187,400 km12.888,00 €BMW F97 X3 M S58B30 Engine 2020, 23,200 km10.276,00 €BMW F97 X3 M S58B30 Engine 2023, 18,300 km12.993,00 €BMW G80 M3 S58B30 Engine 2024, 113,000 km12.687,00 €BMW G80 M3 S58B30 Engine 2025, 84,600 km13.389,00 €

BMW G80 M3 S58B30 Engine 2023, 71,700 km — 9.991,00 €, reduced from 10.750,00 €. It comes from a 2023 donor car with 71,700 km, and 5 units are available. The listing shows every side of the engine and the fitted parts.

BMW G80 M3 S58B30 Engine 2023, 186,800 km — 10.218,00 €, reduced from 11.000,00 €. It comes from a 2023 donor car with 186,800 km, and 29 units are available. Ask the desk for compression figures or extra photographs before you order.

BMW F97 X3 M S58B30 Engine 2019, 127,100 km — 9.871,00 €, reduced from 10.500,00 €. It comes from a 2019 donor car with 127,100 km, and 20 units are available. We can confirm fitment against your VIN the same day.

BMW F97 X3 M S58B30 Engine 2022, 39,100 km — 12.019,00 €, reduced from 13.400,00 €. It comes from a 2022 donor car with 39,100 km, and 28 units are available. Ask the desk for compression figures or extra photographs before you order.

BMW F97 X3 M S58B30 Engine 2023, 170,600 km — 10.410,00 €, reduced from 11.500,00 €. It comes from a 2023 donor car with 170,600 km, and 11 units are available. The listing shows every side of the engine and the fitted parts.

BMW G80 M3 S58B30 Engine 2020, 174,200 km — 11.455,00 €, reduced from 12.150,00 €. It comes from a 2020 donor car with 174,200 km, and 14 units are available. Ask the desk for compression figures or extra photographs before you order.

BMW F97 X3 M S58B30 Engine 2019, 41,900 km — 10.601,00 €, reduced from 12.000,00 €. It comes from a 2019 donor car with 41,900 km, and 6 units are available. We can confirm fitment against your VIN the same day.

BMW F97 X3 M S58B30 Engine 2023, 187,400 km — 12.888,00 €, reduced from 13.550,00 €. It comes from a 2023 donor car with 187,400 km, and 13 units are available. We can confirm fitment against your VIN the same day.

BMW F97 X3 M S58B30 Engine 2020, 23,200 km — 10.276,00 €, reduced from 11.700,00 €. It comes from a 2020 donor car with 23,200 km, and 9 units are available. Ask the desk for compression figures or extra photographs before you order.

BMW F97 X3 M S58B30 Engine 2023, 18,300 km — 12.993,00 €, reduced from 14.150,00 €. It comes from a 2023 donor car with 18,300 km, and 12 units are available. We can confirm fitment against your VIN the same day.

BMW G80 M3 S58B30 Engine 2024, 113,000 km — 12.687,00 €, reduced from 13.950,00 €. It comes from a 2024 donor car with 113,000 km, and 19 units are available. We can confirm fitment against your VIN the same day.

BMW G80 M3 S58B30 Engine 2025, 84,600 km — 13.389,00 €, reduced from 14.400,00 €. It comes from a 2025 donor car with 84,600 km, and 12 units are available. Ask the desk for compression figures or extra photographs before you order.

Will it fit my M2?

Will the S58B30T1 fit my BMW G87 M2?

For the BMW G87 M2, the S58B30T1 is the factory engine and the one to order. The M2 was built 2022–, and the S58B30T1 was produced 2021–2026, 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 G87 M2?

We have 1 S58B30T1 engine from G87 donor cars, priced from 6.729,00 €. 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.

Fitting a replacement engine in the M2

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. Reset VANOS adaptations. Clear the VANOS adaptations so the ECU learns the camshaft positions of the new engine.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. 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.
7. 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.

The full fitting and first-start procedure.

M2 engine questions

Will the S58B30 engine fit my BMW G87 M2?

Yes, if your BMW G87 M2 was built with the S58B30. BMW used this 3.0 liter (2,993 cc) petrol engine with 353 kW (480 HP) in the G87 M2 from about 2019 to 2026.

In our records the S58B30 is the engine for the G87 M2, which makes the match simple. Still, check the code on your old engine or send us your VIN.

Also tell us if your G87 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 S58B30T engine fit my BMW G87 M2 CS?

Yes, if your BMW G87 M2 CS was built with the S58B30T. BMW used this 3.0 liter (2,993 cc) petrol engine with 405 kW (550 HP) in the G87 M2 CS from about 2022 to 2026.

In our records the S58B30T is the engine for the G87 M2 CS, which makes the match simple. Still, check the code on your old engine or send us your VIN.

Also tell us if your G87 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 is a replacement S58B30 engine for a BMW G87 M2?

A used S58B30 for the BMW G87 M2 costs from about 9.450 € to 14.350 € 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 S58B30 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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How much is a replacement S58B30T engine for a BMW G87 M2 CS?

A used S58B30T for the BMW G87 M2 CS costs from about 12.000 € to 18.100 € 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 S58B30T 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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Can I put an S58B30 engine in my BMW E92?

Yes. We sell conversion kits that fit the S58B30 into the BMW E92. The kit replaces the S55, N55 and S65, and works with the ZF 8HP and DCT.

You can buy the full package with an engine, or only the parts you need: complete conversion with engine, complete conversion, adapter plate, engine mount, wiring and ecu and cooling and exhaust.

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 E92'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.

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How much is a replacement S58B30 engine for a BMW G87 M2?

A used S58B30 for the BMW G87 M2 costs from about 9.450 € to 14.350 € 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 S58B30 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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Can I put an S58B30 engine in my BMW F82?

Yes. We sell conversion kits that fit the S58B30 into the BMW F82. The kit replaces the S55, N55 and S65, and works with the ZF 8HP and DCT.

You can buy the full package with an engine, or only the parts you need: complete conversion with engine, complete conversion, adapter plate, engine mount, wiring and ecu and cooling and exhaust.

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 F82'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.

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How much does a used BMW S58B30 engine cost?

A used BMW S58B30 engine in our yard usually costs between 9.450 € and 14.350 €. 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 do I know a used S58B30 engine is in good shape?

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. An inspection certificate for the unit can travel with the order when you ask for it.

When you look at a listing, check the recorded mileage, the year and the photos of the ports and the stamp. Ask for photos of anything you want to see closer. You can ask for extra photos, a close-up of the code stamp or a short video before you order.

On a petrol engine like the S58B30, a careful fitter will also look at the spark plugs, the coils and the timing side before the engine goes in.

If the engine fails inside under normal use, the warranty covers you. 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.

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Which cars use the BMW S58B30 engine?

BMW fitted the S58B30 to the BMW G80 M3, BMW G82 M4, BMW G83 M4, BMW F97 X3 M, BMW F98 X4 M and BMW G87 M2. These cars were built with this engine from about 2019 to 2026.

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 S58 family are the S58B30T (550 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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Delivery, warranty and payment

Every M2 engine we sell is drained, sealed at each opening, strapped to a heat-treated pallet and shrink-wrapped before it leaves Hamburg. You receive photographs of the packed engine and a tracking number.

Door-to-door delivery is included to the address you give at checkout. Typical delivery takes three to five working days within Germany and neighbouring countries and five to ten working days to the rest of Europe and the UK.

A 12-month warranty covers eligible internal failure when the engine is fitted by a qualified workshop with new fluids and filters. You can pay by card, bank transfer or crypto and receive the invoice by email straight away.

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