The N47D16 is a 1.6 L diesel inline-4 from BMW's N47 family, built 2010–2015 and rated at 116 hp and 260 Nm. It powered the BMW F20 114d, BMW F20 116d and BMW E87 116d.
This guide is about the N47D16 specifically: its specification, the cars that use it, how it differs from the other N47 versions, what to check, prices from our stock and fitment answers for each model. For the history of the whole family, read our N47 guide.
- Capacity and layout: 1.6 L, inline-4, turbocharged
- Output: 116 hp and 260 Nm
- Production: 2010–2015
- Fitted to: 3 models across 2 chassis generations
- In our stock: 2 units from 1.349,00 €
N47D16 specifications
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Engine code | N47D16 |
| Family | N47 |
| Capacity | 1.6 L |
| Layout | Inline-4 |
| Fuel | Diesel |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged |
| Power | 116 hp |
| Torque | 260 Nm |
| Specific output | 73 hp per litre |
| Production | 2010–2015 |
| Models | 3 |
N47D16: 1.6 L, inline-4, diesel, turbocharged. Output is 116 hp with 260 Nm of torque, and production ran from 2010 to 2015. That is about 73 hp and 163 Nm per litre, a relaxed tune aimed at torque, durability and economy. Within the N47 family, the N47D20C (143 hp), N47D20 (184 hp) and N47D20D (184 hp) are more powerful, while the N47C16 (112 hp) is milder. It was fitted to the BMW F20 114d, BMW F20 116d and BMW E87 116d.
What the code N47D16 means
- N marks an N-series code, the generation of BMW engines introduced from 2001.
- 47 is the family number.
- D stands for diesel.
- 16 is the capacity in decilitres, so 1.6 litres.
Which BMW models use the N47D16
| Model | Generation | Built |
|---|---|---|
| BMW F20 114d | second 1 Series five-door | 2011–2019 |
| BMW F20 116d | second 1 Series five-door | 2011–2019 |
| BMW E87 116d | first 1 Series five-door | 2004–2011 |
In the F20 second 1 Series five-door (2011–2019), the N47D16 powered the 114d and 116d. We have 1 N47D16 unit from F20 donor cars. All F20 engines
In the E87 first 1 Series five-door (2004–2011), the N47D16 powered the 116d. Engines from other models fit the E87 as long as the sump, mounts and ancillaries match, which we check against your VIN. All E87 engines
N47D16 compared with other N47 versions
| Code | Capacity | Power | Torque | Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| N47C16 | 1.6 L | 112 hp | 270 Nm | 2007–2014 |
| N47D20A | 2.0 L | 116 hp | 260 Nm | 2007–2015 |
| N47D20C | 2.0 L | 143 hp | 320 Nm | 2007–2015 |
| N47D20 | 2.0 L | 184 hp | 380 Nm | 2007–2016 |
| N47D20D | 2.0 L | 184 hp | 380 Nm | 2007–2015 |
| N47D16 | 1.6 L | 116 hp | 260 Nm | 2010–2015 |
| N47C20 | 2.0 L | 143 hp | 305 Nm | 2010–2015 |
| N47D20T1 | 2.0 L | 218 hp | 450 Nm | 2011–2015 |
N47D16 or N47D20A?
The N47D20A has the same 116 hp as the N47D16, from 2.0 L instead of 1.6 L, and was built 2007–2015. A different capacity means a different crankshaft, pistons or head, and different software. It can be fitted as an upgrade with the matching engine control unit and wiring, but it is a conversion rather than a straight replacement.
N47D16 or N47C16?
The N47C16 has 4 hp less than the N47D16 (112 against 116 hp), from the same 1.6 L, and was built 2007–2014. Versions of the same size share the block and most mounting points, but the turbo or intake, injectors, software and sometimes the sump differ. Fitting one in place of the other usually means transferring parts and coding the engine control unit, so the simplest choice is the code your car left the factory with.
N47D16 or N47C20?
The N47C20 has 27 hp more than the N47D16 (143 against 116 hp), from 2.0 L instead of 1.6 L, and was built 2010–2015. A different capacity means a different crankshaft, pistons or head, and different software. It can be fitted as an upgrade with the matching engine control unit and wiring, but it is a conversion rather than a straight replacement.
Common N47D16 problems
The N47D16 shares its weak points with the rest of the N47 family. These are the faults to check on a used unit and on your own engine. The full explanation of each is in the N47 guide.
| Known fault | What to check |
|---|---|
| Timing chain | Listen for a rattle at the gearbox end on a cold start and ask whether the chain has been replaced. |
| Swirl flaps | Check the intake for damage. |
| EGR cooler | Check the recall status and for coolant loss. |
| Diesel particulate filter | Read the soot load and DPF fault codes. |
| Injectors | Read injector correction values. |
Swirl flaps. Swirl flaps can stick or break.
N47D16 maintenance
- 5W-30 BMW Longlife-04, about 5.25 litres.
- Oil every 10,000 to 15,000 km.
- Timing chain at the rear (gearbox end).
Will the N47D16 fit my car?
Will the N47D16 fit my BMW F20 114d?
For the BMW F20 114d, the N47D16 is the factory engine and the one to order. The second 1 Series five-door was built 2011–2019, and the N47D16 was produced 2010–2015, 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 F20 114d?
We have 1 N47D16 engine from F20 donor cars, priced from 3.129,00 €. 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 N47D16 fit my BMW F20 116d?
The N47D16 is the original engine for the BMW F20 116d, which makes it the straightforward choice. The second 1 Series five-door was built 2011–2019, and the N47D16 was produced 2010–2015, 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 F20 116d?
We have 1 N47D16 engine from F20 donor cars, priced from 3.129,00 €. 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 N47D16 fit my BMW E87 116d?
Yes, the BMW E87 116d left the factory with the N47D16, so an N47D16 from another car is the direct replacement. The first 1 Series five-door was built 2004–2011, and the N47D16 was produced 2010–2015, 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 E87 116d?
We have 2 N47D16 engines in stock, priced from 1.349,00 € to 3.129,00 €. 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.
N47D16 prices
Across 2 N47D16 units in our stock today, prices start at 1.349,00 € and reach 3.129,00 €. The median — the price in the middle of the range — is 3.129,00 €.
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.
N47D16 engines in stock
Here is a selection of N47D16 engines currently on our shelves, photographed in the yard. Click any of them for the full photographs, mileage and specification.
BMW N47D16 Engine — 1.349,00 €, reduced from 1.800,00 €. It comes from a recorded donor car, and 25 units are available. Ask the desk for compression figures or extra photographs before you order.
Buying a used N47D16: checklist
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Questions about the N47D16
Will the N47D20C engine fit my BMW E84 X1 xDrive20d?
Yes, if your BMW E84 X1 xDrive20d was built with the N47D20C. BMW used this 2.0 liter (1,995 cc) diesel engine with 135 kW (184 HP) in the E84 X1 xDrive20d from about 2010 to 2015.
In our records the N47D20C is the engine for the E84 X1 xDrive20d, 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 N47D20C engine for a BMW F10 520d?
A used N47D20C for the BMW F10 520d costs from about 1.400 € to 2.350 € 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 N47D20C 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 N47D20A engine for a BMW E91 320d?
A used N47D20A for the BMW E91 320d costs from about 1.250 € to 2.100 € 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 N47D20A 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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What is the difference between the N47D20A and other N47 engines?
The N47D20A makes 130 kW (177 HP) and 350 Nm. The other N47 engines are: N47D20C with 135 kW (184 HP) and 380 Nm (2010 to 2015).
Engines in one family share a basic block, but the turbo, the injection, the sensors and the engine computer can differ. A higher power version often has different pistons, a bigger turbo or a different fuel system.
This is why we ask for the exact code. Fitting a different version can work, but the wiring, the software and sometimes the gearbox must be changed to match.
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 N47D20A engine for a BMW E90 320d?
A used N47D20A for the BMW E90 320d costs from about 1.250 € to 2.100 € 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 N47D20A 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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Which cars use the BMW N47D20A engine?
BMW fitted the N47D20A to the BMW E90 320d, BMW E91 320d, BMW E60 520d, BMW E87 120d and BMW E84 X1 20d. These cars were built with this engine from about 2007 to 2012.
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 N47 family are the N47D20C (184 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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How do I know a used N47D20C engine is in good shape?
Each engine in the yard is inspected in Hamburg. The code is matched to the listing, the parts on the engine are recorded, the openings are sealed and the real unit is photographed. 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. Ask the desk for more pictures of any listing. We are happy to show the stamp, the ports and the ancillaries before you decide.
On a diesel like the N47D20C, a careful fitter will also look at the injectors, the turbo shaft play and the oil in the intake 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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Will the N47D20A engine fit my BMW E87 120d?
Yes, if your BMW E87 120d was built with the N47D20A. BMW used this 2.0 liter (1,995 cc) diesel engine with 130 kW (177 HP) in the E87 120d from about 2007 to 2012.
Some E87 120d cars were built with a different engine: the M47D20TU2. These look alike from the outside, so check the code on your engine or send us your VIN.
Also tell us if your E87 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 N47D20A engine fit my BMW E90 320d?
Yes, if your BMW E90 320d was built with the N47D20A. BMW used this 2.0 liter (1,995 cc) diesel engine with 130 kW (177 HP) in the E90 320d from about 2007 to 2012.
Some E90 320d cars were built with a different engine: the N47D20C. These look alike from the outside, so check the code on your engine or send us your VIN.
Also tell us if your E90 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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What is the BMW N47D20C engine?
The BMW N47D20C is a 2.0 liter (1,995 cc) diesel engine from the N47 family. It has an inline 4, DOHC, 16 valve layout with a variable-geometry turbocharger, and makes 135 kW (184 HP) with 380 Nm of torque. BMW built it from 2010 to 2015 and it meets the Euro 5 emission standard.
You find the N47D20C in the BMW F30 320d, BMW F31 320d, BMW F10 520d, BMW F11 520d, BMW F20 120d, BMW E84 X1 xDrive20d and BMW E90 320d. What we list: BMW N47 2.0 turbo diesel engines for E90, F30, F10, F20 and X1.
At Autowerke Engines every N47D20C is a real used engine from our yard in Hamburg. The photos on each listing show the actual engine, not a stock picture. The yard checks the code, records what is bolted on, and seals the openings before the engine is offered. Each listing shows the year, the mileage and the price, so you can compare units side by side.
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 N47D20A engine fit my BMW E91 320d?
Yes, if your BMW E91 320d was built with the N47D20A. BMW used this 2.0 liter (1,995 cc) diesel engine with 130 kW (177 HP) in the E91 320d from about 2007 to 2012.
In our records the N47D20A is the engine for the E91 320d, which makes the match simple. Still, check the code on your old engine or send us your VIN.
Also tell us if your E91 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 N47D20C engine fit my BMW E90 320d?
Yes, if your BMW E90 320d was built with the N47D20C. BMW used this 2.0 liter (1,995 cc) diesel engine with 135 kW (184 HP) in the E90 320d from about 2010 to 2015.
Some E90 320d cars were built with a different engine: the N47D20A. These look alike from the outside, so check the code on your engine or send us your VIN.
Also tell us if your E90 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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Delivery, warranty and payment
Before an N47D16 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.
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.
