BMW N74B60 engine: specs, problems and prices

The N74B60 is a 6.6 L petrol V12 from BMW's N74 family, built 2009–2022 and rated at 610 hp and 800 Nm. It powered the BMW F01 760i, BMW G12 M760Li and Rolls-Royce Ghost.

This guide is about the N74B60 specifically: its specification, the cars that use it, how it differs from the other N74 versions, what to check, prices from our stock and fitment answers for each model. For the history of the whole family, read our N73 and N74 guide.

• Capacity and layout: 6.6 L, V12, twin-turbo
• Output: 610 hp and 800 Nm
• Production: 2009–2022
• Fitted to: 3 models across 2 chassis generations
• In our stock: ask the desk for the next arrival

N74B60 specifications

The N74B60 is a 6.6 L V12 petrol engine, twin-turbo, rated at 610 hp and 800 Nm. BMW built it from 2009 to 2022. That is about 92 hp and 121 Nm per litre, a strong figure for a road engine of its era. Within the N74 family, it is the most powerful version, while the N74B68 (571 hp) is milder. It was fitted to the BMW F01 760i, BMW G12 M760Li and Rolls-Royce Ghost.

What the code N74B60 means

• N marks an N-series code, the generation of BMW engines introduced from 2001.
• 74 is the family number.
• B stands for petrol (from the German Benzin).
• 60 is the capacity in decilitres, so 6.0 litres.

Which BMW models use the N74B60

In the F01 fifth 7 Series (2008–2015), the N74B60 powered the 760i. Engines from other models fit the F01 as long as the sump, mounts and ancillaries match, which we check against your VIN. All F01 engines

In the G12 sixth 7 Series long-wheelbase (2015–2022), the N74B60 powered the M760Li. Engines from other models fit the G12 as long as the sump, mounts and ancillaries match, which we check against your VIN. All G12 engines

N74B60 compared with other N74 versions

N74B60 or N74B66?

The N74B66 has the same 610 hp as the N74B60, from the same 6.6 L, and was built 2016–2022. 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.

N74B60 or N74B68?

The N74B68 has 39 hp less than the N74B60 (571 against 610 hp), from 6.75 L instead of 6.6 L, and was built 2009–2020. 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 N74B60 problems

The N74B60 shares its weak points with the rest of the N74 family. These are the faults to check on a used unit and on your own engine. The full explanation of each is in the N73 and N74 guide.

Turbo oil lines (N74). Oil lines to the turbos leak.

N74B60 maintenance

• 5W-30 BMW Longlife-01.
• Oil every 10,000 km.
• Timing chains, one per bank.

Will the N74B60 fit my car?

Will the N74B60 fit my BMW F01 760i?

For the BMW F01 760i, the N74B60 is the factory engine and the one to order. The fifth 7 Series was built 2008–2015, and the N74B60 was produced 2009–2022, 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 F01 760i?

We do not have an N74B60 on the shelf for the F01 760i at the moment. Units arrive regularly; send us your VIN and we will tell you when the next one is ready and what it will cost, including delivery.

Will the N74B60 fit my BMW G12 M760Li?

The N74B60 is the original engine for the BMW G12 M760Li, which makes it the straightforward choice. The sixth 7 Series long-wheelbase was built 2015–2022, and the N74B60 was produced 2009–2022, 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 G12 M760Li?

We do not have an N74B60 on the shelf for the G12 M760Li at the moment. Units arrive regularly; send us your VIN and we will tell you when the next one is ready and what it will cost, including delivery.

N74B60 prices

We do not have an N74B60 on the shelf at the moment. Send us your VIN or the code you need and the desk will tell you when the next unit arrives and what it will cost.

Other N74 versions are in stock from 8.291,00 €. Some can be fitted in place of the N74B60 with parts transferred; ask the desk which ones suit your car.

N74 engines in stock

Here is a selection of N74 engines currently on our shelves, photographed in the yard. Click any of them for the full photographs, mileage and specification.

BMW F01 760Li N74B66 Engine 2022, 50,400 km11.311,00 €BMW F01 760Li N74B66 Engine 2019, 106,700 km9.875,00 €BMW G12 M760Li N74B66 Engine 2020, 110,800 km9.047,00 €BMW F01 760Li N74B66 Engine 2018, 64,100 km11.997,00 €BMW G12 M760Li N74B66 Engine 2020, 148,100 km10.359,00 €BMW F01 760Li N74B66 Engine 2019, 146,900 km9.529,00 €BMW F01 760Li N74B66 Engine 2022, 33,500 km11.890,00 €BMW F01 760Li N74B66 Engine 2017, 97,700 km12.215,00 €BMW G12 M760Li N74B66 Engine 2020, 42,000 km8.679,00 €BMW G12 M760Li N74B66 Engine 2020, 59,300 km10.805,00 €BMW F01 760Li N74B66 Engine 2020, 102,600 km11.500,00 €BMW G12 M760Li N74B66 Engine 2021, 86,300 km11.813,00 €

BMW F01 760Li N74B66 Engine 2022, 50,400 km — 11.311,00 €, reduced from 12.100,00 €. It comes from a 2022 donor car with 50,400 km, and 13 units are available. We can confirm fitment against your VIN the same day.

BMW F01 760Li N74B66 Engine 2019, 106,700 km — 9.875,00 €, reduced from 10.700,00 €. It comes from a 2019 donor car with 106,700 km, and 12 units are available. We can confirm fitment against your VIN the same day.

BMW G12 M760Li N74B66 Engine 2020, 110,800 km — 9.047,00 €, reduced from 9.800,00 €. It comes from a 2020 donor car with 110,800 km, and 9 units are available. The listing shows every side of the engine and the fitted parts.

BMW F01 760Li N74B66 Engine 2018, 64,100 km — 11.997,00 €, reduced from 13.000,00 €. It comes from a 2018 donor car with 64,100 km, and 5 units are available. Ask the desk for compression figures or extra photographs before you order.

BMW G12 M760Li N74B66 Engine 2020, 148,100 km — 10.359,00 €, reduced from 11.100,00 €. It comes from a 2020 donor car with 148,100 km, and 13 units are available. The listing shows every side of the engine and the fitted parts.

BMW F01 760Li N74B66 Engine 2019, 146,900 km — 9.529,00 €, reduced from 10.700,00 €. It comes from a 2019 donor car with 146,900 km, and 7 units are available. We can confirm fitment against your VIN the same day.

BMW F01 760Li N74B66 Engine 2022, 33,500 km — 11.890,00 €, reduced from 12.900,00 €. It comes from a 2022 donor car with 33,500 km, and 22 units are available. We can confirm fitment against your VIN the same day.

BMW F01 760Li N74B66 Engine 2017, 97,700 km — 12.215,00 €, reduced from 13.100,00 €. It comes from a 2017 donor car with 97,700 km, and 19 units are available. We can confirm fitment against your VIN the same day.

BMW G12 M760Li N74B66 Engine 2020, 42,000 km — 8.679,00 €, reduced from 9.650,00 €. It comes from a 2020 donor car with 42,000 km, and 23 units are available. Ask the desk for compression figures or extra photographs before you order.

BMW G12 M760Li N74B66 Engine 2020, 59,300 km — 10.805,00 €, reduced from 11.600,00 €. It comes from a 2020 donor car with 59,300 km, and 17 units are available. Ask the desk for compression figures or extra photographs before you order.

BMW F01 760Li N74B66 Engine 2020, 102,600 km — 11.500,00 €, reduced from 12.750,00 €. It comes from a 2020 donor car with 102,600 km, and 21 units are available. The listing shows every side of the engine and the fitted parts.

BMW G12 M760Li N74B66 Engine 2021, 86,300 km — 11.813,00 €, reduced from 13.050,00 €. It comes from a 2021 donor car with 86,300 km, and 7 units are available. The listing shows every side of the engine and the fitted parts.

Buying a used N74B60: checklist

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.
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. 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.
6. 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.
7. 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.
8. Both cylinder banks and both ECUs. V12 engines often use separate management for each bank. Read faults from both and compare compression across all twelve cylinders.

Questions about the N74B60

Can you check if an N74B66 fits my car with my VIN?

Yes, and it is free. Send the 17-character VIN of your car and, if you have it, the gearbox code. We check the engine family, the build year window and the parts your car needs.

For the N74B66, we confirm that your car was built with this code or with a version that can take it. BMW used it in the BMW G12 M760Li, BMW F01 760Li and BMW F02 760Li.

We only reserve an engine once the match is confirmed, so you never pay for the wrong unit. 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.

You can also use the VIN check on our site. It reads the year, the make, the model and the engine from the public vehicle register.

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Does a used N74B66 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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How do I know a used N74B66 engine is in good shape?

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. 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. If you want more photos or a short video of a unit, ask the desk and we send them before you pay.

On a petrol engine like the N74B66, 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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How long does delivery of an N74B66 engine take?

Orders confirmed before 14:00 CET on a working day leave Hamburg the same day. Later and weekend orders leave the next working day. Delivery to the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, France, Luxembourg and Denmark takes 1 to 3 working days.

Spain, Italy, Portugal, Poland, Czechia, Austria, Ireland, the Nordics and the Baltics take 2 to 5 working days. Greek and Spanish islands, Malta, Cyprus and remote areas take 4 to 8 working days. The UK and other countries outside the EU are quoted one by one.

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. Every engine is drained, sealed at each opening, strapped to a heat-treated pallet and shrink-wrapped, then photographed before it leaves the yard.

You get a tracking number when the pallet is collected. Check the wrapping before you sign, and note any damage on the paperwork.

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What should I check on a used BMW N74 engine?

Start with the basics: the engine code on the block, the recorded mileage and the photos. Make sure the code matches your car and the parts you need are on the unit.

On an N74 petrol engine, a fitter usually checks the spark plugs, the coils, the timing side and the oil seals. These parts are easy to check before fitting and easy to change if needed.

Ask the desk for more pictures of any listing. We are happy to show the stamp, the ports and the ancillaries before you decide. An inspection certificate can travel with the order on request.

Once fitted, change the oil and filter early and drive gently at first. Report any problem right away so the warranty stays valid.

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Which years were BMW N74 engines made?

BMW built the N74 engines we list from about 2009 to 2022. The N74B66 ran from 2009 to 2022.

They went into chassis G12, F01 and F02. 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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Is the BMW N74B66 a diesel or petrol engine?

The N74B66 is a petrol engine. It is a 6.6 liter (6,592 cc) V12, DOHC, 48 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.

Petrol versions need the correct catalytic converters and oxygen sensors 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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What should I replace when I fit a used N74B66 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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What is the BMW N74B66 engine?

The BMW N74B66 is a 6.6 liter (6,592 cc) petrol engine from the N74 family. It has a V12, DOHC, 48 valve layout with twin turbochargers, and makes 448 kW (610 HP) with 800 Nm of torque. BMW built it from 2009 to 2022 and it meets the Euro 6 emission standard.

You find the N74B66 in the BMW G12 M760Li, BMW F01 760Li and BMW F02 760Li. What we list: BMW N74 6.6 twin-turbo V12 engines for the 760Li and M760Li.

At Autowerke Engines every N74B66 is a real used engine from our yard in Hamburg. 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. 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 N74B66 engine fit my BMW G12 M760Li?

Yes, if your BMW G12 M760Li was built with the N74B66. BMW used this 6.6 liter (6,592 cc) petrol engine with 448 kW (610 HP) in the G12 M760Li from about 2009 to 2022.

In our records the N74B66 is the engine for the G12 M760Li, 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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How much is a replacement N74B66 engine for a BMW F02 760Li?

A used N74B66 for the BMW F02 760Li costs from about 8.050 € to 12.200 € 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 N74B66 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 comes with a used N74B66 engine?

Each N74B66 is sold as described on its own listing. The yard writes down the parts that are fitted to that unit, such as the turbo, the injectors, the manifolds or the alternator, so you know what arrives.

Some units are long engines with few ancillaries, others are more complete. If you need a part that is not listed, ask the desk. We often have the matching items in the yard.

Every engine is drained, sealed at each opening, strapped to a heat-treated pallet and shrink-wrapped, then photographed before it leaves the yard.

On delivery, the carrier brings the pallet to the kerb or a loading bay. Please have a forklift, a pallet truck or an engine crane ready.

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Delivery, warranty and payment

Every N74B60 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.

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.

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