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BMW M57 engine

6-cylinder BMW M57 diesel engines with a capacity of 2.5 and 3.0 liters were produced from 1998 to 2012 and were practically installed in all major models of the company at that time. There are three generations of these power units, commonly referred to as M57, M57N, and M57N2. The R6 line also includes engines: M21, M51, N57, and B57.

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BMW M57 engine modifications.

2.5-liter M57D25 modification:
Typrow
Number of cylinders6
number of valves24
Exact capacity2497 cm³
Cylinder diameter80 mm
Piston stroke.82.8 mm
Power systemCommon Rail
Power163 HP
Torque350 nm
Compression ratio17.5
Fuel typediesel
Environmental classEURO 2/3
3. 0-liter M57D30 modifications:
Typrow
Number of cylinders6
number of valves24
Exact capacity2926 cm³
Cylinder diameter84 mm
Piston stroke.88 mm
Power systemCommon Rail
Power184 - 193 HP
Torque390 - 430 nm
Compression ratio18.0
Fuel typediesel
Environmental classEURO 2/3
BMW M57D25O0 ( 163 hp / 350 Nm)
Typrow
Number of cylinders6
number of valves24
Exact capacity2497 cm³
Cylinder diameter80 mm
Piston stroke.82.8 mm
Power systemCommon Rail
Power177 HP
Torque400 nm
Compression ratio17.0
Fuel typediesel
Environmental classEURO 3
BMW M57D30O0 ( 184 - 193 л.с. / 390 - 430 Нм)
Typrow
Number of cylinders6
number of valves24
Exact capacity2993 cm³
Cylinder diameter84 mm
Piston stroke.90 mm
Power systemCommon Rail
Power204 - 218 HP
Torque410 - 500 nm
Compression ratio17.0
Fuel typediesel
Environmental classEURO 3
2.5-liter M57D25TU modifications:
Typrow
Number of cylinders6
number of valves24
Exact capacity2993 cm³
Cylinder diameter84 mm
Piston stroke.90 mm
Power systemCommon Rail
Power272 HP
Torque560 nm
Compression ratio16.5
Fuel typediesel
Environmental classEURO 3
3. 0-liter modification M57D30TU:
Typrow
Number of cylinders6
number of valves24
Exact capacity2993 cm³
Cylinder diameter84 mm
Piston stroke.90 mm
Power systemCommon Rail
Power197 HP
Torque400 nm
Compression ratio17.0
Fuel typediesel
Environmental classEURO 4
3.0-liter modification M57D30TOP:
Typrow
Number of cylinders6
number of valves24
Exact capacity2993 cm³
Cylinder diameter84 mm
Piston stroke.90 mm
Power systemCommon Rail
Power231 - 235 HP
Torque500 - 520 nm
Compression ratio17.0
Fuel typediesel
Environmental classEURO 4
BMW M57D25O1 (177 hp / 400 Nm)
Typrow
Number of cylinders6
number of valves24
Exact capacity2993 cm³
Cylinder diameter84 mm
Piston stroke.90 mm
Power systemCommon Rail
Power286 HP
Torque580 nm
Compression ratio17.0
Fuel typediesel
Environmental classEURO 4
BMW M57D25O0 ( 163 hp / 350 Nm)
5-Series E392000 - 2004
BMW M57D30O0 ( 184 - 193 л.с. / 390 - 430 Нм)
3-Series E461999 - 2003
5-Series E391998 - 2004
7-Series E381998 - 2001
X5-Series E532001 - 2003
BMW M57D25O1 (177 hp / 400 Nm)
5-Series E602004 - 2007
BMW M57D30O1 ( 204 - 218 л.с. / 410 - 500 Нм)
3-Series E462003 - 2006
5-Series E602003 - 2005
7-Series E652002 - 2005
X3-Series E832003 - 2010
X5-Series E532003 - 2006
BMW M57D30T1 ( 272 hp / 560 Nm)
5-Series E602004 - 2007
BMW M57D30U2 (197 hp / 400 Nm)
3-Series E902006 - 2010
5-Series E602007 - 2010
BMW M57D30O2 ( 231 - 235 hp / 500 - 520 Nm)
3-Series E902005 - 2008
5-Series E602005 - 2010
7-Series E652005 - 2008
X5-Series E702007 - 2010
X5-Series E712008 - 2010
BMW M57D30T2 ( 286 hp / 580 Nm)
3-Series E902006 - 2012
5-Series E602007 - 2010
6-Series E632007 - 2010
X3-Series E832006 - 2010
X5-Series E702007 - 2010
X5-Series E712008 - 2010

Engine Overview and Common Failures

The M57 engine number is located near the oil filter. The weight of the complete M57 engine is 210 kg. First generation of this diesel engine was equipped with steel intake swirl flaps, which could detach and fall into the engine cylinders, which usually resulted in a fatal outcome. With the upgrade, plastic flaps were introduced and they are relatively safe. The fuel system uses Bosch Common Rail system with electromagnetic injectors, which is highly reliable and has a long service life. It is important not to compromise on fuel quality and maintenance. On high mileage, leaks in the pressure regulator on the rail and failure of the main pump (sometimes it is sufficient to simply replace its filter) can occur periodically. The turbocharger itself is quite durable and does not cause much trouble, but problems with boost are usually related to cracks in vacuum tubes or a clogged pressure regulator. It should be noted that the turbocharger can leak oil if the crankcase ventilation is faulty. The timing chains of the engines from the first two generations last for a very long time, sometimes more than 500,000 km, but the engines of the third generation were upgraded and received a new timing drive, which may require replacement before reaching 300,000 km, and it is not cheap. Other malfunctions include occasional leaks in the plastic coolant pipes, thermostat failures, viscous fan clutch, damper pulley, or glow plug control unit. It is also worth noting that the second generation of the engine had a steel exhaust manifold and it often cracked, while the first and third generations were equipped with a cast iron manifold.

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See Also

BMW B37 engine

The three-cylinder BMW B37 diesel engine with a displacement of 1.5 liters has been fitted since 2014 and installed in front-wheel drive models as B37C15 and rear-wheel drive models as B37D15. In Mini cars, this diesel engine is known by its own index, B37C15A. Currently, the inline 3 engine line only consists of one family of engines.

BMW M51 engine

The 2.5-liter BMW M51 diesel engine was produced at the factory in Austria from 1991 to 2001 and was installed in popular models such as the E36 body style of the 3 Series and the E34 and E39 body styles of the 5 Series. This power unit was modernized in 1996 and received a new index, M51TU. The inline-6 engine lineup also includes: M21, M57, N57, and B57.

BMW N57 Engine

The 6-cylinder diesel engines BMW N57 were produced in Germany from 2008 to 2020 and practically installed in all models of its era with a longitudinal engine layout. There are different versions of these engines: with single, double, and triple turbocharging. The following engines also belong to the R6 series: M21, M51, M57 and N57.

BMW B57 engine

The 6-cylinder BMW B57 diesel engines with a capacity of 3.0 liters have been produced since 2015 and are installed in the most popular models powered by rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive by the German company. There are three variants of these power units: with one, two or four turbochargers. The range of R6 engines also includes units: M21, M51, M57, and N57.

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