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 N57 engine modifications

N57D30U0 or N57D30UL (204 hp / 430 - 450 Nm)
Typrow
Number of cylinders6
number of valves24
Exact capacity2993 cm³
Cylinder diameter84 mm
Piston stroke.90 mm
Power systemCommon Rail
Power204 - 381 HP
Torque430 - 740 nm
Compression ratio16.5 *
Fuel typediesel
Environmental classEURO 5/6
N57D30U0 or N57D30UL (204 hp / 430 - 450 Nm)
3-Series E902010 - 2013
5-Series F102010 - 2011
N57D30O0 or N57D30OL (245 hp / 520 - 540 Nm)
3-Series E902008 - 2012
5-Series F072009 - 2012
5-Series F102010 - 2011
7-Series F012008 - 2012
X5-Series E702010 - 2013
X6-Series E712010 - 2014
N57D30T0 or N57D30TOP (299 - 306 hp / 600 Nm)
5-Series F072009 - 2012
5-Series F102010 - 2011
7-Series F012009 - 2012
X5-Series E702010 - 2013
X6-Series E712010 - 2014
N57D30O1 or N57TU (258 hp / 560 Nm)
3-Series F302012 - 2018
3-Series F342014 - 2020
4-Series F322013 - 2020
5-Series F072012 - 2017
5-Series F102011 - 2017
7-Series F012012 - 2015
X3-Series F252011 - 2017
X4-Series F262014 - 2018
X5-Series F152013 - 2018
X6-Series F162014 - 2019
N57D30T1 or N57TU TOP (313 hp / 630 Nm)
3-Series F302013 - 2018
3-Series F342014 - 2020
4-Series F322013 - 2020
5-Series F072012 - 2017
5-Series F102011 - 2017
6-Series F122011 - 2018
7-Series F012012 - 2015
X3-Series F252011 - 2017
X4-Series F262014 - 2018
X5-Series F152013 - 2018
X6-Series F162014 - 2019
N57D30S1 or N57S1 (381 hp / 740 Nm)
5-Series F102012 - 2017
7-Series F012012 - 2015
X5-Series E702012 - 2013
X6-Series E712012 - 2014
X5-Series F152013 - 2018
X6-Series F162014 - 2019

Engine Overview and Common Failures

The engine number N57 is located at the junction of the block and the gearbox. Compared to the M57 diesel, the intake manifold flap system has been improved and now they can no longer detach and fall directly into the cylinders of your engine. However, they still get dirty and stuck, so the intake needs to be cleaned every 100,000 km. Timing chain stretch: The timing chains in this engine are quite durable and only stretch after 200,000 km. However, their replacement is very difficult and expensive, as they are located on the flywheel side. It is also worth noting that sometimes there are chain breaks due to tensioner failure. Crankshaft damper pulley: Like in many diesel engines, a crankshaft damper pulley is used here, which is quite expensive and often fails at around 100-150 thousand km. With a broken pulley, the load on the crankshaft increases and it may not withstand and crack. Other malfunctions: The Bosch fuel system with piezo injectors is reliable, but it does not tolerate bad fuel, and the diesel particulate filter can simply clog over time, the same goes for the EGR valve. In versions where the turbocharger has a vacuum control system, the hoses often dry out.

Engines from the same line as BMW N57 Engine

See Also

BMW B47 engine

The BMW B47 engine series, with a capacity of 2.0 liters and consisting of four cylinders, running on diesel fuel, has been produced since 2014. This engine is installed in front-wheel drive vehicles as B47C20, in rear-wheel drive vehicles as B47D20, and in Mini models as B47C20A. These engines come in two different generations, and their updated versions are called B47TU1. The R4 engine lineup also includes the following engines: M41, M47, and N47.

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.

Audi Engine Ku

The 2.2-liter gasoline engine Audi 2.2 KU was produced by the company from 1984 to 1990 and installed in the popular second-hand model 100 C3 on the body of type 44 in our market. This engine was equipped with a fairly complicated mechanical fuel injection system K-Jetronic, which required specialized servicing. The following engines also belong to the EA828 line: RT, NF, NG, AAN, and AAR.

Nissan Cd20t engine

The 2.0-liter turbo diesel engine Nissan CD20T was produced in Japan from 1991 to 2002 and was used in very popular models of the company such as Primera, Serena, and Avvenir. There is also a version of this unit - CD20ET with electronic fuel injection and CD20ETi with an intercooler. The CD series includes engines: CD17 and CD20.