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BMW · Engine information · U.S. & Canada N63 4.4 twin turbo · Know your technical update The N63 puts its turbochargers inside the cylinder-bank V for compact packaging and short exhaust paths. Four major versions bring meaningful changes to valve control, injection and electronics—so “N63” alone is only the starting point. N63 4,395 ccDisplacement…

BMW · Engine information · U.S. & Canada N57 3.0 diesel · Six-cylinder refinement, substantial torque The North American N57TU delivers 413 lb-ft through a single variable-geometry turbo. Its smooth inline-six layout suits long-distance driving, while precise fuel control and exhaust treatment are central to keeping it performing correctly. N57 technical-update engine 2,993 ccDisplacement 255…

BMW · Engine information · U.S. & Canada S65 4.0 V8 · Eight throttles · 8,400 rpm The S65 makes its power through engine speed. A short stroke, eight individual throttles and an 8,400 rpm redline give the E9x M3 a crisp, progressive delivery that builds all the way to the top end. S65B40 3,999…

BMW · Engine information · U.S. & Canada N47 2.0 diesel · Strong low-speed torque, compact package The North American N47TU brings diesel pulling power to the 328d and X3 28d. Its single variable-geometry turbo and common-rail injection work with a sophisticated emissions system, all coordinated by Bosch EDC17 electronics. N47D20 1,995 ccDisplacement 180 hpFactory…

BMW · Engine information · U.S. & Canada N54 3.0 · Two turbochargers · Direct injection Two small turbochargers give the N54 strong torque early in the rev range. Piezo direct injection and double VANOS support everything from the original 300 hp 335i to the sharper factory calibrations in the 335is and 1 Series M…

BMW · Engine information · U.S. & Canada S85 5.0 V10 · Ten throttles · Naturally aspirated Ten cylinders and an 8,250 rpm limit define the S85. Its individual throttles and high-pressure VANOS system give the M5 and M6 a distinctly different delivery from a low-speed turbocharged engine. S85 V10 · Photo: Auge=mit 4,999 ccDisplacement…

BMW · Engine information · U.S. & Canada N52 3.0 · Naturally aspirated · Valvetronic inline-six The N52 combines a lightweight magnesium-aluminium crankcase with variable valve lift. Its smooth, linear delivery comes from breathing control and intake tuning, with several factory outputs from the same basic 3.0-litre layout. N52 2,996 ccDisplacement 215–260 hpSelected U.S. ratings…

BMW · Engine information · U.S. & Canada N73 6.0 V12 · Effortless power, intricate electronics The naturally aspirated N73 makes its character through twelve small, closely spaced power strokes. Direct injection and variable valve lift add sophistication beneath the smooth delivery—and explain why its electronics involve more than a single ECU. N73B60 5,972 ccDisplacement…

BMW · Engine information · U.S. & Canada N62 4.4 & 4.8 V8 · Naturally aspirated · Valvetronic The N62 uses variable valve lift and intake tuning to deliver a broad, quiet V8 powerband. Its 4.4-litre and later 4.8-litre versions powered BMW’s larger sedans, coupes and SUVs, with several important changes in their control electronics….

BMW · Engine information · U.S. & Canada S54 3.2 · Six individual throttles · Naturally aspirated The S54 rewards revs. Six individual throttle butterflies, mechanical valve adjustment and double VANOS give this iron-block inline-six its immediate response and distinctive high-speed character. S54B32HP display engine 3,246 ccDisplacement 330–333 hpApplications below 262 lb-ftPeak torque 11.5:1Compression Architecture…