The 5 Most Reliable BMW Engines EVER
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- The 5 Most Reliable BMW Engines EVER
Whenever you're looking at a BMW, the reliability of the engine is something you want to understand. I'm going to give you the most #reliable #BMW #engines of all time and what those engines are all about. We'll walk through the ways these engines were amazing, when you can buy them and in what BMWs you can buy them, and how they are some of the best BMW engines ever!
Life is too short to drive boring cars, and it starts with some of these engines. What's your favorite BMW engine?
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So all reliable its 6 or 8 cylinders. What about 4 cylinders on bmw 330i in 2022? What is your opinion?
What about the twin turbos in the 2013-2016 X1s?
"Reliable BMW engines" with E60 M5 background LOL
It's like you need to properly maintain something designed for performance in order for it to function. Who woulda guessed???
I own an e60 528i (N52 engine), it is my first car. The main difference between BMWs and Honda Accords, is maintenance. If you want a car you can drive and drive and drive with little to no attention being paid to the car, then get a car that isn't performance based. I constantly listen to my car and do a shit ton of preventative maintenance, "why?" you may ask, because I would rather spend smaller amounts of money over time keeping her maintained. So that I don't have $600 and $700 repairs to deal with. Also the only reason the M5 has a reputation of being "unreliable" is the push rod bearings, needing to be replaced. It's the reason why people ditched the M5s cus they didn't feel like maintaining a car after 100k miles is to much like hard work. There are reasons why you can see BMWs from the 70s still running, WE (the BMW community) take care of our cars.
That is irony on some of the highest levels 🤣
I literally saw that and had to come to the comment section before continuing to watch. LOL
Jadon Banks I have the same car (08 e60 N52). It’s easily one of the most reliable Bmw engines made. You can’t possibly compare the naturally aspirated inline to the absolutely worst car BMW ever made!!!!
@@vitaminA_1 I know the N52 is an easy to maintain engine. But I am serious, worked on M5s with my dad. They work great if you just take care of them, many people have ran them into the ground
0:21sec: "You don't want to drive something average like a Lexus or Toyota" 🤣
Love it!!
I'm sending this to Scotty
Lol, absolutely. Have an awesome one.
I don't think, lexus is an avarage car.
It depends on what you're looking for.
Normally they produce quiet, comfortable and reliable cars. But they also have very good engines:
2GR-FSE - found on Lexus is350 (306hp), GS350(306hp),RC350 (314 hp), Toyota Mark X GRMN (316hp), Lotus evora GT430 (436hp),etc..
8GR-FXS - Found on Lexus LC500h (354 hp)
2UR-GSE - Found on Lexus ISF, GSF, RCF 5.0 V8 (473 PS)
1LR-GUE - Found on Lexus LFA V10 (560 PS)
etc..
Some sport cars manufacturers are using toyota engines such us:
Spyker B6 Venator
Lotus Exige
Lotus Evora
Scotty is a piece of shit
Snitch
I am a 66-year-old female that just bought a 2005 Z4 and do all my own maintenance ... oil, transmission service suspension etc., your videos are very well spoken and informative not to mention a pleasure to
view😉 😁thank you😊
I love my 2004 x3 2.5 with the M54 that currently has 368 000 km.,and runs like the first day I bought it.
Will keep it forever!!
I know that your 2004 X3 certainly is not rocking original vanos seals... Or window regulators...
Did you do the vanos seals yourself? Did you have it done at the BMW dealership one or more times? You get MUCH better life from any aftermarket o-rings/seals, but the kit from Beisan Systems has been the standard since 2007 when Rajaie Qubain identified weakness in the OEM part and pounced on that market opportunity.
@@867johndoedon't know what vanos seals are,and I open my windows every day cause I smoke cigars in my car 😊
i blew my on 385k
My 25 year old 525 i (purchased new) m50 has required a valve cover gasket replacement, plugs, water pump and assorted belts and hoses. Nothing else. Best car I have ever owned. Ridiculously reliable and well built. Has never been towed.
The M50 engine is legendary when it comes to reliability.
N52 is bulletproof. 😊
I have a 15 year old e89 Z4 with the N52 2.5 straight 6 and it's never given me a problem in the 8 years I've owned it.
I can't even dream of having anything else.
They are great engines and stay on top of maintenance and they can go for a long time
I've owned an m54, n54 and a b58. In terms of reliability and performance, b58 is exceptional! Love the content!
M54 is probably the most reliable BMW engine
Is b58 good engine?
@@taymookrumpli3991 yes
@@taymookrumpli3991 100% yes still going strong zero issue for me
@@taymookrumpli3991 Toyota uses it so yes indeed.
I’m happy with my reliable 2004 X5 with 210,000 Miles and counting. Despite I have neglected big time it’s still running. After 16 years still running strong, all I have to do is pour 1 qt of oil for every 3,000 miles. It’s truly a tank.
Thanks, Made me breathe a sigh of relief about my 18 540i. I bought it with 2,900 miles on it. It was a lease and they barely drove it. Now I know this thing will run, even with me putting it to the test. Great Page 💯💯💯💯
I have a 2000 E38 750il and its M73 engine has never given me an issue outside of standard maintenance every car needs. Its been incredibly reliable.
Same! The M73 could have been an honorable mention here, these engines are bulletptoof
@@michu6777 M60 could also be mentioned in this video
I have a 400whp n54 and while I've heard alot about them being problematic, I've never had a major failure other than bad injectors. Im pretty hard on it but it holds up well. Very tuner friendly as well and in my opinion one of the more superior engines.
Great engines in general just weak plastics and cooling parts
What have you done to get it to 400whp? I have a cobb charge pipe, air filter, JB+ tune and a RPI air scoop. I know the air scoop is marginal at best but thought it loked cool behind the grill. Always looking for ways to increase the engine without hurting it too much.
I call cap
@@betterwithblake downpipe and maintenance
I agree!! My e88 n54 was a bull ! No problems what do ever and drove it like I was on track almost daily. Made over 400whp with Vargas stage 2s . Would still have it if it wasn’t hit by truck. Only problems I had were dumb plastics breaking, swapped out for aluminum cooling parts. And the infamous oil housing gasket leak. N54 imo is reliable if u fix those to things asap
I have the M54 engine in my 330ci and it's brilliant,never seems to use a drop of oil which never gets very dirty,(after around 6000 miles when I change the oil&filter it's a bronze colour ) Same with the M52B25 engine in my old e36 323i coupe, great engines.
I’m hitting 308k on the m54
have you ever replaced any of the cooling parts?
Sold my e30 323i to my nephew .. he does all his own maintenance & races it at the local dragstrip in Sydney. But my n52 in my 1 series is a true sleeper , really does feel like a forced induction unit without all the associated issues & debadged , black paint , black leather, black wheels
Nice, sounds like a great driver. A 1 series is a fun car and a real honest car.
You forgot M52. Mine is 23 years already and never failed me.
Great engines
I agree my friend my M52 is 22 years with over 200,000 on the odometer yet it runs and idles like a dream and driving at 85 mph on the highway is a smooth response, its a great driver wether its heading to work or 100 mile drive to Palm Springs 🌴
Scotty- U have TOTALLY changed my entire personality. For the first 52yrs of my life- I had ZERO desire to deal with a vehicles maintenance. Brother, I am not going to take some classes to learn about BMW cars and engines and soon I am trading my 03 accord for a BMW.
Thanks
I love the N52.... it feels so smooth while still picking up speed pretty quickly
Cheers
M54 is king of smoothness
Nothing made me want to buy a Lexus more than owning 2 cars on this list in a row. That’s like saying “son, you don’t want the pretty smart nice girl with a job, you want the hot one with a meth problem who steals your wallet every few months. She’s more exciting.”
Wow. The comparison tho
😂😂😂😂
and emergency visit at hospital with fat bills
Lol compare a real human to a mans toy. Comon man.
I'm so glad to know my 2006 BMW 330CI has a reliable engine. Just bought one last month!!!
As good as it gets
The m44 is very good.
Purchased an m340i back in December. Glad to hear a description of how its B58 engine works, and that it has a reputation (however new) for reliability.
Year?
@@Unplugged704 2020
B58 in my M240i is a gem, mated to the 6-speed manual with BMW-claimed "335 hp" (so around 360) it's the ideal choice in the current BMW lineup I think. Very good power combined with solid fuel economy.
Is it still good with high mileage tho?
@@wolfqlf2287 thats the big question
I have a 19 440i xdrive stage 2 mhd with 54k miles now. Not a single problem.. might sell before 60k miles tho. And get a M car 🥹
I love my e46 inline 6 engines, s50 and s52 engine, my engine still running strong after 220k mileage, i bought a used well kept car plus I took care
Of the engine.
Those were e36 m3 engines years 95 to 99.I know I had one,that engine and trans were the best part of those m3s.The rest of the car could've been a Yugoslavia the way it fell apart.
@@realisrealite5554 You know what they say, you take your time understanding it, it will take care of you. bmw made amazing aspirating engines, plus those inline 6. I got to drive a friends e30 m3, s14 engines are amazing high rev, but not crazy fast, just a balanced car. I am not into crazy speed. V8 engines, and the V10 what was that like s64? or 65 i think one of those v10 was amazing.
I’m shopping for a 2018 5 Series, leaning toward the 540 and this supports my choice. Thanks for the info!
U forgot all the good 6cyl diesels... (M47, M57)
I have e90 n52b25 with 215 ponies with M suspension and manual. I love that car! I tried many new cars and nothing gives that driving experience and feel.
I have to agree with this article (however I currently own two 20 year old Lexus vehicles) You have listed some of my favorite driving vehicles. I owned a 2005 530i with a 6speed manual. Maybe one of the best drivers I have ever had the privilege of owning especially with the sport package. My independent mechanic said it was the best engine made and that the engines after this went up in power but lost all reliability and things went downhill fast thereafter.
This is either an n52, in which case he could be right, or an m54, which he would be wrong bc the n52 and and m52TU are better motors. The m54 burns oil and has weaker piston liners. I have an m54 in my car tho and it’s still a beast
I have both a 1987 325i convertible and a 2002 M5. I love driving both for different reasons. That M20 engine is bullet proof. It can still scream through all the gears effortlessly.
Have a 2.5 M54 with 193k miles on it. Have replaced normal parts over the years, the biggest thing wrong has been the oil pan gasket. Definitely a great little motor.
M57 is the engine to go with, i’ve seen a lot of them (e60/61) with over 400-500k kms going strong
For sure
Absolutely. And with a little money they make the petrols kneel.
Also the M47! Basically the M57 with 2 cylinders less!
My 635d mapped is a beast to be fair and solid as a rock regular servicing though every 5000
@@simaosacarlos1 M47 isnt very reliable
I'm relieved to see that last engine. Both my X3 and my wife's 440 have it.
M54 here from E60 525i, so 192HP M54B25. Amazing engine. Bought the 2004 model in 2009. Driving it since then. All repairs to the engine in 13 years of driving were around 700 Eur.
Thank you. I’m getting ready to buy the 2020 540i and needed to know about the engine reliability.
Just knew the b58 was going to be on here. Severely underpowered from the factory, but can be tuned into an absolute beast.
Exactly and it’s proving to be more robust than its predecessors
@@ECPP at first i was disapointed that the Supra was having a BMW, but when i saw the B58's engine blueprints all i saw was a a rock solid engine and it came an instant grinn in my face because i can kick some serious butt using that unit. 😎😎😎
The b58 is underpowered from the factory ? Not to many regular cars come with more power than the b58 stock , I wouldn’t exactly call it underpowered
N52 is an awesome engine. Mine has 220000 km and still going strong. No issues.
That’s a decent ru n
The M30 and M10 Engine are also very reliable. My father drove a 316 E30, build in 1982 with the M10, and it lastet for 18 years and 250 000 km without a single problem.
I have a 1996 M43 engine 316i. The engine has +850000km now with a single owner. I have replaced all common parts but engine and gearbox remain tight. Drive train very smooth still.
I just turned in my (N52 engine) 2006 330i M sport for a clean (B58) 2018 440i M sport. That 330i was hands down the most reliable car I've ever owned. Only real failure for me was the water pump after 100k miles- which I know many say is unusual as it usually fails at 40-70k max for many people but I guess I lucked out. If I could have just snapped my fingers and completely 'renewed' the 330i and give it all the digital conveniences that come with my 2018 440i then I would have. I do love my 440i though mmmhm the b58 gives me lots of room to mod as well :)
Interesting - I've got a 2007 330i and looking to upgrade to either a M140i or M2 in the new year. The N52 engine is an absolute peach but I turbo power before we are all forced into electric cars! Good luck with the B58 and happy Christmas
Having had BMWs with the M54 and the M20, I agree that they were really reliable. With the M20 remember to change the timing belt every four years regardless of mileage due to the engine being an interference design. If the timing belt breaks, valves meet pistons with disastrous and expensive results . On the M54, be prepared to change out overflow tanks and radiators on a fairly regular basis. Also, when you need a new water pump, buy an EMP Stewart. All metal machined impeller and a lifetime warranty.
Finally, I’d like to mention the M30 (NA 3.5L I-6) since we’re talking about reliable engines. I had an E34 535i that was totaled by a relative who shall remain nameless. The unibody was bent, but the engine was fine, and it was sold to a guy who needed it for his club racer. He had been club racing his car for years with a bone stock M30. It finally blew during a race, so he was happy to get his hands on my old engine, which was 17 years old but only had ~120k on it. The remarkable part? His car had 299k on his original engine when it finally took a dump on the racetrack after years of racing with only routine maintenance. Not super powerful or particularly good on gas, but tough as nails. I still miss that car.
Thanks for sharing and yes, maintenance is always going to be a necessity, but at least with some of the older designs, there is much more doable at home without unique and expensive diagnostic equipment.
Thank you for taking the time to make this video. I will be investing in a 540i of even a 640i in the near future. I have always wanted a BMW and always found myself overly concerned with reliability due to what has been said about them. This video has made it much more simple to make a logical decision as to what I am looking for.
Again, thank you.
Why not the new G20 M340i? More performance for less money than 540i..
B58 wth upgrade turbo and lpfp and you can get 600whp on straight gas. THAT'S INSANE.
I have the M52TU B25 Engine in my e46 323ci Coupe. It runs so smooth and powerful as it did 22 years ago when the car left the factory in 1999. Still the first pistons, valves, vanos, timing chain and so on. No oil burn like some M54 engines unfortunately do. I have absolute clean exhaust tips 😉 I would recommend the 2.8 M52TU as well if you want to have more power 193 hp. My "new" car i am looking for as a daily driver is a e90 330i sedan with a 6 speed manual and the N52 Engine with 258 hp. The prices for a good one here in Germany are about 7 to 8000 Dollars.
If u want more power from double vanos m52 put an m54b30 intake cam and better airflow intake like m50b25 intake or m54b30 intake, u will be blown away at increase in power from just that. Needs a tune too.
Got to love the straigt sixes from bmw, running smooth as butter 👍
For sure they do
Reassured me in my M240i purchase with the B58. Thank you sir!
Out of the newer engines i would say the N55 is reliable, there were just so many updates from the N54. The N55 isn’t bulletproof but i think its safe to say with proper maintenance there isnt any known large/expensive failure. My N55 is at 160k and doesnt even burn a drop of oil and is still super quiet.
True
@@ECPP so, how much reability has the B58 over the N55? I would like to buy the M135i (2014) or the M140i (2016) and i don't know if the extra 6000 euros(or dollars) worth the difference in terms of reability, leaving the performance aside.. Both cars have around 60k km on clock and i would probably keep one until 200k km and 4 years. Next week i'm buying one and i really don't know wich to choose.
@@motorhead16 which one did you buy?
B58 is more reliable
@@500adaykeepthestressaway7 yes it is but B58 vehicles are much more expensive than the N55 vehicles so for a potential buyer being able to get a reliable engine that is also inexpensive in comparison is a win/win assuming the vehicle was properly maintained.
I bought an e46 330ci in June for my BMW Channel and after finishing up all maintenence...that thing is smooth like butter. Absurdly smooth.
If the M20 and M50 made the list, surely the M30 belongs. I had one in my 1988 735.
I really don't know why the m20 is on this list over the m30.
@@trevor557 Yes - the M30 is probably the most reliable engine BMW ever made & was very powerful for the era (the equal of small block V8s). All the positives of the M20 + no timing belt to break on you.
youre missing out on the diesel bmw's almost all of them are very reliable, my pick would be the m57d30, they came in everything from 3 series to 7 series from 1998 to 2010
I do agree on some Diesel engines. I have been living with an e70 x5 35d and it has been great.
M57 was a tank engine except from 2005 they started puting DPF on the cars ...
M47 you can never go wrong....
M47 suffers from timing chain problems bad, never been a fan of the 4 pot diesels, even the n47 has same issues
I have two BMW's, one E90 (N52 engine) and F25 (N20 engine). I'm always having problem with the N20 and I keep on telling my service advisor that my N52 is more reliable and never had issues. I'm planning to sell my E90 because I work from home since the pandemic and it's just sitting in my garage. After watching this video, I changed my mind and I will just keep it. Thank you ECPP...
This was an awesome video. I have a 2020 G05 and good to know my engine is reliable.
Thanks a lot for watching. Cheers
I had a 1982 528e and I still miss it. Sold it some years ago and I still regret it. It had a manual transmission and power everything even the moon roof it had.
2011 323i N52 Engine- I absolutely love it 🤛
Great engines
M54 owner here, currently replacing head gasket 😂
I know overheating 🥵
Simple, M57 hands down
👍
Glad to see the B58 on the list have it in my M240i and I’m hoping it last the test of time , hopefully tuning it soon as well !
it should, just make sure to order new oil filter housings every time you do oil change after the warranty expires lol
My E90 325i has served me very well for 10 years. Never consumes engine oil. Zero leaks. I’m really lucky.
My E36 328i also has a super reliable engine. No issues. No leaks.
Nice
I’ve personally owned 3 e30’s all equipped with the m20 engine and getrag 5 speed manual transmission, the m20 is super easy to work on, the parts are still widely available and cheap compared to modern bmw parts and they are absolutely bulletproof as long as you do the proper maintenance these engines won’t ever fail you, the m20 engines are from a golden era of bmw performance and technology when they marketed all the 3 series cars so they could homologate the m3’s into the DTM races where bmw began its journey into the prestigious status it holds today for building excellent performance cars. If you have never experienced e30 ownership I highly encourage you to buy one and enjoy the experience of a true classic 80’s retro car that was ahead of its time
I agree with your list and I appreciate all your knowledge of the BMW engines. Great Video Mark.
Thanks 👍 I have lived the brand for many years from E30s, E36's,E46's, E60's, E92's, E70s and driven just about everything else. Great brand. Have an awesome one Jeff. I also LOVE your New M3 and am very excited to watch your project build of it.
HQ_BMW 70s and 80s Mercedes Diesels are tanks
Got the M50 in an e34 525 touring. A real workhorse 👍👍
You bet
Worked my ass off for my first car got a bmw e91 M57 3.0 and it is just awesome 200k+ miles still running butter smooth, even the bmw mechanics were surprised.
I’ve got an ‘06 e90 sedan, 325xi. There’s always gonna be repair costs (gaskets, water pump, thermostat, shocks, etc) but I found myself pretty lucky not goin through wallet busting repairs (HPFP, engine failure etc) commonly found in the V8’s. Bought my e90 at 73K back in 2012. I’m now at 226K and strong. I even went a bit long between oil changes early on. Anything e90 with an N52, u’ll be fine.
My formula for longevity is stick with the straight-6/inline-6 (i6) based or NA engines. That now includes the twin scroll engines (b58: 640i, 840i, 540i, M340i) but u should be fine by the recommendations of this video.
na engine are always the best they very simple engine they dont have that much stress there not as hot compare to the turbo engine that tend to be a huge benefit to those plastic crap that are heat sensative.
N52 here. Not the fastest but definitely the smoothest. I love the str8-6 engine. I use shell v-power and went 3 weeks before another full up.
Cheers
I love how quiet mine is, I have a e60 528. I can comfortably start it in the morning and let it run to heat itself up, and not have to worry about annoying my neighbors, unlike the ass the lives next to me in a Charger... I can't stand the unneeded noise of American muscle cars
4 cylinder 2.0 liter version of the b58 engine is probably reliable too. It can be found in the BMWs that lasts with "30i". For example 330i. Although it has less power (~250hp compared to 320hp) ,it has better fuel economy. For a daily 250 is more than enough I think. But 6 cylinder is cool.
It's called b48
This version is b48, but it has coolant line issues due to its placement. B58 is still more reliable.
@@philipmvee8466 is the b58 still good with high mileage?
number one: haha you have been pranked, you really think a BMW could be reliable?
Mine lasted 200k miles and sold and brought another so yeah been in them 15 years now so jokes on you 😂😂
I have a M50B25TU, 360k Km and still pulls good. Good engine
M54 ;N52 -->2004 thru 2015; S62 --> M5-1998-2003; M50 --> E36 cars; M20 - older stuff; Current B58 3L turbocharged 6 cylinder since 2015.
Thanks. This is an informative video. I do really enjoy your BMW content.
I appreciate that!
Heyho Dude, just came across your channel. SPOT ON MATE, thats all I gotta say. Massive thanks Phil.
Thanks and welcome
I’ve learned so much from this channel!!!
Thank you for the support
BMW master tech here most of the BMW engines are reliable the problems comes down to overheating and the programming that's when the problem starts specially with high mileage vehicles .if maintenance its properly done engines are reliable the problems comes from luck off maintenance.. most of the time newer vehicles all need to be programmed down the line ..and thas the catch.. stay away from high mileage BMWs on 205 and newers all with a puch to star bottom or cast . In BMW terminology my advise.. good video .
Thanks a lot for your feedback. This always helps the viewers. Have a great one.
I own a 01 e39 with 230 thousand miles and so far engines running strong n no problems, i guess your not 100% right on your theory 🤷♂️
@@67mustang351w ah yes, that makes 100% sense. Because it doesn't happen to me it doesn't happen at all! What a daft sentence. The guy said he's a BMW technician, he knows what he's talking about.
Around 100,000 miles is considered high mileage for BMW
Love my 440 with the B58. Another nice thing about the motor is that it warms up quick. The N55 felt like it took forever to warm up. Also it's nice that the oil filter housing is behind the motor. On the N55 N54 and N52 it was in the front. And when the gasket went it would drip oil all over the belt and pullies.
I drive a 330ci 3 series right now with the M54 engine. Very good engine but my dream is to buy a 440i with the b58. Do you recommend that engine?
@@Jnas-js7pp Absolutely out of all the BMWs I owned the B58 is the best motor hands down. Easy to tune as well.
@@wingedhussar5528 Good, gonna buy a manual 440i one day. They are hard to find but i will
@@Jnas-js7pp Yeah they are. The 8 speed is quicker though. That 8 apeed ZF transmission is no joke. Although nothing holds a candle to that classic sports feel of manual. Make sure you get it in M sport as well.
@@wingedhussar5528 Nah this time im getting a manual. Also i heard b58 and other newer bmw engines dont last as long as the older ones? Is that true?
M10, M40, M42, M43 & and M44 were all very reliable 4 bangers.
The M10 block was used in the E30 M3 engine.
Reliable setup and good
Short n sweet..Neat n Complete...Thanks for the pain free BMW experience. Old is Gold!
Nice
Bought my 2011 3.0L N52 E90 in 2016 and it is still running strong today. I love my BMW
The great m30-engine is missing. Early ones had problems with the heads, but once that problem was sorted they became great engines with lots of power.
M30 and power? lololol
Just bought a 2011 X3 xDrive28i with the N52 engine. 145xxx miles. Well taken care of. Drives like a dream.
I like the way this guy talks - to the putoint and great little sayings
Thank you very much
Nobody got a good word to say about the M62 V8s? One of those in a well-looked-after E39 is just driving heaven.
I couldn't agree more! '97 540i owner right here.
Had a 535i sport.still going strong at 180,000mls on the clock.sold it with 164000mls
MY 97 M62V8 HAS 197000 MILES... YOU CAN BARELY HEAR IT RUNNING...
Sounds like the B58 is the motor for me. Reliable, but powerful
In the current BMW lineup, it is the best for all around. The TT V8's are amazing but sometimes have challenges.
great video, been in the market for a BMW and will take this into my research.
Thanks
Last year I purchased a 2022 Supra with the B58 motor. It is truly amazing, put it in sport mode and the beast comes alive. Looking forward to many reliable miles in the future.
I was expecting the M57
M47 and M57, both bombproof. Love mine
@@jobelewis6416 M47 is not.. ideal.
you mean M51
M52 great engine too.
Absolutely. Thanks for the comment.
@@ECPP I must agree with you.
Yeah , funny he didn't mention M-52 engine (possibly because of full alloy construction is not as robust as iron block on M-50 block??-, also M-54 (e-46 330ci engine) is full alloy construction anyway-I own a 1995 e-36 328i coupe in Madeira violet colour with light grey leather leather in auto , and like all bmws with proper services it still runs superbly like a new car at 187,000kms. Cheers everyone.
@@kenlee-97I have 98 e39 528i M52B28 manual trans,with 385 000 km and still working strong.Oil change at 10 000km 5w40.
Cheers
Fantastic video, really informative without drowning in jargon. Bravo, Sir!
Thank you very much
the m54 was also in the e60 5 series as well as the n52
M54 + Eletric water Pump = Perfect mate.
Cheers
M47 owner in e90 320d 163hp great motor
Gotta throw in for the S54 from the 1990-2006 M3. At 155,000 my track car gets 27 mpg on the highway at 80 mph and still turns in laps as fast as I dare go at my age.
Haha, you bet. Last of the hardcore racy engines
S54 all day any say. That beauty is a beast
Very nice
BMW does well on transmissions and engines it's all the other components that break.
There are certainly challenges. Lol
BMW use transmissions made by ZF. I was shocked to read that Dodge has the same transmission as my BMW 🤔
François Parent haha, hellcat uses ZF 8, Only mainstream autos right now that can handle that much power. I love 8 ZF gearbox on my e70 X5.
@@Areku06 yeah ZF 8 does on rather good job too. With 106k miles it's due for a fluid change, new filter, new gasket and pan.
François Parent bmw uses transmissions from GM as well. My bmw has the same transmission as a Cadillac CTS.
I did enjoy the list because I've got an N52. I just wish it was a 3 litre instead of a 2.5.
I lost it when i saw his list in the reflection of the car
Great
Great video. I am loving my 2022 M340 (B58), instant linear power that puts a grim on my face :)
Fun cars and solid dependability
I love when you said who wants to drive toyota Lexus or honda bring cars 😂😂
I just want that E60 m5 behind you in my garage
They are wonderful cars and one of the best imho
The question is: can you make it out of the garage?
I have a BMW E46 from 1999 320i 6 cylinder M52 motor its still run like a train. great engines I love it. Never had problems with the engine.
I have bought a new M340i. So far it has been great. I am breaking it in per manual instructions. Great car so far.
Great to hear!
Thank God no 4 cylinder engine make it to this list.
Nice
4:59 Nice Editing. Good info. Dig your channel
I have a 330d 2009 lci n57 good engine never problems
How does S55 reliability compare to the b58? After the crank hub upgrade?