BMW M47D20
A number of diesel versions are equipped with intake flaps that can fall into the cylinders.
BMW X3 engines
The BMW X3 is a German luxury compact crossover vehicle produced since 2003 by BMW AG. In mid-2017, a sample of the 3rd generation model was presented under the code G01. Its launch is planned for 2018. The machine was developed and manufactured in cooperation with Magna Steyr AG & Co KG at the plant in Graz, Austria. The X3 appeared on the Russian market at the end of 2010, after the launch of its assembly production at the Avtodor plant.
The BMW X3 was offered with 15 engines since 2003 (6 diesel, 9 petrol). Displacement ranges from 2.0 to 3.0 liters, power output from 116 to 400 hp. All of them use a timing chain. 9 are turbocharged. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the BMW M57D30 (about 400,000 km).
BMW X3 engines by generation
| Engine | Years | Volume | Power | Fuel | Timing | Oil | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW X3 E83 2003–2010 | |||||||
| BMW M54B30 | 2003–2006 | 3.0 L R6 | 231 hp | petrol | chain | 6.5 L | ~330,000 km |
| BMW M54B25 | 2003–2006 | 2.5 L R6 | 192 hp | petrol | chain | 6.5 L | ~320,000 km |
| BMW M57D30 | 2003–2010 | 2.9–3.0 L R6 | 184–286 hp | diesel, turbo | chain | 6.75–8 L | ~400,000 km |
| BMW M47D20 | 2004–2007 | 2.0 L R4 | 116–163 hp | diesel, turbo | chain | 5–5.2 L | ~350,000 km |
| BMW N46B20 | 2005–2010 | 2.0 L R4 | 129–170 hp | petrol | chain | 4.25 L | ~300,000 km |
| BMW N52B25 | 2005–2010 | 2.5 L R6 | 177–218 hp | petrol | chain | 6.5 L | ~250,000 km |
| BMW N52B30 | 2006–2010 | 3.0 L R6 | 218–272 hp | petrol | chain | 6.5 L | ~275,000 km |
| BMW N47D20 | 2007–2010 | 2.0 L R4 | 116–218 hp | diesel, turbo | chain | 5.2 L | ~250,000 km |
| BMW X3 F25 2010–2017 | |||||||
| BMW N55B30 | 2010–2017 | 3.0 L R6 | 306–370 hp | petrol, turbo | chain | 6.5 L | ~300,000 km |
| BMW N20B20 | 2011–2017 | 2.0 L R4 | 156 hp | petrol, turbo | chain | 5 L | ~220,000 km |
| BMW N57D30 | 2011–2017 | 3.0 L R6 | 204–381 hp | diesel, turbo | chain | 6.5–7.2 L | ~300,000 km |
| BMW X3 G01 2017–present | |||||||
| BMW B57D30 | 3.0 L R6 | 265–400 hp | diesel, turbo | chain | ~350,000 km | ||
| BMW B48B20 / B48A20 | 2017–present | 2.0 L R4 | 156–306 hp | petrol, turbo | chain | 5.25 L | ~250,000 km |
| BMW B58B30 | 2018–present | 3.0 L R6 | 326–388 hp | petrol, turbo | chain | ~300,000 km | |
| Other BMW X3 engines generation not specified | |||||||
| BMW B47 (C20/D20) | 2014–present | 2.0 L R4 | 116–231 hp | diesel | chain | ~350,000 km | |
BMW X3 engine FAQ
What engines were used in the BMW X3?
BMW X3 E83 (2003–2010): BMW M54B30, BMW M54B25, BMW M57D30, BMW M47D20, BMW N46B20, BMW N52B25, BMW N52B30 and BMW N47D20; BMW X3 F25 (2010–2017): BMW N55B30, BMW N20B20 and BMW N57D30; BMW X3 G01 (2017–present): BMW B57D30, BMW B48B20 / B48A20 and BMW B58B30.
Which BMW X3 engine is the most durable?
By rated service life the most durable BMW X3 engines are: BMW M57D30 — about 400,000 km; BMW B47 (C20/D20) — about 350,000 km; BMW B57D30 — about 350,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.
How much oil does the BMW X3 engine take?
Engine oil capacity with filter: BMW B48B20 / B48A20 — 5.25 L (0W-30, 0W-40, 5W-30, 5W-40); BMW M47D20 — 5–5.2 L (5W-40 (M47D20) 5W-30 (M47TU, M47TU2)); BMW M54B25 — 6.5 L (5W-30); BMW M54B30 — 6.5 L (5W-30); BMW M57D30 — 6.75–8 L (5W-40); BMW N20B20 — 5 L (5W-30); BMW N46B20 — 4.25 L (5W-30); BMW N47D20 — 5.2 L (5W-30); BMW N52B25 — 6.5 L (5W-30); BMW N52B30 — 6.5 L (5W-30); BMW N55B30 — 6.5 L (5W-30); BMW N57D30 — 6.5–7.2 L (5W-30).
Does the BMW X3 have a timing belt or chain?
Timing chain: BMW B47 (C20/D20), BMW B48B20 / B48A20, BMW B57D30, BMW B58B30, BMW M47D20, BMW M54B25, BMW M54B30, BMW M57D30, BMW N20B20, BMW N46B20, BMW N47D20, BMW N52B25, BMW N52B30, BMW N55B30 and BMW N57D30.
Was the BMW X3 available with a diesel engine?
Yes: BMW B47 (C20/D20), BMW B57D30, BMW M47D20, BMW M57D30, BMW N47D20 and BMW N57D30.
Engine details
BMW M57D30
The intake manifold flaps here can suddenly come off and fall into the cylinders.
BMW N47D20
The most famous problem of the motor in stretching the timing chain on runs up to 100,000 km.
BMW N57D30
The service life of this diesel engine is highly dependent on the quality of the fuel and oil used.
BMW N55B30
This unit does not tolerate non-original oil and instantly cokes.
BMW B47 (C20/D20)
Most of the problems with this engine are related to the EGR system, which is called AGR here. In the early years,…
BMW B48B20 / B48A20
Compared to their predecessors, the B48 series engines are no longer so prone to oil consumption, however, closer to 100,000 km, valve…
BMW B57D30
The most famous problem of this diesel engine is the contamination of the intake manifold and its swirl flaps, which results in…
BMW B58B30
Most of the complaints on the specialized forums are related to a decrease in the coolant level. The exact cause is unknown,…
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