BMW N57D30
The service life of this diesel engine is highly dependent on the quality of the fuel and oil used.
BMW X4 engines
The BMW X4 is a German luxury compact crossover SUV from the manufacturer BMW AG. Began to be manufactured in 2014. The 5-seater and 5-door crossover is based on BMW X3, and only in general details. In terms of external and technical parameters, the model is a sports version of the X3. At the same time, the X4 has a better finish, rich equipment and a large number of additional options. The car is manufactured at an American car company in the city of Spartanburg.
The BMW X4 was offered with 7 engines since 2014 (3 diesel, 4 petrol). Displacement ranges from 2.0 to 3.0 liters, power output from 116 to 400 hp. All of them use a timing chain. 6 are turbocharged. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the BMW B47 (C20/D20) (about 350,000 km).
BMW X4 engines by generation
| Engine | Years | Volume | Power | Fuel | Timing | Oil | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW X4 F26 2014–2018 | |||||||
| BMW N55B30 | 2014–2018 | 3.0 L R6 | 306–370 hp | petrol, turbo | chain | 6.5 L | ~300,000 km |
| BMW N20B20 | 2014–2017 | 2.0 L R4 | 156 hp | petrol, turbo | chain | 5 L | ~220,000 km |
| BMW N57D30 | 2014–2018 | 3.0 L R6 | 204–381 hp | diesel, turbo | chain | 6.5–7.2 L | ~300,000 km |
| BMW X4 G02 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 X4 engines generation not specified | |||||||
| BMW B47 (C20/D20) | 2014–present | 2.0 L R4 | 116–231 hp | diesel | chain | ~350,000 km | |
BMW X4 engine FAQ
What engines were used in the BMW X4?
BMW X4 F26 (2014–2018): BMW N55B30, BMW N20B20 and BMW N57D30; BMW X4 G02 (2017–present): BMW B57D30, BMW B48B20 / B48A20 and BMW B58B30.
Which BMW X4 engine is the most durable?
By rated service life the most durable BMW X4 engines are: BMW B47 (C20/D20) — about 350,000 km; BMW B57D30 — about 350,000 km; BMW B58B30 — about 300,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.
How much oil does the BMW X4 engine take?
Engine oil capacity with filter: BMW B48B20 / B48A20 — 5.25 L (0W-30, 0W-40, 5W-30, 5W-40); BMW N20B20 — 5 L (5W-30); BMW N55B30 — 6.5 L (5W-30); BMW N57D30 — 6.5–7.2 L (5W-30).
Does the BMW X4 have a timing belt or chain?
Timing chain: BMW B47 (C20/D20), BMW B48B20 / B48A20, BMW B57D30, BMW B58B30, BMW N20B20, BMW N55B30 and BMW N57D30.
Was the BMW X4 available with a diesel engine?
Yes: BMW B47 (C20/D20), BMW B57D30 and BMW N57D30.
Engine details
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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