BMW 3 series e90 engines
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BMW 3 series e90 engines

17.02.2023 /

German cars BMW 3-series belong to the middle class. Their production began in 1975, today they are represented by a large selection of bodies and engines, there are also sports versions. This series has become the most successful in the history of the automaker.

BMW 3 series e90 engines
BMW 3 series e90
  • The first generation car was introduced in 1975 - a two-door sedan with a four-cylinder engine. In 1977, a model with a six-cylinder engine was released.
  • In 1982, the second generation went into the series with improved aerodynamics, a redesigned appearance and powerful engines. In 1983, the production of a four-door sedan was launched, and since 1985 a convertible and a sports version of the M3 have been produced. The first station wagon began to be produced in 1987. After that, versions with diesel engines appeared.
  • The third generation appeared in 1990 in the form of a four-door sedan, since 1992 they launched a coupe, a few months later a sports version and a convertible. Since 1994, a compact hatchback has been produced. This series included powerful six-cylinder gasoline engines. They were equipped with two overhead camshafts and included four valves per cylinder, VANOS proprietary development was used - a variable valve timing system. There were also economical six- and four-cylinder turbodiesels.
  • The fourth generation was demonstrated in 1998. Cars have become bigger and more powerful. They were the first to use diesel engines with a battery fuel supply system and direct injection. They were even installed on coupes and convertibles.
  • The fifth generation began to be produced in 2005. They were distinguished by powerful internal combustion engines and high controllability. Gasoline engines were equipped with direct fuel injection systems, and the most powerful power units were turbocharged. All diesel engines were distinguished by efficiency and compliance with toxicity requirements. On some models, Start-Stop systems were installed.
  • In 2012, the sixth generation launched - a coupe with two and four doors and a convertible. They had an automatic eight-speed transmission, as well as a projector on the windshield. Gasoline, diesel engines and hybrids were offered.
  • In 2018, the seventh series of sedans entered the market.
  • Since 2013, the 3-Series Gran Turismo has been added to the series.

Special sports versions took part in various competitions and often won prizes. The engines of these models had certain improvements.

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Engines for BMW 3 Series

Engines on the BMW of the third series were installed on models that were sold in Russia, America and Europe. It should be noted that domestic consumers are offered a greater choice of car modifications than European ones.

B47D20Volume 2 liters, diesel, turbocharged, power 116-231 horsepower. Installed on 1/2/3/4/5/7 series, 2 Gran Tourer, Gran Turismo, X1/3/4/5. These are hatchbacks, coupes, convertibles, sedans, minivans, station wagons and SUVs. Used from 2013 to today. It was supplied to the markets of Russia, Europe and America.
B48B20Turbocharged engine, gasoline, power 184-285 hp, volume 2 liters. Used on 2/3/4/5/7, 2-Series Gran Tourer, 6-Series Gran Turismo, X1/3/4, Z4. Installed on coupes, convertibles, minivans, sedans, hatchbacks and SUVs from 2013 to today. It is sold in the markets of China, America, Europe and Russia.
B38B15Turbocharged, power 102-140 horses, gasoline, volume 1,5 liters. Used for 1/2/3 series, 2 Active/Gran Tourer. They started installing it in 2014, and is still used by the manufacturer on sedans, minivans, hatchbacks, convertibles and coupes.
B58B30Gasoline, turbocharged, 326-360 horses, volume 3 liters. For 2/3/4/5 series, 6 Gran Turismo, X3 and Z4 on convertibles, sedans, coupes, hatchbacks, SUVs from 2013 to today. For the markets of Russia, America and Europe.
N46B20Volume 2 liters, gasoline, power 129-156 horsepower. Installed on 1 and 3 series, X1 and 3, Z4, hatchbacks, coupes, convertibles, sedans, station wagons and SUVs. The installation of the unit began in 2001 and ended in 2015. For European and Russian markets.
N47D20It is presented in two modifications - turbo and atmospheric. Power 143-2118 horsepower, volume 2 liters, diesel, twin turbo. The engine has been installed on cars 1/3/4/5 series, 3 Gran Turismo, X1/3/5 on hatchbacks, coupes, convertibles, station wagons, sedans and SUVs since 2004 and is used today on some models. Sold in the Russian and European markets.
N52B25AGasoline, volume 2,5 liters, 218 horsepower. It was used only on models of the third series of coupes, convertibles, sedans, station wagons from 2004 to 2014. Shipped worldwide.
N52B252,5 liters, gasoline, 204-218 horsepower. Used only on 3 and 5 series, as well as X3 and Z4. Installed on sedans, SUVs and convertibles from 2004 to 2013. For Russian and European markets.
N52B30Volume 3 liters, gasoline, power 218-272 horsepower. Installed on 1/3/5/6/7 series, X1/3/5 and Z4. They were installed on coupes, convertibles, hatchbacks, sedans and station wagons from 2003 to 2015. For Russia, Europe and America.
N53B30Gasoline, power 204-272 horsepower, volume 3 liters. Designed for 3/5/6 series models, used on coupes, convertibles, station wagons and sedans from 2004 to 2017. It was sold in the domestic and European markets.
N54B30Turbocharged, 3 liters, gasoline, 306-340 horsepower. Used on models 1/3/5/7 series, Z4 on convertibles, coupes, sedans from 2004 to 2017. Sold in the markets of America, Russia and Europe.
N55B30Volume 3 liters, gasoline, turbocharged, 300-360 horsepower. They put on 1/3/4/5/6/7 series, 3/5 Gran Turismo, X3/4/5/6. Used on 2006 hatchbacks, sedans, coupes, convertibles, station wagons and SUVs, and is still used on some models today. Sold in the American, European and Russian markets.
M57D30TU2Turbo, 3 liters volume, 197-355 horsepower, diesel. For models 3/5/7 series, X5 and 6, it was installed on coupes, sedans, station wagons and SUVs. Used between 2003 and 2013. It was possible to buy in Russia, America and Europe.

Engines of the first, second and third generations with various modifications and improvements were installed on e90 cars.

BMW engine for 3-series E90/E91 2005 after

Also, BMW engines of the presented series were used by the following automakers:

Despite all its advantages, endurance and quality, power units for the BMW 3 series had their own drawbacks. The most common problems were that only the original oil of the automaker had to be poured into the engines. Otherwise, it instantly coked, after which Valvetronic, Vanos and hydraulic lifters failed. The reliability of the fuel injection system has been increased, but quite a few problems remain. Sometimes you have to change the fuel pump and injectors less than 100 thousand kilometers. Oil can escape through the crankcase ventilation valve. In 2010 engines, a low pressure valve failure was a common problem. A pair of turbines, an ignition coil, a counter and an electric pump do not have the greatest resource. In 2,5 liter engines, the piston rings are thin.

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