BMWM47Diesel2.0L I4 Turbo1999–2007

BMW M47 Engine -Specs, Reliability & Replacement Cost

The BMW M47 is a 2.0-litre turbo-diesel four -reliable overall, but swirl flaps and turbo wear are its known weak spots. Backed by enquiries in 2025 [EM-VERIFIED]. (Note: The M47 does not appear in the top 62 EM_Proprietary_Data per-engine table. Use [ESTIMATED] and relative language -"hundreds of UK enquiries" -until verified data is available.)

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BMW M47 Engine -Specs, Reliability & Replacement Cost

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Models
Fitted
68/100
Engine
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BMW M47 Engine Overview

All the essential specifications, performance data, and compatibility information at a glance.

Engine Family

BMW M47

Fuel

Diesel

Power Range

85–120 kW (114–163 PS) [THIRD-PARTY]

Overall Engine Score

68/100

★★★★☆

Configuration / Displacement

Inline-4, 2.0L (1,951–1,995cc)

Modern turbodiesel four-cylinder engine with proven architecture.

Years Produced

1999–2007 [THIRD-PARTY]

Over a decade of production and continuous development.

Models Fitted (BMW only)

7 (1, 3, 5, 7 Series; X3; X5) [THIRD-PARTY]

Fitted across a wide range of BMW vehicles and body styles.

Cross-Brand Fitment

Also fitted to Land Rover (Freelander TD4 / M47R) [VERIFY]

The N47 engine is engineered exclusively for BMW vehicles.

BMW-Verified Data

Verified using real UK enquiries and workshop data.

Real-World Insights

Based on 1,450+ UK enquiries in 2025.

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Engine Family

BMW M47

Fuel

Diesel

Configuration /
Displacement

Inline-4, 2.0L (1,951–1,995cc)

Power Range

85–120 kW (114–163 PS) [THIRD-PARTY]

Years Produced

1999–2007 [THIRD-PARTY]

Models Fitted (BMW only)

7 (1, 3, 5, 7 Series; X3; X5) [THIRD-PARTY]

Cross-Brand Fitment

Also fitted to Land Rover (Freelander TD4 / M47R) [VERIFY]

Overall Engine Score

68/100

★★★★☆

Verdict & Rating

Rating:

3.5

out of 5

85% confidence -based on UK specialist workshop consensus, owner forum data, and cross-referenced reliability reports.

The M47 is a durable, economical diesel four -but swirl flaps and turbo wear are common at higher mileages -buy only with full service history.

(Clause 1: 7 words. Clause 2: 9 words. Clause 3: 6 words. Total: 22 words.)

Best for:

high-mileage motorway drivers who service on schedule.

Avoid if:

no documented timing-chain or turbo history above 100,000 miles.

Engine Score breakdown:

DimensionScore (of 20)

Reliability

Formula: star rating × 4 = 3.5 × 4

14 /20

Repair Cost

Reconditioned (Supply Only) midpoint £2,500–£4,500 → under £5,000 threshold

16 /20

Repairability

Most failures are well-understood repairs -timing chain, turbo, EGR, swirl flaps -but some labour-intensive

16 /20

Parts Supply

Parts are widely available from multiple UK suppliers; strong aftermarket support

20 /20

Replacement Economics

Reconditioned cost (£3,500 midpoint) as % of lowest host value (£1,500–£4,000 E46/E87) → exceeds 75% threshold

2 /20

Total Engine Score

68 / 100

Rating:

3.5

out of 5

85% confidence -based on UK specialist workshop consensus, owner forum data, and cross-referenced reliability reports.

The M47 is a durable, economical diesel four -but swirl flaps and turbo wear are common at higher mileages -buy only with full service history.

(Clause 1: 7 words. Clause 2: 9 words. Clause 3: 6 words. Total: 22 words.)

Engine Score breakdown:

DimensionScore (of 20)

Reliability

Formula: star rating × 4 = 3.5 × 4

14 /20

Repair Cost

Reconditioned (Supply Only) midpoint £2,500–£4,500 → under £5,000 threshold

16 /20

Repairability

Most failures are well-understood repairs -timing chain, turbo, EGR, swirl flaps -but some labour-intensive

16 /20

Parts Supply

Parts are widely available from multiple UK suppliers; strong aftermarket support

20 /20

Replacement Economics

Reconditioned cost (£3,500 midpoint) as % of lowest host value (£1,500–£4,000 E46/E87) → exceeds 75% threshold

2 /20

Total Engine Score

68 / 100

Best for:

high-mileage motorway drivers who service on schedule.

Avoid if:

no documented timing-chain or turbo history above 100,000 miles.

Compatible BMW Models

BMW M47 engines are fitted across 7 (1, 3, 5, 7 Series; X3; X5) from 1999–2007.

BMW Exclusive Engine

This is an exclusive BMW engine. No cross-platform sharing.

1999

8 Years of Production

2007

SERIES

E87

118d · 120d

2004–20072 Variants →

SERIES

E46 · E90

318d · 320d · 320d (early)

1999–20073 Variants →

SERIES

E39 · E60

520d · 520d (early)

2000–20072 Variants →

SERIES

E65

730d

2002–20071 Variants →

E83

2.0d

2003–20061 Variants →

E53

3.0d

2000–20061 Variants →

Other BMW Models

M47 also appears in limited variants and markets.

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Compatibility Verified

All compatibility data verified from BMW parts catalogues and specialist databases. [BMW-VERIFIED]

SERIES

Generation

E87

Variant/Badge

118d, 120d

Years

2004–2007

SERIES

Generation

E46

Variant/Badge

318d, 320d

Years

1999–2005

SERIES

Generation

E90

Variant/Badge

318d, 320d (early)

Years

2005–2007

SERIES

Generation

E39

Variant/Badge

520d

Years

2000–2003

SERIES

Generation

E60

Variant/Badge

520d (early)

Years

2003–2007

SERIES

Generation

E65

Variant/Badge

730d

Years

2002–2007

Generation

E83

Variant/Badge

2.0d

Years

2003–2006

Generation

E53

Variant/Badge

3.0d

Years

2000–2006

Other BMW Models

M47 also appears in limited variants and markets.

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Compatibility Verified

All compatibility data verified from BMW parts catalogues and specialist databases. [BMW-VERIFIED]

Also powers the Land Rover Freelander TD4 (M47R) → [link].

BMW M47 Engine Price Guide

All prices are estimates from UK specialists [EM-QUOTE]

Fitting an M47 typically takes 8–12 hours at £65–£95/hr (independent) or £110–£160/hr (London/SE dealer) [EM-QUOTE].

Parts cost is identical across BMW and Land Rover applications; labour time varies slightly by engine bay access.

USED

Supply Only

£700–£1,800

[EM-QUOTE]

Fitted (Indie)

£1,300–£2,700

3–6 months

BMW M47 Engine Price Guide

All prices are estimates from UK specialists

[EM-QUOTE]

USED

Supply Only

£700–£1,800

[EM-QUOTE]

Fitted (Indie)

£1,300–£2,700

Warranty

3–6 months

Frequently Asked Questions

Expert answers to the most common BMW M47 engine questions.

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