Engine Family
BMW N47
BMW N47 Engine -Specs, Reliability & Replacement Cost
The BMW N47 is a 2.0-litre turbodiesel four -reliable overall, but its rear-mounted timing chain is this engine's defining risk. Backed by 1,450+ real UK enquiries in 2025 [BMW-VERIFIED].
1,450+
Enquiries
8+
Models
Fitted
66/100
Engine
Score
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BMW N47 Engine Overview
All the essential specifications, performance data, and compatibility information at a glance.
Engine Family
BMW N47
Fuel
Diesel
Configuration /
Displacement
Inline-4, 2.0L Turbo
Power Range
116–204 hp
BMW-VERIFIED
Years Produced
2007–2019
Models Fitted (BMW only)
8+ models
Cross-Brand Fitment
Exclusive to BMW
Overall Engine Score
66/100
★★★★☆
Verdict & Rating
Rating:
3½
out of 5
92% confidence -based on 1,450 UK enquiries and cross-referenced specialist rebuild reports [BMW-VERIFIED].
The N47 is dependable long-term -but its rear-mounted timing chain fails without warning past 100,000 miles -buy only with documented chain history.
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Engine Score breakdown:
DimensionScore (of 20)
Reliability
3.5★ × 4 = 14
14 /20
Repair Cost
Midpoint of Reconditioned supply range (£3,200–£5,500 → £4,350) -£3,000–£4,999 bracket → 16
16 /20
Repairability
Mix of cheap fixes (EGR, sensors) and a few expensive ones (timing chain, turbo)
12 /20
Parts Supply
Parts are cheap and available from multiple UK suppliers same-day; N47 is one of the most common BMW diesels
20 /20
Replacement Economics
Reconditioned cost (£4,350) as % of lowest typical host value (~£2,500 E90 320d) = 174% -exceeds brand scrap threshold
4 /20
Total Engine Score
66 / 100
Best for:
High-mileage motorway drivers who service on schedule.
Avoid if:
No documented timing-chain history above 80,000 miles.
Compatible BMW Models
BMW N47 engines are fitted across 8+ models from 2007–2019.
BMW Exclusive Engine
This is an exclusive BMW engine. No cross-platform sharing.
2007
12 Years of Production
20191
SERIES
Generation
E81/E82/E87/E88Variant/Badge
116d, 118d, 120d, 123d
Years
2007–2011
1
SERIES
Generation
F20/F21Variant/Badge
116d, 118d, 120d
Years
2011–2019
3
SERIES
Generation
E90/E91/E92/E93Variant/Badge
316d, 318d, 320d
Years
2007–2011
3
SERIES
Generation
F30/F31/F34Variant/Badge
316d, 318d, 320d
Years
2012–2019
5
SERIES
Generation
F10/F11Variant/Badge
518d, 520d
Years
2010–2017
X1
Generation
E84Variant/Badge
sDrive18d, sDrive20d, xDrive20d
Years
2009–2015
X3
Generation
F25Variant/Badge
sDrive18d, sDrive20d, xDrive20d
Years
2010–2017
X5
Generation
F15Variant/Badge
sDrive25d
Years
2013–2018
Other BMW Models
N47 also appears in limited variants and markets.
Compatibility Verified
All compatibility data verified from BMW parts catalogues and specialist databases. [BMW-VERIFIED]
(Exclusive mode -no cross-link)
BMW N47 Engine Price Guide
All prices are estimates from UK specialists [BMW-QUOTE]
i
Fitting a BMW N47 typically takes 10–14 hours at £65–£95/hr (independent) or £110–£160/hr (London/SE dealer) [BMW-QUOTE].
(Exclusive mode -no shared-cost note)
USED
Supply Only
£1,800–£3,200
[BMW-QUOTE]
Fitted (Indie)
£2,400–£4,400
3–6 months
RECONDITIONED
Supply Only
£3,200–£5,500
[BMW-QUOTE]
Fitted (Indie)
£4,000–£6,700
12–24 months
REBUILT
Supply Only
£4,500–£6,500
[BMW-QUOTE]
Fitted (Indie)
£5,300–£7,700
12–24 months
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BMW N47 Engine Price Guide
All prices are estimates from UK specialists
[BMW-QUOTE]
USED
Supply Only
£1,800–£3,200
[BMW-QUOTE]
Fitted (Indie)
£2,400–£4,400
Warranty
3–6 monthsRECONDITIONED
Supply Only
£3,200–£5,500
[BMW-QUOTE]
Fitted (Indie)
£4,000–£6,700
Warranty
12–24 monthsREBUILT
Supply Only
£4,500–£6,500
[BMW-QUOTE]
Fitted (Indie)
£5,300–£7,700
Warranty
12–24 monthsi
Fitting a BMW N47 typically takes 10–14 hours at £65–£95/hr (independent) or £110–£160/hr (London/SE dealer) [BMW-QUOTE].
(Exclusive mode -no shared-cost note)
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