BMW N57 3.0 Diesel Engine
Used & Reconditioned for Sale
N57D30, 3.0d, 30d, 40d, 335d engine
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Fits BMW 3 Series, 5 Series, 7 Series and more — verified fitment by registration, fixed prices, UK delivery.


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Verified Fitment
Checked by registration
12-Month Warranty
On reconditioned units
UK Nationwide Delivery
2-4 working days
14-Day Returns
Uninstalled, full refund
Buy a N57 Engine for Your Vehicle
We supply the N57 3.0 diesel in three vehicle-specific configurations: car longitudinal (3/4/5/6/7 Series), SUV longitudinal (X3/X4/X5/X6), and 1/2 Series RWD longitudinal. Each group is priced and configured for its exact chassis.

N57 — BMW 3/4/5/6/7 Series Longitudinal
BMW 3/4/5/6/7 Series (Longitudinal)
2695
Coming soon
N57 — BMW X3/X4/X5/X6 Longitudinal SUV
BMW X3/X4/X5/X6 SUV (Longitudinal)
2995
Coming soon
N57 — BMW 1/2 Series (RWD) Longitudinal
BMW 1/2 Series (RWD Longitudinal)
2395
Coming soonFull N57 Compatibility
Our compatibility matrix lists every BMW model that uses the N57 engine across all years and chassis. Each row links to the correct engine unit page — verify with your registration for a guaranteed fit.
| Model | Chassis | Variants | Years | Config. | Unit page |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Series | E90/E91/E92/E93 | 325d, 330d, 335d | 2008–2013 | Longitudinal | Coming soon |
| 3 Series | F30/F31/F34 | 325d, 330d, 335d | 2012–2020 | Longitudinal | Coming soon |
| 5 Series | E60/E61 | 525d, 530d, 535d | 2008–2010 | Longitudinal | Coming soon |
| 5 Series | F10/F11 | 520d (N57N), 525d, 530d, 535d, M550d | 2010–2017 | Longitudinal | Coming soon |
| 5 Series | G30/G31 | 530d, 540d, M550d | 2017–2020 | Longitudinal | Coming soon |
| 7 Series | F01/F02 | 730d, 740d, 750d | 2008–2015 | Longitudinal | Coming soon |
| 7 Series | G11/G12 | 730d, 740d, 750d | 2015–2020 | Longitudinal | Coming soon |
| X3 | E83 | xDrive30d (late) | 2008–2010 | Longitudinal | Coming soon |
| X3 | F25 | xDrive20d, xDrive30d, xDrive35d | 2010–2017 | Longitudinal | Coming soon |
| X3 | G01 | xDrive30d, M40d | 2017–2020 | Longitudinal | Coming soon |
| X5 | E70 | xDrive30d, xDrive35d, xDrive40d | 2008–2013 | Longitudinal | Coming soon |
| X5 | F15 | xDrive30d, xDrive40d, M50d | 2013–2018 | Longitudinal | Coming soon |
| X5 | G05 | xDrive30d, xDrive40d, M50d | 2018–2020 | Longitudinal | Coming soon |
| X6 | E71 | xDrive30d, xDrive35d, xDrive40d | 2008–2014 | Longitudinal | Coming soon |
| X6 | F16 | xDrive30d, xDrive40d, M50d | 2014–2019 | Longitudinal | Coming soon |
| X6 | G06 | xDrive30d, xDrive40d | 2019–2020 | Longitudinal | Coming soon |
| X4 | F26 | xDrive20d, xDrive30d, M40d | 2014–2018 | Longitudinal | Coming soon |
| X4 | G02 | xDrive20d, xDrive30d, M40d | 2018–2020 | Longitudinal | Coming soon |
| 1 Series | F20/F21 | 118d, 120d, 125d | 2011–2019 | Longitudinal | Coming soon |
| 2 Series | F22/F23 | 218d, 220d, 225d | 2014–2019 | Longitudinal | Coming soon |
| 4 Series | F32/F33/F36 | 420d, 425d, 430d, 435d | 2013–2020 | Longitudinal | Coming soon |
| 4 Series | G22/G23/G26 | 420d, 430d, M440d | 2020 | Longitudinal | Coming soon |
| Z4 | E89 | sDrive30d | 2009–2016 | Longitudinal | Coming soon |
| 6 Series | F06/F12/F13 | 630d, 640d | 2011–2018 | Longitudinal | Coming soon |
Confirm your exact specification with the registration checker above.
N57 Engine Prices
Our N57 engine prices are grouped by application to match your vehicle’s exact specification. Used units are stock‑sourced from UK donor vehicles; reconditioned units are fully rebuilt with new timing chains, tensioners, and a tested cylinder head. Prices below are the current lowest listed prices for each configuration.
| Application | Used from | Reconditioned from |
|---|---|---|
| BMW 3/4/5/6/7 Series (Longitudinal) | £2,695 | £3,495 |
| BMW X3/X4/X5/X6 SUV (Longitudinal) | £2,995 | £3,995 |
| BMW 1/2 Series RWD (Longitudinal) | £2,395 | £3,195 |
*Prices shown are current lowest listed prices and update as stock changes. The price on each listing is the price you pay — no hidden fees at checkout.*
What You Get with a N57 Engine
What You Get with a N57 Engine
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Used or reconditioned?
For car applications (Groups 1 and 3\) and SUV applications (Group 2), used units are widely available from the large UK BMW parc, making used a cost-effective choice for most replacements. For higher-mileage SUV units or where a full rebuild is preferred, reconditioned units offer enhanced reliability and are commonly selected for heavier vehicles. The BMW N57 is a widely-used 3.0-litre six-cylinder diesel that replaced the M57 across BMW's car and SUV ranges from 2008. High-mileage N57 units are known for turbocharger actuator wear and EGR valve degradation (confirmed in BRF's live research), and the chain-driven camshaft arrangement at the rear of the engine often makes in-vehicle repair uneconomical. Every N57 unit supplied has its turbo actuator checked, EGR valve inspected, and timing chain assembly verified as standard before dispatch.
N57 Engine Buying FAQs
Answers to common fitment, condition, warranty and delivery questions.
A:The N57 engine is fitted to BMW 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7 Series; X3, X4, X5, X6 SUVs; and Z4 (select applications). All BMW‑badged models with 30d/35d/40d/M50d badging from 2008–2020 use this engine. (The 2 Series Active Tourer fitment is contested — check chassis code.)
A:The N57 is also known as N57D30, 3.0d, 30d, 40d, and 335d engine. It is a BMW‑only engine; no significant cross‑brand usage exists beyond BMW models.
A:For car applications (Groups 1 and 3\) and SUV applications (Group 2), used units are widely available from the large UK BMW parc, making used a cost-effective choice for most replacements. For higher-mileage SUV units or where a full rebuild is preferred, reconditioned units offer enhanced reliability and are commonly selected for heavier vehicles. Used is ideal for lower‑mileage cars; recon gives extra peace of mind for high‑output SUVs.
A:Use our registration checker, check your V5C for the engine code field, and verify the block stamp against N57/N57D30 and the specific sub‑code. Confirm your chassis code against the application groups above — we verify every order before dispatch.
A:We provide a 6–12 month warranty (specific to supplier), UK‑wide palletised delivery, and a free compatibility check before dispatch.
Find Your N57 Engine Now
Enter your registration to confirm fitment, then buy your exact N57 unit at the listed price — no hidden fees, no quotes.

