If possible, How much would it cost? Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. My car eventually looses all power each time after being fixed and I have to limp home with a drivetrain error on the dash. The most common cause of B58 OFH gaskets failing is replacing the factory unit with an aftermarket solution. From my understanding it is a fine engine.Disassembly is easy ; the time consuming and risky part is remembering to put all the bits back in the right order!Main costs of maintenance will be consumables such as tyres and brakes. Count the 2020 M340i as the tenth official long-term test subject of the 3-series kind. Maximum PSI seems to make a good one. Should I continue looking for a used BMW or It manages a respectable 322-382hp and 332-369 lb-ft from the factory. The best one worth having and mentioned is S38B38 from the E34 M5 car. What are your thoughts and experience with the B58? Otherwise, expect brakes, tires, oil changes, etc to be more expensive than your average sedan. . ?Any accuracy in this? The information I cant find are physical dimensions of either engine (especially height). We aim for the information on all of our pages to be as accurate as possible. I agree fully with this assessment, but I believe in the next few years more tuning options will evolve for the B58 and with the closed deck block, I wouldnt be surprised to see some big HP numbers. Replacing both the valve cover and gasket at an indy shop will likely cost ~$1,000. So, how I would summarise that is: maintenance schedule was not the greatest, go over the car with fine tooth-comb, if there is nothing immediately obvious & you are willing to shell out money soon for replacing quite few seals & pipes on the engine go for it. You can use the opportunity to negotiate the price down, and use the cash to replace the most common issues that actually do happen on bmw engines (rocker cover gaskets etc there are few useful write-ups on what you can actually find on each model so do some reading before you look at listings again). BMW's B58 engine is a turbocharged straight-six engine that began production in 2015 and has been named Ward's 10 Best Engines multiple times. Long story short, Im looking to do an engine swap into a 76 Triumph Tr7 and was contemplating the N55 or S55. The BMW B58 engine can handle around 600-650whp and 550-600wtq on the stock block and internals. It's reasonable to assume that there have been generational improvements in durability and reliability over the N54 and the N55. Deposits can cause misfires and power loss. We are hoping to soon add an F80 M3 and F82 M4 GTS. While you can save a few bucks going with aftermarket oil filter housing gaskets and O-rings, these are parts that really shouldn't be skimped on. Yeah I agree with Tazzieman completely. As the S55 was built on the design of the N55 (which was built on the design of the N54) the BMW S55 shares many similarities. It can trap heat for up to roughly 36 hours. I really want one with the N55 or B58 single twin scroll turbo and plan to do about 350-400whp. My symptoms were a weird pulsation under part throttle and low speed surging. Still a sound improvement for the B58. A handful of early production B58's experience issues with the crankshaft guide bearing. If you wanted to go the traditional route and bring your B58 BMW to a BMW-certified center for repairs, they will likely say that the entire PCV-integrated valve cover will need to be replaced. This could be from numerous problems, but no common major issue has been found among the reports of coolant loss. Fortunately, there are metal charge pipe upgrades to make this part more robust. Hi Adam, Thanks for the information. My '86 CJ-7 had the Inline 6, 258 cu. Ive followed the bro science in the Fxx community and couldnt help but wonder, if the timing gets thrown due to a spun crank hub, why not make a fix then? (4.2 l)My '06 TJ has the 4.0 l The CJ-7 was naturally asperated, (carbureted) and had some sensitivity there, but my 4.0 l is fuel injected and has been rock solid! Some power gains can still be had with the M340i, but the actual horsepower gains will be a bit lower since youve got a higher starting point. First, let me say this is awesome info and Im grateful for it. Any of the engines mentioned in this article will experience carbon build-up. Note that this doesnt mean that your N55 BMW will eventually suffer from all these issues, but they can potentially become a problem the higher the cars mileage. Thank you. Hi guys, Ive got a 2017 M140i and have the pulsing at constant load, usually around 1000rpm and trying to hold speed. Be on the look-out for more of these issues to pop up in the coming years. Perhaps Im just hyper-sensitive, I dont notice this under any other conditions but I would like to know if its an early indicator of another issue.. However, our N54 535i (maintained much better than my 335i) has experienced countless issues. Open-deck blocks and cast pistons are not great at handling extreme boost pressures for long periods of time. The cap leaking does seem to be a part of the cause. The ML variant makes 335hp while the OL features a staggering 382hp. Its stuff that is pretty cheap to DIY. Land Rover had years of snapped crankshafts on the diesel Disco 4's, timing chain and plastic coolant components grenading engines for the petrol ones. Steph Papadakis and his boys are making 1000HP @ ~42psi on a 2020 Supra B58. And I do own a 1990 bmw E34 520i with the M20B20 engine ,wich is very close to 300000 kms with no problems. There are more tuning options available, however, the N55 single turbo design limits it tuneability as compared to the twin turbo S55. Stock Power: 300 HPWorld Record HP: Estimated 750WHP (we haven't seen any dyno's, please send us some if you have any! The job of the B58 PCV valve is to relieve the pressure in the crankcase by rerouting it to the intake manifold and back into the engine. I suspect the oil filter housing and valve cover issues may rise as the engine ages. Has anyone managed to get this problem sorted out yet?And if so could you let me know Next stop replace control arms on front and rear, along with shock mounts front and rear she will be running smooth as new. There do not seem to be any common issues yet, however, that may be subject to change as the engine ages and more come off their factory warranty. VANOS is BMW's terminology for VVT, or variable valve timing. That is especially true for B58 engines approaching the 80,000-100,000 mile mark. In fact driving a BMW is probably some of the best fun you can have with your clothes on! Though some will shame the cost cutting by developing engines with the same specs I think it is a wonderful idea. Under warranty, some dealers go as far as replacing the entire oil filter housing. I add small amount of coolant from time to time, but nothing crazy. Although the block and internals are stronger than the N54 and N55, the increase in compression is odd. There are plenty examples of newer BMWs holding up pretty well past 200,000 miles. BMW techs dont seem to know how to resolve this. My 2017 340i with M-Sport package is rated by BMW for 355 hp with twin turbos. Was stock. Acnam Infotech, BMW Tuning - BMW Performance & Tuning Guides, News, Videos. The VC is prone to cracking and leaking, too. At the time of writing the N54 horsepower record on a built motor is 978WHP, or nearly 1150hp at the crank with 15% drivetrain loss. To find out more, read our Privacy Policy. Cast pistons.Block Design: Closed DeckRedline: 7000. Same with the N54 and E9x chassis. Yeah - a straight six is a beautiful thing. "Natural" is in quotations for a reason. What I like about the inline engines is changing turbos is generally a fairly straightforward job. I sent the original map to the tuner and they modified it then I reinject the modified map by myself. Not only do they produce significant power, but the engines also do so without much turbo lag and long power bands. We also think the B58 should hold up a bit better as it ages. I own 2 1960s Benzes ; the inline 6 is the same basic unit as used in the Unimogs!Tough as nails and likes to rev. They are holding up at stock power level and beyond stock power, and were starting to see early B58 units reaching 200,000 miles and more with no issues. Three times this has happened and Ive only just reached 14500 miles. Expect B58 solenoid issues to arise around the 80,000-100,000 mile mark. I just bought a 2017 April F20 M140i x drive and I am The N54 might not be extremely reliable when it comes to things external to the engine. Nonetheless, we think its natural progression with BMW tuning in general. Trust me she still has a lot of life yet to go. There are a few notorious issues in the N55. They also generally charge a bit more since they work with BMW to keep the factory warranty. Though, it may be excessive on lower mileage B58's. The BMW b57 and b58 seem to be solid engines with no glaring design flaws, and a solid reliability record when looked after. Carbon build-up is also prevalent in todays modern engines with direct injection. Why not? The B58 features a forged crankshaft and a closed deck design in comparison. Hi All The B58 is a marginally larger engine displacing 2,998cc compared to the N55's 2,979cc and weighs 18 lbs more, but while making notably more power. Certain G series models began receiving the updated B58TU1 in 2019. Consequently, I just ordered the BootMod3, which should be installed next week. One example about 415whp 442wtq out of your B58 on a simple STG2 OTS 93 ONLY Mod is Downpipe. Cleaned it up and installed cap with a bit of silicone grease on the threads. hopefully BMW will sort this out. Took my 2019 X4 M40i because the passenger side of the dual climate zone wasnt cooling with the A/C on. JavaScript is disabled. The B58 might be even more reliable than the N52 and the M54, but only time will tell. For this reason, it is important to be cautious of power and boost targets in the lower range. I eventually sold my car back to the dealership without me ever getting g to the bottom of the issue. (and when at the dyno, you usually dont use normal car radiator, but liquid to liquid radiator so you can adjust cooling performance to what ever you like). Ill take it up with the dealership once we are all in better times. Thanks for your help! We've seen some VANOS problems with the B58 engine. It will save you tone of money in unnecessary repairs bills. My car has been lowered with Bilstein shocks and drives like a dream. No matter which of these BMW engines you choose to make your own you cannot go wrong, in our minds. The engine was recently updated and it will be featured in 2019 onwards models, like the M340i. With that being said, there are some shared issues between the three engines, like VANOS solenoid failure and oil filter issues. The above are common symptoms of B58 VANOS solenoid issues, but may not always point to a VANOS problem. Hello, I own F20 120i 2018 with B48 engine (184hp). Of the engines referenced in this post Toyota is only using the B58. How do the BMW N54, N55, B58, and S55 stack up against each other? Replace valve cover gasket and oil pan gasket at 160K. BMW replaced it under warranty as one would expect. Good luck with finding the issue with yours. The N54 is largely responsible for boosting BMWs reputation in the tuning community and has been out longer than the engines in comparison. Did BMW live up to that reputation? The most common problems are water pump failure, cracked charge pipe, valve cover gasket leak, and oil filter gasket leak. Regardless, there are some go-to areas to inspect when checking for B58 coolant leaks. However, there is one catch on the B58. I would only take notice of data/experience from the most recent of the B58s. Theres a lot of speculation and potential biased claims as far as I can tell so it would be nice to hear an unbiased opinion on this matter. Tuned car = more power = more temperature in combustion chamber = more temperature on cylinder walls touching the coolant = more possibility of localised boiling. Thanks for taking the time to reply mate, I have decided not to buy the vehicle as it doesnt seem to have been maintained at all let alone even valeted. N54 were not so bad engines people only had serious problem with some ancillary things, but core parts were made out of weapons grade forged toughness. It has honestly amazingly smooth power delivery and sounds better. Therefore, I will not purchase a BMW unless it is a certified BMW. I have a 2011 535i M Sport with 200k miles. Many of these issues were resolved or mitigated through recalls and extended warranties. Space is very limited but its doable. We appreciate the positive feedback! Since the initial release of the BMW N54, the engine has gained quite a positive reputation in the tuning community. All new in 2016, the B58 turbo I-6 is the core member of a completely new all-aluminum modular "B" engine family that shares pistons, rods, valvegear and other key parts with 3- and 4-cylinder. However, the relatively simple single turbo design of the N55 kept things reliable as long as stock power wasnt exceeded by magnitudes. One dependable BMW engine, the N52 inline-6 featured in the E90 325i, 328i, and 330i, has already been covered in detail. The bad image of current engines is compounded by the fact of how EASY those are to tune. Maybe FORD forums are for you? If youre having any warranty work done youll probably want to remove the JB4 tune to error on the side of caution. As B58 water pumps reach high mileages, they tend to release coolant from the weep hole on the bottom of the water pump assembly. The B58 has more horsepower and torque then the N55. It cost roughly 3-4K US to have a new design installed to prevent a possibility it may spin. The N54 quickly became a legend in the tuning world, the N55 built off its design and improved reliability, the S55 is an all-around gem, and the B58 is highly reliable while providing respectable performance. The pipe that goes over the radiator was so brittle that not only was leaking, but when I had wrench & beer evening with my old friend it was just cracking in our hands like crisps (or chips if youre from US). Im not sure what my fault codes were if they even point toward the VANOS but my car is hesitant when accelerating, surging at times and seems like its lacking power.. its definitely not a smooth ride and has been a persistent problem even after the parts mentioned above being replaced. Once the pass side is in and connected, install driver side and connect. . Its a lot of extra heat and stress on these engines. Coolant loss The B58 uses two coolant tanks in its system. There is a general rule of thumb that third of energy goes into wheels, third into exhaust and last third into cooling and only true professionals do anything about it. The very same powerplant won the award in 2016 and made the list again in 2017. Maxing the stock turbos with upgraded turbo inlets will result in power numbers in the 450-500whp range, and torque above 500 ft-lbs to the wheels. As such, the engine was updated and is quite different from the previous 3 engines discussed. As mentioned, this shouldn't be a huge deal in most cases. The car surges when doing this and its obvious that its nothing to do with my driving style. It is usually just one of the sensors but I would do both anyway. Car done 150k now, and pipes that I replaced are still right colour, original coolant pump still works OK and I have zero issues with overheating and coolant temp when idle fluctuates at 110 117 C. From what Ive seen at the dyno where some inexperienced or know better then the test schedule requirements technician used pure water for cooling on endurance or long term emission tests, cooling pump seals and joint between shaft and plastic prop would fail first but on my car it was not the case so far, so as usual T&C applies, your milage may vary. The B58 uses two solenoids. However, fault codes will help point you in the right direction. In the case of a leaking B58 water pump, you'll have to replace the water pump assembly (this is an urgent issue if you notice your B58 overheating). )Displacement: 2979cc (2.979L)Turbocharger: Twin turboCompression: 10.2 to 1Bore x Stroke: 84.0mm (3.31) x 89.6mm (3.53)Internals: Forged crank and rods. Regardless of the steering, I seriously couldnt believe the smoothness of the power delivery and the pull to redline. My 2017 M240i with 27,000 kms is suffering from the same symptoms. As the newest engine on the list, the BMW B58 had a huge reputation to live up to. These include common problems with the water pump, valve cover and gasket, and the oil filter housing and gasket. Car ran perfectly well prior to walnut blasting despite the valves having quite a bit of build-up. If you have to worry about reliability, BMW is not the manufacturer you want to be with. Although, Im not sure if they have anything for the M340i. With 355 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque, the B58 provides power to a series of BMWs, from the X3 M40i to the M240i and the new X5 xDrive40i. Only tool I needed was a small flathead screwdriver. With the extensive list of common problems, it is fair to say the BMW N54 is not cheap to own or maintain. Hi mate,thanks for your reply. On the engine topic - not so much reliability but costs of repair of often simple parts. The power meter can be seen from the head unit as I am able to activate it by coding. B58 to N55 Comparison. Ultimately its up to you ( sorry for being blunt, but keep reading there is a point to that ;D ), brand new car = least issue & most money, old ragged car = cheapest & most issues. B58 is reliable, bulletproof and can handle hella boost on stock block. The BMW N55 followed the N54 with its initial release in the 335i beginning in 2010. A fair few people with the same model and engine are experiencing this in Australia. With that being said, I would not buy a BMW B58 at this moment. TuningPro.co is owned and operated by 8020 Media. Fortunately, BMW learned its lesson on the N54 and focused on improving the reliability of its future turbo engines. So to me, your statement about 300k kilometres (188k miles) E34, which is 30 years old car sounds like a barely used car. Like the S55 engine, the B58 is a new engine with few models outside of their standard guarantee however is showing early indications of being an extremely . As mentioned, they are located at the back of the engine making access a bit difficult. You can say we are somewhat N54 fanatics. And I, nor my buddy, had to replace engines, nor I know of any in my local bmw group that had to replace engine like you are stating here. Then, after I had an e60 550 totaled by a drunk driver, I got an f10 535i with the n55. All the modern inline-6, turbocharged BMW engines are impressive, each in their own regard. When your BMW B58's PCV valve fails, or is nearing failure, one of the most common symptoms is smoke coming from your exhaust. should i stay away? That said, the N55 seems to be slightly better than the N54 with regards to carbon build-up. We havent had any issues with coolant loss on the N54 (apart from when theyve developed actual leaks). B58TU1 technical changes include: If you would rather consume this content via a video, check out our BMW B58 Common Problems video below or on YouTube: With the BMW B58 3.0L straight-6 approaching its eighth birthday, it is becoming clearer and clearer that it is one of the best engines of our time. Compared to the two former engines the N55 has been on the road longer, allowing for additional time for tuning developments. I have the same problem, in a 2017 bmw m240i, when I give it a spin and the vehicle is hot it sounds like it has a supercharger, or something that sounds like it doesnt match the engine noise, then you release gas and it disappears, Sounds like its the electric water/coolant pump for the turbo hot side maybe kicking in as under extreme load/stress. There's a difference between durability and reliability. **Ranks are as compared between the four turbo, inline 6 engines**. It is also known as a straight-six naturally aspirated engine. Although, let's put a rumor to death quickly. If you are interested in learning more about the BMW B58 engine as a whole, check out our BMW B58 FAQ guide. And thats the N54 which is regarded as one of the less reliable BMW engines. Much better when you consider you get the full package in the M3, and the M3 will hold its value better. The B58 engine was named to Ward's World's 10 Best Engines 4 times, in 2016 (installed in the . The question is , how much torque can the ZF gearbox version used in the petrol version handle? The B58 is not showing the same flaws seen in the early years of the N55. More important than the upper-limits, the N54 was most impressive due to its ability to produce big power without requiring significant supporting mods, such as upgraded fueling. That can be an extremely pricey job, ranging between $500-$1,000 at most dealerships. Thank you for the response and enjoyed the articles. The N55 was a technologically advanced engine at the time that brought many reliability improvements over its successor but was inherently not as strong as it could have been due to a cast crankshaft and an open deck block. Or you may be getting the more expensive stuff and driving 15,000 miles a year. Right by the timing chainat the back of the engine. f34 130k miles (tuned about 30% up only intercooler upgraded) The B58 is part of BMWs newest objective in the B series engine family; reducing cost by using the same bore, stroke, block, rods, pistons, etc as the other B series engines. Washed my hands with it and looking forward to my next car (not BMW). Since then, Ive been wait for Dinans Stage II, III and turbo, but, nada. Solenoids are relatively inexpensive and easy to replace. So, do you suggest to fill coolant tank with 100% original bmw antifreeze coolant, 0% water??? Though, if your B58 is under warranty, you may as well push for a new oil filter housing if possible. Additionally, it receives the forged crank and rods as with the N54. If so, thats impressive. Only truly good engines bmw made were M20B20 series(2.0, 2.5 , 2.7) and the big sixes M30B35 along with all its smaller or bigger versions. [/QUOTE]. We think the Supra carrying the B58 helps the platform a lot, too. ansolutely thrilled. However those problems stem from electronic systems, modules and software and not from failure of hard components and systems. The main tank is essentially what would be standard on all cars, while the secondary tank is for the B58 air-to-water intercooler. About heat capacity of water / glycol. The cost $60-$65 each and get a few spare clips. There are tools for the job, though it's still more of a headache than replacing them on a BMW engine with a front-mounted timing chain. We appreciate the input and you bring up some potentially valid points. Crank and block should be plenty strong to handle 800+whp. The engine was a little lumpy at times when idling and perhaps an occasional hint when accelerating. . Outside of that, meth definitely has some great performance benefits. Reliability + performance. A tune and bolt-ons will take the B58 into the 400whp+ range; outstanding for a 3.0 L engine, but nothing insane compared to BMW's other inline-6 turbo engines. Soooo if you have some noise under load best record it from engine bay. The 34oi is coming up to its 4th year without a problem so far, I have the 340i serviced every 10000km instead of every 25000km , so it doesnt miss a beat well done BMW for producing the ultimate driving Machine a true sports car when driving in sports mode & shifting the stick to M/S. 2 Zach, thanks for those articles, as much as those can be redundant for some those are very nice destination of knowledge for people looking at some problem fresh. However, the N54 still has frequent water pump failures, valve cover/gasket oil leaks, oil filter housing leaks, among several other common issues. . F11 151k miles (now only tuned by 30%, in the past was tuned onev 40%) I found remove driver side first. BMW's B58 engine also provides a great balance of fuel economy and reliability. For more information, check ourdisclosure. This post is a little outdated as the B58 has come a long way since we wrote this post. Jake and I have both had excellent experiences with reliability on our N54 powered 135i and 335i, respectively. Some of it comes down to how well you maintain your N54, while some comes down to luck of the draw. However, there is one more thing. I dont want to be that guy. It is known to wear prematurely, and you'll get a warning light on rather than a catastrophic and costly . Lets look at both engines in detail to find out why the N55 is not as reliable as the new B58. 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