Higher reliability score
B58 BEST 93/100
+9 points over M57
0 / 100
BEST B58 BMW
0 / 100
BUY M57 BMW

Specifications

B58
M57
Brand
BMW
BMW
Verdict
BEST
BUY
Reliability
93
84
Years
2015--present
1998--2012
Displacement
2998 cc
2993 cc
Layout
I6
I6
Type
Petrol Turbo
Diesel
Power
326--387 hp
184--286 hp
Known Issues
3
0
Total Risk Cost
€430--€1,000
€0--€0

Character

B58

"Possibly BMWs best engine ever. Forged internals, insane tuning (600hp+). 300k+ km."

M57

"Legendary diesel six. Powered E46 330d to E90 335d. Smooth, torquey, reliable. Swirl flaps and turbo actuator at high mileage."

Issues Comparison

B58 3

● MODERATE
Coolant expansion tank / line failure — early units €150--€350 60,000 km--120,000 km
○ MINOR
Plastic charge pipe crack €80--€200 60,000 km--150,000 km
○ MINOR
Valve cover gasket oil leak €200--€450 80,000 km--160,000 km

M57 0

No documented issues.

Models

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