BUY
Mature Modern
B57
BMW · 3.0L Quad-Turbo Diesel I6
2016–present
0
/ 100
BUY
"B47 big brother. Inline-6 diesel smoothness. Single to quad-turbo variants. Excellent highway torque. Chain front-mounted."
Layout
I6
Displacement
2993 cc
Power
265–400 hp
Type
Diesel
Known Issues
0
Total Risk Cost
€0–€0
Models with B57 2
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Tuning Potential
350hp Stage 1
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the BMW B57 reliable?
The BMW B57 scores 80/100 with a verdict of BUY. It has 0 documented issues with total repair costs between €0 and €0.
How much does it cost to repair the B57?
Total potential repair costs for all 0 known issues range from €0 to €0.
What years was the B57 produced?
The BMW B57 was produced from 2016 to present. It is a 2993cc I6 diesel engine.
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