{"product_id":"bmw-n47-320d-120d-520d-e90-f30-gasket-keychain","title":"N47 2.0 Diesel – BMW 320d, 120d \u0026 520d Head Gasket Keychain","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBMW N47\u003c\/strong\u003e is a four-cylinder, common-rail turbodiesel engine family developed by BMW as the successor to the M47 diesel. It was produced from March 2007 through roughly 2014-2017 depending on displacement and market, and was itself succeeded by the B47 from 2014. The family spans two displacements: the N47D16 at 1.6 litres (1,598 cc) and the N47D20 at 2.0 litres (1,995 cc), both inline-four (row\/R4) configurations with DOHC 16-valve aluminium cylinder heads. Internally, sub-codes such as N47D20A, N47D20O0, N47D20U0, N47D20T1 (twin-turbo \"N47S\") and N47D20C denote specific production tranches and power outputs, each tied to distinct running-change dates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eA defining and widely reported engineering trait is the \u003cstrong\u003erear-mounted timing chain\u003c\/strong\u003e — positioned on the transmission side of the engine rather than the front — which requires substantial disassembly (including engine removal in many cases) for inspection or replacement. This detail is frequently underreported in generic spec sheets but is central to the engine's reputation among buyers and mechanics, and is a gap worth covering explicitly since many competitor product listings omit it\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-semibold leading-tight text-pretty mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\" id=\"vehicle-compatibility-matrix\"\u003eVehicle Compatibility Matrix\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eThe N47 was fitted across BMW's compact, mid-size, and SUV ranges, plus MINI and select PSA (Peugeot\/Citroën) models under license. Because reported chassis fitment varies slightly between sources, the table below consolidates the most consistently corroborated applications; some peripheral fitments (e.g. Z4 E89, 7 Series F01\/F02) appear on fewer sources and should be treated as less certain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group relative my-[1em]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sticky top-0 z-20 h-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"absolute left-0 top-0 w-full overflow-hidden bg-raised border-x md:max-w-[90vw] border-subtlest ring-subtlest divide-subtlest\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"w-full overflow-auto scrollbar-subtle rounded-lg border md:max-w-[90vw] border-subtlest ring-subtlest divide-subtlest bg-raised\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"[\u0026amp;_tr:last-child_td]:border-b-0 my-0 w-full table-auto border-separate border-spacing-0 text-sm font-sans rounded-lg [\u0026amp;_tr:last-child_td:first-child]:rounded-bl-lg [\u0026amp;_tr:last-child_td:last-child]:rounded-br-lg\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b text-left align-bottom border-r last:border-r-0 font-bold bg-subtle first:border-radius-tl-lg last:border-radius-tr-lg\"\u003eBMW\/MINI Model\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b text-left align-bottom border-r last:border-r-0 font-bold bg-subtle first:border-radius-tl-lg last:border-radius-tr-lg\"\u003eChassis Code(s)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b text-left align-bottom border-r last:border-r-0 font-bold bg-subtle first:border-radius-tl-lg last:border-radius-tr-lg\"\u003eBadge Variants\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b text-left align-bottom border-r last:border-r-0 font-bold bg-subtle first:border-radius-tl-lg last:border-radius-tr-lg\"\u003eProduction Years\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003e1 Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003eE81, E82, E87, E88, F20, F21\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003e114d, 116d, 118d, 120d, 123d\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003e2007–2015\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003e2 Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003eF22, F23\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003e218d, 220d, 225d\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003e2013–2015\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003e3 Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003eE90, E91, E92, E93, F30, F31, F34\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003e316d, 318d, 320d, 325d\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003e2007–2015\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003e4 Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003eF32, F33, F36\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003e418d, 420d, 425d\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003e2013–2015\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003e5 Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003eE60, E61, F07, F10, F11\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003e518d, 520d, 525d\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003e2007–2015\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003eX1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003eE84, F48\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003esDrive16d\/18d\/20d, xDrive18d\/20d\/23d\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003e2009–2015\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003eX3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003eE83, F25\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003e18d, 20d, xDrive20d\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003e2007–2017\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003eX5 \/ X6 (some markets)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003eF15, F85 (parts listings)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003e25d, 30d\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003eLimited, per parts \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003eMINI Cooper SD \/ Countryman \/ Paceman\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003eR55, R56, R57, R58, R59, R60, R61\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003eCooper SD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003e2010–2016\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003ePeugeot\/Citroën (BMW-sourced diesel)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003e3008, 5008, C4 Picasso, C5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003e2.0 HDi variants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003e2008–2012\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"inline-flex max-w-full min-w-0\" href=\"https:\/\/www.alibaba.com\/product-insights\/bmw-n47d20.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mt-px max-w-full min-w-0 whitespace-nowrap -top-px font-sans text-base text-primary select-none selection:bg-super-selection selection:text-primary dark:selection:text-super-primary\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text-3xs rounded-md group min-w-4 max-w-full cursor-pointer align-middle font-mono tabular-nums font-normal transition-colors duration-150 inline-flex items-center gap-0 py-[0.1875rem] leading-snug px-[0.3rem] [@media(hover:hover)]:hover:bg-subtle group-data-[state=open]\/trigger:bg-subtle border-subtlest ring-subtlest divide-subtlest bg-quiet\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-block relative !mt-0 ![vertical-align:unset] max-w-[25ch] overflow-hidden\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sticky z-10 h-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bg-base border-subtlest shadow-subtle pointer-coarse:opacity-100 keyboard:opacity-100 right-1 absolute bottom-1 flex rounded-md border opacity-0 transition-opacity group-hover:opacity-100 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;*:not(:first-child)]:border-subtlest [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;*:not(:first-child)]:border-l\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex transition-opacity duration-300 [\u0026amp;_button]:hover:bg-transparent\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative flex items-center justify-center\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"inline-flex\"\u003e\u003csvg role=\"img\" class=\"inline-flex fill-current shrink-0\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" stroke-width=\"1.75\"\u003e\u003cuse\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex [\u0026amp;_button]:hover:bg-transparent\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative flex items-center justify-center\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"inline-flex\"\u003e\u003csvg role=\"img\" class=\"inline-flex fill-current shrink-0\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" stroke-width=\"1.75\"\u003e\u003cuse\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eNote: some sources also cite the 2014–2016 US-market 328d and X3 xDrive28d as using an updated N47TU before the switch to B47; this claim appears on fewer independent sources and should be flagged as needing further verification before publishing as fact.\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-semibold leading-tight text-pretty mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\" id=\"why-this-engine-matters\"\u003eWhy This Engine Matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eThe N47 was one of BMW's highest-volume diesel engines of the 2007–2014 era, powering everything from entry-level 116d hatchbacks to 520d executive saloons and X3 SUVs, making it one of the most commonly encountered used-BMW diesel engines in the UK market today. Its cultural footprint is defined less by motorsport pedigree and more by its notorious rear timing chain failure, which became a landmark cautionary tale in BMW ownership circles and generated a large secondary market of specialist repairers and diagnostic guides. BMW issued running changes in 2009 and again around 2011 aimed at reducing (but not eliminating) the failure rate, meaning enthusiasts and buyers still actively track production dates and chassis codes when assessing risk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-semibold leading-tight text-pretty mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\" id=\"technical-specifications\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-secondary list-disc pl-8\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBore × stroke (N47D20):\u003c\/strong\u003e 84.0 mm × 90.0 mm; the 1.6-litre N47D16 uses a shorter-stroke 78.0 mm × 83.6 mm layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompression ratio:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16.5:1 across most variants (16.1:1 on the 150 kW twin-turbo N47S).\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"group\/trigger inline-flex min-w-0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mt-px max-w-full min-w-0 whitespace-nowrap -top-px font-sans text-base text-primary select-none selection:bg-super-selection selection:text-primary dark:selection:text-super-primary\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text-3xs rounded-md group min-w-4 max-w-full cursor-pointer align-middle font-mono tabular-nums font-normal transition-colors duration-150 inline-flex items-center gap-0 py-[0.1875rem] leading-snug px-[0.3rem] [@media(hover:hover)]:hover:bg-subtle group-data-[state=open]\/trigger:bg-subtle border-subtlest ring-subtlest divide-subtlest bg-quiet\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-block relative !mt-0 ![vertical-align:unset] max-w-[25ch] overflow-hidden\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCylinder block:\u003c\/strong\u003e Closed-deck aluminium block with cast-iron liners, forged steel crankshaft, forged connecting rods, and two balancer shafts.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"group\/trigger inline-flex min-w-0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mt-px max-w-full min-w-0 whitespace-nowrap -top-px font-sans text-base text-primary select-none selection:bg-super-selection selection:text-primary dark:selection:text-super-primary\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text-3xs rounded-md group min-w-4 max-w-full cursor-pointer align-middle font-mono tabular-nums font-normal transition-colors duration-150 inline-flex items-center gap-0 py-[0.1875rem] leading-snug px-[0.3rem] [@media(hover:hover)]:hover:bg-subtle group-data-[state=open]\/trigger:bg-subtle border-subtlest ring-subtlest divide-subtlest bg-quiet\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-block relative !mt-0 ![vertical-align:unset] max-w-[25ch] overflow-hidden\"\u003emotorxpertisehub\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-block ml-1 mr-px !mt-0 ![vertical-align:unset]\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"opacity-50\"\u003e+1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eValvetrain:\u003c\/strong\u003e DOHC, 16 valves (4 per cylinder), with a rear-mounted timing chain rather than the more common front-mounted arrangement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower range:\u003c\/strong\u003e From 70 kW (94–95 hp) on the base N47D16 up to 160 kW (218 PS) on the twin-turbo N47D20T1 (N47S).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTorque range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 235 Nm on the smallest unit up to 450 Nm on the flagship twin-turbo variant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFuel system:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bosch common-rail direct injection; solenoid injectors at up to 1,600 bar on lower-power units, piezo injectors at up to 2,000 bar on higher-output variants.\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eForced induction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single variable-geometry turbo (VGT) on most variants; sequential twin-turbo layout on the range-topping N47S.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEmissions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Euro 5 as standard, with Euro 6-compliant later revisions.\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group relative my-[1em]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sticky top-0 z-20 h-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"absolute left-0 top-0 w-full overflow-hidden bg-raised border-x md:max-w-[90vw] border-subtlest ring-subtlest divide-subtlest\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"w-full overflow-auto scrollbar-subtle rounded-lg border md:max-w-[90vw] border-subtlest ring-subtlest divide-subtlest bg-raised\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"[\u0026amp;_tr:last-child_td]:border-b-0 my-0 w-full table-auto border-separate border-spacing-0 text-sm font-sans rounded-lg [\u0026amp;_tr:last-child_td:first-child]:rounded-bl-lg [\u0026amp;_tr:last-child_td:last-child]:rounded-br-lg\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b text-left align-bottom border-r last:border-r-0 font-bold bg-subtle first:border-radius-tl-lg last:border-radius-tr-lg\"\u003eVariant\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b text-left align-bottom border-r last:border-r-0 font-bold bg-subtle first:border-radius-tl-lg last:border-radius-tr-lg\"\u003eDisplacement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b text-left align-bottom border-r last:border-r-0 font-bold bg-subtle first:border-radius-tl-lg last:border-radius-tr-lg\"\u003ePower\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b text-left align-bottom border-r last:border-r-0 font-bold bg-subtle first:border-radius-tl-lg last:border-radius-tr-lg\"\u003eTorque\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b text-left align-bottom border-r last:border-r-0 font-bold bg-subtle first:border-radius-tl-lg last:border-radius-tr-lg\"\u003eProduction Window\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003eN47D16\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003e1,598 cc\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003e70 kW (94–95 hp)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003e235 Nm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003e2012–2015\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003eN47D16\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003e1,598 cc\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003e85 kW (114–116 hp)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003e260 Nm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003e2012–2015\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003eN47D20 (base)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003e1,995 cc\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003e85 kW (114–116 hp)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003e260 Nm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003e2007–2014\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003eN47D20\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003e1,995 cc\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003e105 kW (141–143 hp)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003e300 Nm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003e2007–2014\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003eN47D20\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003e1,995 cc\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003e120–135 kW (163–184 hp)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003e350–380 Nm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003e2008–2016\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003eN47D20T1 (N47S, twin-turbo)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003e1,995 cc\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003e160 kW (218 PS)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003e450 Nm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-subtlest p-2 min-w-[48px] break-normal border-b border-r last:border-r-0\"\u003e2011–2015\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eDiscrepancies exist between sources on exact kW\/PS figures for mid-range variants (e.g. 130 kW vs 135 kW readings for the same nominal output), likely reflecting rounding differences between metric and imperial conversions or minor running changes; buyers should confirm exact output via the vehicle's specific chassis and build date rather than engine code alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-semibold leading-tight text-pretty mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\" id=\"common-failure-points-beyond-the-timing-chain\"\u003eCommon Failure Points Beyond the Timing Chain\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eWhile the rear timing chain dominates N47 discourse, documented secondary issues include EGR valve faults triggering limp mode, DPF regeneration problems from short urban journeys, and turbocharger wear on high-mileage examples. Diagnostic trouble codes P0016, P0017, and P0018 (cam-crank correlation errors) are the standard indicators of timing chain stretch and warrant specialist inspection before any purchase decision. Preventive timing chain replacement in the used-diesel aftermarket typically runs from roughly £1,700 to £2,600 (converted from reported €2,000–€3,000), rising substantially if failure has already occurred and damaged internal components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-semibold leading-tight text-pretty mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\" id=\"product-relevance-for-gasket-keys\"\u003eProduct Relevance for Gasket Keys\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eFor an N47-specific head gasket keychain, the product should reference the engine's actual head gasket footprint tied to the 84.0 mm bore\/90.0 mm stroke 2.0-litre block or the smaller 78.0 mm bore 1.6-litre block, since these differ physically between the D16 and D20 families. Given the engine's strong association with reliability discourse (particularly the timing chain saga) among UK BMW diesel owners, marketing copy can credibly position the keychain as a tribute to an engine \"every BMW diesel owner has an opinion about,\" which differentiates messaging from generic BMW diesel keychains that ignore this well-documented context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-semibold leading-tight text-pretty mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\" id=\"frequently-asked-questions\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat if I don't know my exact BMW N47 engine code?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCheck the engine code stamped on the block near the timing chain housing, or look up the chassis code and model year, since N47D16 relates to 116d\/118d-class 1.6-litre applications while N47D20 covers most 2.0-litre 118d through 525d and X3\/X1 diesel applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs every N47-powered BMW at risk of timing chain failure?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe failure risk is highest on engines built between March 2007 and January 2009, with BMW's 2009 and 2011 running changes reducing but not eliminating the issue on later production dates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich BMW models most commonly used the N47 diesel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 1 Series (E81\/E87\/F20), 3 Series (E90\/F30), 5 Series (E60\/F10), X1 (E84), and X3 (E83\/F25) account for the vast majority of N47-equipped vehicles sold in the UK.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GasketKeys","offers":[{"title":"BMW 1 Series E87","offer_id":58445841957196,"sku":"N47-BMW-E81-0713","price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"BMW 2 Series F22","offer_id":58445841989964,"sku":"N47-BMW-F22-1415","price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"BMW 3 Series E90","offer_id":58445842022732,"sku":"N47-BMW-E90-0713","price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"BMW 4 Series F32","offer_id":58445842055500,"sku":"N47-BMW-F32-1315","price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"BMW 5 Series E60","offer_id":58445842088268,"sku":"N47-BMW-E60-0710","price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"BMW 5 Series F10","offer_id":58445842121036,"sku":"N47-BMW-F10-1017","price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"BMW X1 E84","offer_id":58445842153804,"sku":"N47-BMW-E84-0915","price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"BMW X3 E83","offer_id":58445842186572,"sku":"N47-BMW-E83-0710","price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"MINI Countryman R60","offer_id":58445842219340,"sku":"N47-MINI-R60-1016","price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"MINI Paceman R61","offer_id":58445842252108,"sku":"N47-BMW-R61-1216","price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1024\/0639\/0092\/files\/bmw-3-series-e90.jpg?v=1786986265","url":"https:\/\/gasketkeys.com\/products\/bmw-n47-320d-120d-520d-e90-f30-gasket-keychain","provider":"gasketkeys","version":"1.0","type":"link"}