BMW N52 3.0L Engine

BMW 328i 528i replacement motor, N52B30 complete running assembly, used naturally aspirated inline-6, X3 X5 plug-and-play engine swap

Looking for a dependable, ultra-smooth powertrain to restore the signature performance of your Ultimate Driving Machine? This genuine OEM BMW N52 3.0L Engine is a premium, running assembly designed to get your vehicle back on the road with total confidence. Celebrated as the pinnacle of BMW’s naturally aspirated engine design, the N52 platform is globally renowned for its silky-smooth power delivery, crisp throttle response, and bulletproof long-term reliability.

The N52 features an advanced magnesium-aluminum composite block, making it exceptionally lightweight to preserve your vehicle’s precise front-to-rear handling balance. Armed with Double-VANOS variable camshaft timing and Valvetronic variable valve lift technology, this 3.0-liter powerplant eliminates the complexity and lag of turbochargers, delivering a highly responsive 215 to 260 horsepower (depending on your factory model’s intake tuning) across a beautifully linear powerband.

This complete engine assembly has been thoroughly run-tested, compression checked, and verified for peak operational functionality. Arriving as a complete long block with essential engine ancillaries, it serves as an ideal, cost-effective replacement motor to completely restore your vehicle’s factory refinement and efficiency.

Engine Quick Facts:

• Fits: 2006-2013 BMW 3 Series (325i, 328i, 330i), 5 Series (525i, 528i, 530i), X3, X5, and Z4 models (Chassis configurations include E90, E60, E83, E70)

• Engine Code: N52B30 (3.0L Naturally Aspirated Inline-6)

• Factory Output: 215–260 HP / 185–221 lb-ft of Torque (Model dependent)

• Block Architecture: High-tech, weight-saving magnesium-aluminum composite shell with cast-iron cylinder liners

• Condition: Premium, fully tested OEM complete running engine assembly

• Application: Direct plug-and-play replacement for daily commuters and naturally aspirated BMW purists

A Quick Tech Note for Accuracy: While the N52 long block assembly shares an identical internal architecture across many platforms, BMW engineered specific outer configurations depending on the chassis. When swapping this engine between a 3 Series sedan, a 5 Series, or an X-Series SUV, you may need to swap your vehicle’s original oil pan, valve cover, or oil filter housing setup to clear specific subframes and matching steering components.

Ditch the extreme expense of a dealership rebuild or the gamble of an unverified salvage core. Bring that linear, factory-smooth German engineering back to your daily drive. Message our team today with your zip or postal code for a fast, competitive shipping quote to the US or Australia!