The 3.0-litre, 24-valve, turbocharged inline six-cylinder engine produces 300-hp and 300-lb. ft of torque. BMW’s well-sorted xDrive all-wheel-drive system is standard on both cars, as is a silky smooth automatic transmission with eight speeds.
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Is the 2014 BMW 335i twin turbo?
BMW 335i 2014 Q&As Is the BMW 335i reliable and a good car? With a turbocharged twin-cam six-cylinder, yes the BMW 335i is a great car!
What engine does the 2014 BMW 335i M Sport have?
Our 335i test vehicle came with BMW’s familiar, single-turbo N55 3.0-liter inline-six with 300 horsepower; it is an utterly agreeable mill that builds revs effortlessly and without delay. We ripped off a best 0-to-60-mph run of 5.3 seconds and verified the 335i’s 129-mph electronically governed top speed.
What year 335i has N55?
Model year 2011 335i’s moved on from the twin turbo N54 engine to the single turbo N55. The N55 moved from piezo injectors to solenoid style injectors. This was a huge reliability upgrade over the problematic piezo injectors on the N54. However, the N55 uses the same fuel pump as the N54.
Is the N54 or N55 better?
The N55 twin-scroll turbo offers slightly faster turbo spool and delivers peak torque 100 RPM’s sooner than the N54; a characteristic that is not noticeable as each turbo set up spools quickly and delivers impressive torque through-out the low end and midrange.
What cars have the N55 engine?
- 2009–2017 F10/F11/F07 535i.
- 2010–2013 E90/E91/E92/E93 335i.
- 2010–2013 E82/E88 135i.
- 2010–2017 F25 X3 xDrive35i.
- 2011–2013 E70 X5 xDrive 35i.
- 2011–2015 F30/F31 335i.
- 2011–2014 E71 X6 xDrive 35i.
- 2012–2015 E84 X1 xDrive35i.
Is the N55 reliable?
N55 Reliability Despite the many misconceptions that BMW’s as a whole are unreliable, the BMW N55 is actually a fairly reliable engine. The four most common problems with the N55 are, in no specific order, the valve cover and gasket, water pump, oil filter housing gasket, and VANOS solenoids.
Do all 335i have twin turbo?
Two primary engines powered the 335i – the N54 and N55. Both engines are 3.0L inline-6 turbocharged engines. However, the older N54 engine utilizes twin turbos while the N55 is a twin-scroll single turbo. Despite the differences in turbos most BMW 335i models pump out the same 300 horsepower and 300 lb-ft of torque.
Is the 2014 BMW 335i reliable?
The BMW 335i Reliability Rating is 2.0 out of 5.0, which ranks it 28th out of 31 for luxury midsize cars. The average annual repair cost is $1,030 which means it has poor ownership costs.
How do I know if my 335i has sport package?
If your front seats have leg extenders, more than likely you have the sport package. floor it and if you max out at 130mph you dont have the sport package.
What is the M Sport Package on 335i?
The M Sport trim line includes an M Aerodynamic Kit, exclusive M Sport colors and trims, M Sports seats, and an M Sport steering wheel to distinguish it visually from cars without the package.
What year 335i has N54?
The N54 debuted at the 2006 Geneva Motor Show and was launched in the 335i model of the E90/E91/E92/E93 3 Series range. Following the introduction of its BMW N55 successor in 2009, the N54 began to be phased out. The final model powered by the N54 is the E89 Z4 roadster, which was produced until 2016.
Which year 335i is most reliable?
- 2010.
- 2012.
- 2015.
- 2016.
What cars have a N54?
- 2006-2010 BMW E90/E91/E92/E93 335i.
- 2007-2010 BMW E60/E61 535i.
- 2007-2010 BMW E82/E88 135i.
- 2007-2010 Alpina B3.
- 2008-2010 BMW E71 X6 xDrive35i.
- 2008-2012 BMW F01 740i.
- 2009-2016 BMW E89 Z4 sDrive35i.
- 2010-2013 BMW E92/E93 335is.
How long do N55 turbos last?
N55 Turbo Longevity at 20+ PSI In general, more boost will reduce the lifespan of the N55 stock turbo. However, it is possible for N55 turbos to last 50,000+ miles at 23psi, for example. On the other hand, the stock turbo may decide to let go much sooner even at 20psi.
How much HP can N55 handle?
The N55 can handle around 550whp and 550wtq on the stock engine block and internals.
How long will N55 last?
The BMW N55 motor should have no problem lasting over 150,000 miles, and some owners report getting over 250,000 miles out of their engines.
How do I know if I have a N54 or N55?
Probably the best way to tell without looking under the hood… is IF it has a DCT it is an N55. IF its an auto it is an N54. IF its a 6MT… you’ll have to look under the hood.
How much HP can N54 handle?
The N54 can handle around 600-650whp and 550-600wtq on the stock block and internals.
Why is the N55 more reliable than N54?
There were less N55 models produced vs the N54 so you’re less likely to see as many negative posts. Most of the “issues” the early N54’s had were resolved with revised part numbers like the HPFP’s and injectors. The N55 learned from the N54’s mistakes.
Which is better N55 or B58?
As you can see, from very early on the B58 has big gains over the N55 which it holds right through the rev range. As you can see, the B58 has a very similar boost curve, but makes around 4PSI more than the N55 across virtually the whole rev range.
What’s the difference between N54 and N55 engine?
The main difference between N54 and N55 is the type of turbocharger used in each engine. Its N54 engine uses twin turbos, while the N55 uses a single turbo with a twin-scroll exhaust. A twin-scroll turbocharger is a standard turbocharger but splits its exhaust housing into two.
How many turbos does a N55 have?
It has two separate turbos, each powered by 3 of the engines six cylinders. Both of the turbos on the N54 are of equal size and configuration. The BMW N55 TwinPower turbo is a single Turbo engine with two separate exhaust runners powering the hot side of the turbo.
Does N55 burning oil?
N55s do burn oil but to my knowledge. However, its not nearly that much. Do not quote me on this, but I believe N55 burns about a quart per 10,000 miles.
How can I make my N55 faster?
- ECU Tuning. The engine control unit (ECU) is the brain of every modern engine.
- Cat-Back Exhaust.
- Downpipe.
- Intake.
- Intercooler.
- Charge Pipes.
- Oil Cooler.
- Oil Cooler Thermostat.