How Much Does a Used BMW N47 Engine Cost in the UK?
Photo by Ivan Kohut on Unsplash When the BMW N47 engine in your 318d, 320d, 520d, or 118d stops performing, whether through a snapped timing chain, turbo failure, or internal damage, replacement is often the most cost-effective route. The N47 is a well-known engine in the UK market, which means used examples are widely available and pricing is competitive. What you pay depends heavily on which variant you need, the mileage of the donor unit, and whether you want the engine alone or a professionally fitted unit. Here’s what the market actually looks like in 2026 in the UK. Which N47 Variant Do You Have? Before pricing anything up, confirm your exact engine code. The N47 family covers several variants with different mileage histories, chain specifications, and compatibility requirements. Variant Production years Key facts N47D20A 2007–2009 Earliest build. Highest timing chain risk. Crankshaft sprocket fault on pre-2009 cars. N47D20B 2009–2011 Minor improvements, but still chain-vu...
