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213 postsBMW N52 engine explained: the naturally aspirated straight-six
The BMW N52 is one of the last naturally aspirated BMW straight-sixes. How it is built, the models that use it, its strengths, common issues such as oil leaks and VANOS, and maintenance tips.
Read post →♥ 0💬 0 Tech explained · 4 min readHow to charge an electric BMW: home, public and fast charging
Charging an electric BMW is simple once you know the options. Home sockets and wallboxes, public AC and fast DC charging, charging speeds, battery care tips and planning long trips.
Read post →♥ 0💬 0 Buying guides · 4 min readBMW F10 520d buying guide: the diesel 5 Series
The F10 520d is a comfortable and efficient executive saloon. This buying guide covers the engines, gearbox, Touring version, common issues such as timing chain, EGR, DPF and suspension, and what to check.
Read post →♥ 0💬 0 Buying guides · 4 min readBMW F30 320d buying guide: what to check before you buy
The F30 320d is one of the most popular used BMWs. This buying guide covers the N47 and B47 engines, gearboxes, xDrive, common issues such as timing chain, EGR and DPF, and what to check.
Read post →♥ 0💬 0 Buying guides · 4 min readBMW E70 X5 buying guide: engines, issues and what to check
The E70 X5 is a spacious and capable used SUV. This buying guide covers the petrol and diesel engines, xDrive, the third row, common issues such as the transfer case, suspension and electronics, and what to check.
Read post →♥ 0💬 0 Tech explained · 4 min readBMW plug-in hybrid explained: how it works and who it suits
A BMW plug-in hybrid combines a petrol engine with an electric motor and a battery you can charge. How it works, driving modes, electric range, charging, costs and who a PHEV suits best.
Read post →♥ 0💬 0 Tech explained · 5 min readBMW S14 engine explained: the four-cylinder of the E30 M3
The BMW S14 is the four-cylinder racing-derived engine of the E30 M3. How it was built, its links with the M1 engine, the 2.3 and 2.5-litre versions, maintenance needs and what to check.
Read post →♥ 0💬 0 Tech explained · 4 min readBMW S50 and S52 engines explained: the six-cylinders of the E36 M3
The E36 M3 used different six-cylinder engines in Europe and North America. The BMW S50 and S52 explained: 3.0 and 3.2 litres, VANOS, known issues and maintenance tips.
Read post →♥ 0💬 0 Tech explained · 4 min readBMW X5 M60i explained: the V8 mild hybrid performance SUV
The BMW X5 M60i combines a V8 mild hybrid with the comfort of the X5. The S68 engine, xDrive and chassis technology, practicality, how it compares with the X5 M and buying tips.
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