Carsieve All versions
At a glance
- Years: 2013 to 2021. The F32 is the coupe, the F33 the convertible with a folding hard top, the F36 the Gran Coupe.
- Reliability: 3/5. The N20 timing chain on early petrol cars, the diesel EGR cooler recall and the fuel pump recall pull the score down.
- DIY: 2/5. Most fixes are recall or workshop jobs. The chain work needs a garage.
- Biggest risks: the N20 timing chain and the EGR cooler recall on diesels.
- Prefer: a car with recall work on record, and a later B47 or B48 engine. Avoid: early N20 petrol cars with no chain work on record.
Engines and gearboxes
- 2.0 N20 petrol (N20B20A, N20B20B, 420i and 428i): the timing chain is the main risk, see Known issues. Cars built to February 2016 carry the most risk. carwiki says 2015 or 2016.
- 2.0 N47 diesel (N47D20C, N47D20D, 418d to 425d): dual-mass flywheel failures are reported. See the BMW N47.
- 2.0 B47 diesel (B47D20A, B47D20B, 418d to 425d from 2015): the later diesel that replaced the N47. Dual-mass flywheel failures are also reported. Its EGR cooler falls under the recall below. See the BMW B47.
- 3.0 N57 diesel (N57D30A, N57D30B, 430d and 435d): the EGR cooler recall applies, see Known issues.
- ZF 8HP automatic: see the ZF 8HP guide.
Known issues
| Issue | Affects | Typical km | Repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| N20 timing chain (420i and 428i) | 420i and 428i (N20B20A, N20B20B), built to 2015-2016 | Not stated | No confirmed price |
| EGR cooler leak and recall (diesel) | 6-cylinder N57 built 2012-2015; 4-cylinder B47 built 2015-2016 | Not stated | No confirmed price (recall work) |
| Fuel pump nickel coating (recall) | Petrol N20 and N55 cars, built 2012-2015 (sources differ) | Not stated | Not stated |
| xDrive judder at partial load | xDrive (AWD) cars | Not stated | No confirmed price |
| Springs and shock absorbers wear | All cars | From about 70,000 km | No confirmed price |
| Alloy wheel corrosion and pitting | All cars | Not stated | No confirmed price (dealers replace under warranty) |
Before you buy
- Start the cold engine and listen for a rattle in the first seconds. Ask for a record of timing chain work. Bad result: a rattle on cold start, or no chain work on a car built to 2015 or 2016.
- Drive at part throttle on a flat road and watch for judder. Check that all four tyres match and that the pressures are right. Ask for the oil change record. Bad result: judder that stays after the tyres are checked, or no oil record.
- Lift the car and check the springs, shock absorbers and tie rod ends. Bad result: leaking shocks, worn tie rod ends, or knocks over bumps.
- Ask for proof that the EGR cooler recall was done on a six-cylinder diesel built 2013 to 2015. Bad result: no proof.
- Ask for proof that the EGR cooler was replaced on a four-cylinder diesel built 2015 or 2016. Bad result: no proof. The B47 guide covers the rest.
- Ask a BMW dealer to check the fuel pump recall and all open campaigns for the car's VIN. Build dates differ by source, so check the VIN. Bad result: an open campaign, or a pump not replaced.
Running costs
| Operational | €225 |
|---|---|
| Workshop | €156 |
| Fixed costs (tax, insurance) | €212 |
| Total per month | €593 |
| New-car depreciation (not included) | €117 |
ADAC figures for 15,000 km a year over 60 months
Market
Listings on mobile.de priced up to 50,000 EUR, 29 October 2026.
- Listings
- 899
- 25th percentile
- €19,590
- Median price
- €23,490
- 75th percentile
- €29,500
- Median mileage
- 115,000 km
- Median first registration
- 2018
- Dealer share
- 61.1%
- Price at 100,000 km
- €27,376
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