BMW, F

The BMW F-Series is a line of diesel engines produced by the German manufacturer BMW from 1991 to 2006. The F-Series was designed for use in both passenger and commercial vehicles, including the popular 5 Series executive car and the X3 SUV.

Key Features:

• Inline-6 cylinder configuration
• 2.4L (2,445cc) displacement
• SOHC (Single Overhead Camshaft) design
• Turbocharged or naturally aspirated variants
• Output ranges from 115 to 224 horsepower (85 to 167 kW)
• Torque output ranges from 180 to 375 lb-ft (244 to 508 Nm)

Engine Variants:

• F23: 2.4L, naturally aspirated, producing 115 horsepower (85 kW) and 177 lb-ft (240 Nm)
• F25: 2.4L, turbocharged, producing 149 horsepower (111 kW) and 215 lb-ft (292 Nm)
• M47: 2.5L, turbocharged, producing 163 horsepower (121 kW) and 229 lb-ft (311 Nm)
• M57: 3.0L, inline-6 cylinder, naturally aspirated or turbocharged, producing 184 to 224 horsepower (137 to 167 kW)

Applications:

• BMW E34/E39 5 Series executive car
• BMW X3 SUV
• Various commercial vehicles, including trucks and buses

Notable Facts:

• The F-Series engines were designed in collaboration with Daimler-Benz AG (now Mercedes-Benz), a partnership that would later lead to the development of the M47 engine.
• The F23 was used in various other applications, including the BMW 7 Series and the Mini Cooper.
• The F25 and M57 variants were commonly used in commercial vehicles, such as trucks and buses.

The BMW F-Series played an important role in establishing the company's reputation for producing efficient and reliable diesel engines. Although production of these engines ended in 2006, their legacy continues to influence modern engine design at BMW.