The N52 served as the powerplant of choice for many notable BMW models through the 2000s into the early 2010s. Being at the end of an era of naturally aspirated engines for the brand as a whole ...

The BMW N52 inline-six engine has certainly earned its reputation of being not only one of BMW's most reliable engines, but one of the most reliable engines to come out of Germany as a whole.

BMW's N52 was introduced in the 2000s, and it holds a significant place in the straight-six legacy. This naturally aspirated inline-six gas engine was famous for its smooth power delivery ...