N53 engine in 325i coupe in SG ?

[oYaMa]

Hi guys, I really need some help regarding the N53 engine.

Im actually considering to get an imported used 325i coupe, it comes with 1 or 2 years PML warranty.
BUT its 3L and I THINK its the N53 engine instead of the usual N52.
Heard from dealer that its the 1 and only 3L 325i in SG, so Im worried about the maintenance part.

I read online that BMW does not plan to put the N53 engine for sale in Australian and North American models due to the high sulphur content of the fuel available in these markets.


The main question is whether this N53 engine is suitable for use in SG ?
Anyone knows if theres any other BMW models that uses N53 engine in SG ?
So I know there wont be any problems in the long run.

I tried searching N53 in the forum but the term is too short.

Any input is greatly appreciated.

Any advice for me regarding getting this imported used vehicle will be of great help as well. =)

 

[halcrontech]

Re: N53 engine in 325i coupe in SG ?

BMW N53 - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

AFAIK, N53 is not intended for use in asian markets.

 

[TobyNik]

Re: N53 engine in 325i coupe in SG ?

I Wonder if the 2.0L Direct Injection with 170bhp is not in Asia due to the same High Sulphur content in our Fuel???

Haiz................

That one is quite a gem.......good power, good economy, very tunable...I believe.

 

[halcrontech]

Re: N53 engine in 325i coupe in SG ?

I Wonder if the 2.0L Direct Injection with 170bhp is not in Asia due to the same High Sulphur content in our Fuel???

Haiz................

That one is quite a gem.......good power, good economy, very tunable...I believe.

I seriously don't think thats the real issue though considering Mark X, IS250 is also using 2.5L direct injection engine.

 

[davidtch]

Re: N53 engine in 325i coupe in SG ?

I seriously don't think thats the real issue though considering Mark X, IS250 is also using 2.5L direct injection engine.

IS250 sold here has been detuned (according to Lexus). Looking back M52 issue, i am not so sure whether there is issue or not.

 

[ClemZ]

Re: N53 engine in 325i coupe in SG ?

IS250 sold here has been detuned (according to Lexus). Looking back M52 issue, i am not so sure whether there is issue or not.

care to share more on how lexus detuned the local IS250 compared to JDM specs ?

 

[cyrus271]

Re: N53 engine in 325i coupe in SG ?

Hi guys, I really need some help regarding the N53 engine.

Im actually considering to get an imported used 325i coupe, it comes with 1 or 2 years PML warranty.
BUT its 3L and I THINK its the N53 engine instead of the usual N52.
Heard from dealer that its the 1 and only 3L 325i in SG, so Im worried about the maintenance part.

I read online that BMW does not plan to put the N53 engine for sale in Australian and North American models due to the high sulphur content of the fuel available in these markets.


The main question is whether this N53 engine is suitable for use in SG ?
Anyone knows if theres any other BMW models that uses N53 engine in SG ?
So I know there wont be any problems in the long run.

I tried searching N53 in the forum but the term is too short.

Any input is greatly appreciated.

Any advice for me regarding getting this imported used vehicle will be of great help as well. =)

If I am not wrong, the N53 engine is used in the 125i (also 3l) which is sold here so should be fine, no?

 

[Je_taime]

Re: N53 engine in 325i coupe in SG ?

dunno much abt engines but i don't think there is only 1 in SG as i saw quite a few brought in by the dealer/s liao...

 

[dfc]

Re: N53 engine in 325i coupe in SG ?

Anyone driving a 325i N53 now? Any problems so far?

 

[ac323]

Re: N53 engine in 325i coupe in SG ?

Anyone driving a 325i N53 now? Any problems so far?

calling Midnight1987..........so far never hear him say anything..........










cheeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeers

 

[Red_Bean_Bun]

Re: N53 engine in 325i coupe in SG ?

Sg also has high sulphur fuels .....

 

[Midnight1987]

Re: N53 engine in 325i coupe in SG ?

Anyone driving a 325i N53 now? Any problems so far?

me!

no major problem, just normal wear and tears with all the issue other engines have

but mine slightly more problem i feel

 

[dfc]

Re: N53 engine in 325i coupe in SG ?

For petrol what is recommended due to the high sulphur thingy... So doesn't matter at all

 

[Midnight1987]

Re: N53 engine in 325i coupe in SG ?

For petrol what is recommended due to the high sulphur thingy... So doesn't matter at all

i only use 98/97

but i ever seen a 7er pumping 92 at esso