2.0L N46B20 E46 Engine — For BMW E90 320i / 318i — N46B20 Engine Assembly
The BMW N46B20E is a naturally aspirated, 2.0-liter (1,995 cc) inline-four gasoline engine produced from 2004 to 2015. It was widely utilized in the E87 1 Series and E90 3 Series models (such as the 320i). This engine typically generates approximately 156 horsepower (115 kW) and between 200 and 210 Newton-meters (148–155 lb-ft) of torque. Its technical features include the Double VANOS variable valve timing system and the Valvetronic electronic valve control system; it typically employs an aluminum engine block and utilizes a water-cooling system.
Description
N46B20E Engine Key Technical Specifications:
Engine Type: Inline-4, DOHC (Double Overhead Camshaft), Naturally Aspirated
Displacement: 1,995 cc (2.0L)
Bore × Stroke: 84 mm × 90 mm
Compression Ratio: 10.5:1
Max Power: Approx. 156 hp (115 kW)
Max Torque: Approx. 200–210 Nm (148–155 lb-ft)
Valve Mechanism: Valvetronic (Variable Valve Lift) and Double-VANOS (Dual Variable Valve Timing)
Fuel Injection: Intake Manifold Injection (Port Injection)
Applications & Features:
Common Vehicle Models: BMW 1 Series E87 120i, 3 Series E90 320i














