The N42 is a series of I4 automobile piston engines from BMW. The series debuted with the E46 cars in 2001. Displacement ranges from 1.8 L to 2.0 L.
N42B18
The N42B18 is a 1.8 L (1796cc) version producing 116 hp and 175 ft.lbf. It uses Bosch DME ME9.2 fuel injection.
It has twin-balancing shafts. The N42B18 won the 1.4-1.8 L category of the International Engine of the Year competition for 2001.
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N42B20
The N42B20 is a larger 2.0 L (1995cc) version. It produces 143 hp and 200 ft.lbf with the same Bosch DME ME9.2 fuel injection.
It has twin-balancing shafts.
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