The M2 Racing aims to be a cost-effective partner for teams — a philosophy that even informed what went under the hood.

News then that BMW has cast aside the 3.0-litre unit in favour of a smaller, simpler 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine for its ...

We can assure you that’s not the case, but it does seem like a curious decision to use the B48 turbocharged four-cylinder in an M2-badged vehicle. However, BMW has one really good reason why the ...

It's all about keeping costs low.

The 420i gains BMW's new B48 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo petrol engine ... Everything from labour and parts to lubricants and brake fluid is included in the free-of-charge package. For reference, ...

BMW's reliable B48 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine powers a range of cars and SUVs. Owners have reported some common problems ...

Even with these common complaints, many owners report that the B48 remains as reliable as any modern BMW engine. But you can never be too careful when shopping around for a used B48-powered model.