Upgrade options for my 2007 BMW 328xi

srazzaqi · 09-10-2011, 02:53 PM

Hi, I was wondering what sort of engine upgrades to do to get more power/torque out of my engine, I want a 335xi, but can\'t afford it so I want to upgrade my 328xi\'s engine, body, rims, etc. Please help
Thanks,
Bill Razzaqi

BMCoupe_782 · 09-10-2011, 03:32 PM

Don't count on getting too much power out of our NA engine - forced induction (as you know) is the way to go on that.

There are a bunch of different options: from piggybacks to tunes. Most people with an N52 go with the BMS Powerbox (PBX) for better throttle response. Others run a ECU tunes such as Active Autowerke (AA) or ESS. You can also add an aftermarket exhaust/intake for better airflow and some hp gains. Either way, you won't get massive gains but you'll definitely get something. A better bet is also to rid yourself of the heavy runflats, get lighter wheels and perhaps look into a suspension setup. That will allow you to make better use of the power you already have and improve the driving dynamics.

Good luck!

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srazzaqi Registered 0 Rep 2 Posts Drives: 2007 BMW 328xi Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Minnetonka, minnesota iTrader: (0)	Upgrade options for my 2007 BMW 328xi Hi, I was wondering what sort of engine upgrades to do to get more power/torque out of my engine, I want a 335xi, but can\'t afford it so I want to upgrade my 328xi\'s engine, body, rims, etc. Please help Thanks, Bill Razzaqi
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BMCoupe_782 Bavarian Fever 34 Rep 1,108 Posts Drives: 08' e92 328xi TiAg Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Queens, NY / North NJ iTrader: (4)	Don't count on getting too much power out of our NA engine - forced induction (as you know) is the way to go on that. There are a bunch of different options: from piggybacks to tunes. Most people with an N52 go with the BMS Powerbox (PBX) for better throttle response. Others run a ECU tunes such as Active Autowerke (AA) or ESS. You can also add an aftermarket exhaust/intake for better airflow and some hp gains. Either way, you won't get massive gains but you'll definitely get something. A better bet is also to rid yourself of the heavy runflats, get lighter wheels and perhaps look into a suspension setup. That will allow you to make better use of the power you already have and improve the driving dynamics. Good luck! __________________ \| ESS n52 Tune \| BMW Performance Intake/Exhaust \| LUX H8 v3 AE \| GP Thunder 8500K fogs/corners \| LED: signals/interior \| V1 hardwired \| debadge \| AC pedals \| Performance shift knob/boot \| CF e-brake \| Aero lip \| m3 side skirts/spoiler \| MB kidneys \| Strut brace \| Painted reflectors \| Painted Calipers/Hubs \| 35% 3M tint \| Smoked tails \| CF Roundels \| 19" Miro 942 \| Conti DWS \| H&R Springs for xi \| Bilstein Shocks\| Nxt: Alpine Subs/Amps
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