Stages of the N63
The BMW N63 twin-turbo V8 is a powerhouse with untapped performance potential. Unlocking this power comes in stages—each designed to increase horsepower, torque, and overall driving experience while maintaining engine reliability.
Tune & Intake: Experience a noticeable bump in power and responsiveness with a performance tune and intake upgrades. Perfect for daily driving performance.
Full Bolt-Ons: Adds downpipes, intercoolers, and supporting mods. Delivers stronger acceleration and a more aggressive driving feel while staying street-legal.
Turbo Upgrade: Upgraded turbos and fueling components unleash serious power. Ideal for enthusiasts looking for major gains and custom tuning flexibility.
Built Engine: Forged internals and race-grade components for those pushing extreme horsepower. Designed for reliability under high boost and track use. (Optional/Extreme Use)
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Upgraded air intakes
High-flow panel filters
Stage 1 ECU tune
Gains: ~80–100 HP / ~100–120 lb-ft TQ
Perfect for daily drivers who want a noticeable boost without modifying core engine components.
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Downpipes (catless or high-flow)
Upgraded intercoolers
Stage 2 ECU tune
Optional: charge pipes & upgraded spark plugs
Gains: ~120–150 HP / ~150–180 lb-ft TQ
Delivers aggressive performance and responsiveness while maintaining street reliability.
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Upgraded hybrid turbos
Larger fuel injectors
Fuel pump upgrade (if needed)
Custom dyno tune
Gains: ~180–250+ HP depending on setup
For enthusiasts pushing the limits—this stage transforms the N63 into a high-performance monster with track-ready capability.
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Forged internals (pistons, rods)
Upgraded head studs, gaskets, valve springs
Methanol injection or ethanol fuel tuning
Fully custom tune
Built for high boost and long-term reliability under extreme conditions—ideal for racing or high-horsepower builds.
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Original N63 (2008–2012)
E71 X6 xDrive50i (2008–2014)
F01/F02 750i / 750Li (2009–2012)
F07 550i GT (2010–2013)
F10 550i (2011–2013)
F12/F13 650i Coupe/Convertible (2012–2013)
N63TU (Technical Update, 2013–2016)
F01/F02 750i / 750Li (2013–2015)
F07 550i GT (2013–2017)
F10 550i (2014–2016)
F15 X5 xDrive50i (2014–2018)
F16 X6 xDrive50i (2015–2018)
F12/F13/F06 650i / Gran Coupe (2013–2018)
N63TU2 (2016–2018)
G11/G12 750i / 750Li (2016–2018)
G30 550i xDrive (2017–2018; limited markets)
N63TU3 (2018–Present)
G11/G12 750i / 750Li LCI (2019–2022)
G30 M550i xDrive (2018–present)
G05 X5 xDrive50i (2019–2021)
G06 X6 xDrive50i (2020–2021)
G07 X7 xDrive50i (2019–2021)