The BMW N54 engine is a twin-turbocharged, direct-injection inline-six unit launched in 2006. It was primarily used in the BMW 1 Series, 3 Series, 5 Series, Z4, and some X models. This engine is particularly renowned for its performance and enormous tuning potential. It was also one of the first BMW turbocharged engines to feature direct injection, making it a benchmark in terms of power and torque for the brand's engines.