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The aim of this article is to provide a basic understanding of issues relating to the car clutch: When is it necessary to replace the clutch? After what mileage? What costs can be expected for the replacement and how long does the process usually take?
The cost of replacing the clutch on BMW vehicles in 2024 is between £680 and £1700. Prices vary depending on the model, year of manufacture, and the complexity of fitting the part.
| BMW model | Costs |
| 1 Series | £680–£1100 |
| 3 Series | £860–£1300 |
| 5 Series | £1040–£1500 |
| 6 Series | £1130–£1600 |
| 7 Series | £1220–£1700 |
| X3 | £770–£1200 |
| X5 | £950–£1400 |
| X6 | £1040–£1500 |
| X7 | £1130–£1600 |
| Z4 | £860–£1300 |
The price includes the cost of both spare parts and labour.
LuK Clutch kit
with pilot bearing, with clutch release bearing, with release fork, with flywheel, with screw set, Requires special tools for mounting, with automatic adjustment
Article number: 600 0238 00
£ 404,96
price incl. 20% VAT, free delivery
-58%
SACHS Clutch kit
228mm
Article number: 3000 951 019
compared to
RRP
£ 1071,22
£ 443,90
price incl. 20% VAT, free delivery
-53%
SACHS Clutch kit
240mm
Article number: 3000 951 952
compared to
RRP
£ 403,39
£ 189,20
price incl. 20% VAT, free delivery
LuK Dual mass flywheel
Manual Transmission
Article number: 415 0552 10
£ 391,78
price incl. 20% VAT, free delivery
Article number: 624 3968 00
£ 192,24
price incl. 20% VAT, free delivery
In 2024, the average cost of replacing a BMW clutch in a garage (excluding the cost of spare parts) will be between £400 and £900. The prices depend on both the vehicle model and the location of the garage.
| BMW model | Labour costs |
| 1 Series | £400–£600 |
| 3 Series | £500–£700 |
| 5 Series | £600–£800 |
| 6 Series | £650–£850 |
| 7 Series | £700–£900 |
| X3 | £450–£650 |
| X5 | £550–£750 |
| X6 | £600–£800 |
| X7 | £650–£850 |
| Z4 | £500–£700 |
These prices do not include the cost of spare parts.
The timing of clutch replacement on a BMW depends on several factors, including driving style, operating conditions, and the quality of the clutch itself. Normally, however, a clutch will last between 80,000 and 140,000 kilometres.
The following symptoms could indicate that the clutch needs to be replaced soon:
On average, replacing a clutch can take between 6 and 10 hours of labour. The time it takes to replace a clutch on a BMW can vary depending on the vehicle model, the experience of the workshop and the condition of other components that may require repairs during the replacement.
-36%
K&N Filters Air filter
29mm, 219mm, 271mm, Square, Long-life Filter
Article number: 33-3079
compared to
RRP
£ 77,86
£ 49,57
price incl. 20% VAT, excl. delivery costs
-31%
K&N Filters Air filter
117mm, 128mm, 130mm, round, Long-life Filter
Article number: E-2021
compared to
RRP
£ 77,86
£ 53,41
price incl. 20% VAT, excl. delivery costs
Article number: 624 3158 10
£ 170,86
price incl. 20% VAT, free delivery
BOSCH Air filter
49,5mm, 230,5mm, 505mm, Filter Insert
Article number: F 026 400 365
£ 28,84
price incl. 20% VAT, excl. delivery costs
LuK Dual mass flywheel
Manual Transmission
Article number: 415 0401 10
£ 303,14
price incl. 20% VAT, free delivery
You can save an average of £400 and £900 if you replace the clutch on your BMW yourself compared to a workshop. If you have no experience or knowledge of car repairs, you should contact an experienced workshop.
| BMW model | Costs (do-it-yourself) | Costs (workshop) |
| 1 Series | £280–£500 | £400–£600 |
| 3 Series | £360–£600 | £500–£700 |
| 5 Series | £440–£700 | £600–£800 |
| 6 Series | £480–£750 | £650–£850 |
| 7 Series | £520–£800 | £700–£900 |
| X3 | £320–£550 | £450–£650 |
| X5 | £400–£650 | £550–£750 |
| X6 | £440–£700 | £600–£800 |
| X7 | £480–£750 | £650–£850 |
| Z4 | £360–£600 | £500–£700 |
Replacing a clutch on a BMW can be a complex process with a number of important aspects to consider.
One of the unique features of BMW vehicles is the use of a dual mass flywheel on certain models. A dual-mass flywheel is more complex and expensive than a conventional flywheel, and its condition should be checked when replacing the clutch.
Another element is the clutch release bearing which wears out over time and may need to be replaced.
It should also be borne in mind that special tools may be required to replace a BMW clutch and that the engine's electronic control unit (ECU) may also need to be reprogrammed after the repair.
Browse through the clutch catalogue for the most common BMW models:
Here are examples of the special aspects of clutch replacement at BMW:
MANN-FILTER Air filter
92mm, 270mm, 348mm, Filter Insert
VALEO Clutch kit
with single-mass flywheel, with clutch release bearing, 239mm
LuK Clutch Disc
228mm, Number of Teeth: 10
MANN-FILTER Air filter
54mm, 294mm, 211mm, Filter Insert
MAHLE ORIGINAL Air filter
77,0mm, 113mm, 342,0mm, Filter Insert
LuK Clutch kit
for engines with dual-mass flywheel, with clutch release bearing, with release fork, Requires special tools for mounting, Check and replace dual-mass flywheel if necessary., with automatic adjustment, 240mm
MANN-FILTER Air filter
44mm, 205mm, 231mm, Filter Insert
SACHS Clutch kit
240mm
MANN-FILTER Air filter
50mm, 231mm, 506mm, Filter Insert
K&N Filters Air filter
32mm, 260mm, 267mm, Square, Long-life Filter