VEMO DETONATION SENSOR V20-72-3001

Compatible with BMW 5 (E39) , BMW 7 (E38) , BMW 5 Touring (E39) Show more info
This VEMO detonation sensor, part number V20-72-3001, is designed to monitor and report engine knock. Ensure optimal engine performance and prevent damage with this reliable component.
52.09 EUR
inc. VAT 21%
In stock 2
Delivery 1 day (14.09.2026)
PN V20-72-3001
Make VEMO
EAN 4046001295706

The VEMO V20-72-3001 detonation sensor plays a crucial role in modern engine management systems. It detects the characteristic vibrations associated with engine knock or detonation, a condition where fuel ignites prematurely in the combustion chamber. Upon detecting detonation, the sensor sends a signal to the engine control unit (ECU). The ECU then adjusts ignition timing and fuel mixture to prevent further knocking, thereby protecting the engine from potential damage and maintaining efficient operation. This sensor is engineered for durability and precise response. Proper functioning of the detonation sensor is vital for engine longevity and performance. A faulty sensor can lead to incorrect ECU adjustments, potentially causing reduced power, increased fuel consumption, and internal engine stress. Replacing a worn or damaged sensor with a quality part like the VEMO V20-72-3001 ensures the engine's protective systems operate as intended.

  • Detects engine knock and detonation
  • Signals the ECU for timing adjustments
  • Helps prevent engine damage
  • Ensures optimal engine performance
  • Designed for precise and reliable operation
  • Direct replacement for original equipment
  • VEMO quality and durability
Tightening torque [Nm]
+20
Cable length [mm]
310
Cable length [mm]
215
Type of connector
Round connector plug
Plug connector housing shape
round
Number of sensors
2
  • BMW
    • 5 (E39)
      • 520 i (110kW/150PS)
      • 523 i (125kW/170PS)
      • 528 i (142kW/193PS)
      • 520 i (125kW/170PS)
      • 525 i (141kW/192PS)
      • 530 i (170kW/231PS)
    • 7 (E38)
      • 728 i, iL (142kW/193PS)
    • 5 Touring (E39)
      • 520 i (110kW/150PS)
      • 523 i (125kW/170PS)
      • 528 i (142kW/193PS)
      • 520 i (100kW/136PS)
      • 520 i (125kW/170PS)
      • 525 i (141kW/192PS)
      • 530 i (170kW/231PS)
    • Z3 Roadster (E36)
      • 2.8 i (142kW/193PS)
      • 1.9 i (87kW/118PS)
      • 2.0 i (110kW/150PS)
      • 1.9 i (85kW/116PS)
      • 3.0 i (170kW/231PS)
      • 2.2 i (125kW/170PS)
    • Z3 Coupe (E36)
      • 2.8 i (142kW/193PS)
      • 3.0 i (170kW/231PS)
    • 3 (E46)
      • 318 i (87kW/118PS)
      • 328 i (142kW/193PS)
      • 323 i (125kW/170PS)
      • 320 i (110kW/150PS)
      • 316 i (77kW/105PS)
      • 330 xi (170kW/231PS)
      • 330 i (170kW/231PS)
      • 320 i (125kW/170PS)
      • 325 i (141kW/192PS)
      • 325 xi (141kW/192PS)
      • 316 i (77kW/105PS)
      • 318 i (105kW/143PS)
      • 316 i (85kW/115PS)
      • 316 i (85kW/115PS)
    • 3 Coupe (E46)
      • 323 Ci (125kW/170PS)
      • 328 Ci (142kW/193PS)
      • 320 Ci (110kW/150PS)
      • 318 Ci (87kW/118PS)
      • 320 Ci (125kW/170PS)
      • 325 Ci (141kW/192PS)
      • 316 Ci (77kW/105PS)
      • 318 Ci (105kW/143PS)
      • 316 Ci (85kW/115PS)
      • 318 Ci (110kW/150PS)
      • 330 Ci (170kW/231PS)
    • 3 Touring (E91)
      • 318 i (100kW/136PS)
      • 320 i (110kW/150PS)
      • 318 i (95kW/129PS)
      • 318 i (105kW/143PS)
      • 320 i (125kW/170PS)
    • 3 Touring (E46)
      • 320 i (110kW/150PS)
      • 318 i (87kW/118PS)
      • 328 i (142kW/193PS)
      • 330 xi (170kW/231PS)
      • 330 i (170kW/231PS)
      • 320 i (125kW/170PS)
      • 325 i (141kW/192PS)
      • 325 xi (141kW/192PS)
      • 318 i (105kW/143PS)
      • 316 i (85kW/115PS)
    • 3 Compact (E36)
      • 316 i (77kW/105PS)
    • 3 Coupe (E92)
      • 318 i (105kW/143PS)
      • 320 i (125kW/170PS)
      • 320 i (120kW/163PS)
    • 3 Kabriolets (E93)
      • 318 i (105kW/143PS)
      • 320 i (125kW/170PS)
      • 320 i (115kW/156PS)
    • 3 Kabriolets (E46)
      • 323 Ci (125kW/170PS)
      • 330 Ci (170kW/231PS)
      • 320 Ci (125kW/170PS)
      • 325 Ci (141kW/192PS)
      • 318 Ci (105kW/143PS)
      • 318 Ci (110kW/150PS)
    • 3 Compact (E46)
      • 316 ti (85kW/115PS)
      • 325 ti (141kW/192PS)
      • 318 ti (105kW/143PS)
      • 316 ti (85kW/115PS)
    • Z4 Roadster (E85)
      • 3.0 i (170kW/231PS)
      • 2.5 i (141kW/192PS)
      • 2.2 i (125kW/170PS)
      • 2.0 i (110kW/150PS)
    • X5 (E53)
      • 3.0 i (170kW/231PS)
    • 5 (E60)
      • 520 i (125kW/170PS)
      • 530 i (170kW/231PS)
      • 525 i (141kW/192PS)
      • 520 i (125kW/170PS)
      • 520 i (120kW/163PS)
      • 520 i (115kW/156PS)
    • 5 Touring (E61)
      • 525 i (141kW/192PS)
      • 520 i (125kW/170PS)
      • 520 i (120kW/163PS)
    • X3 (E83)
      • 3.0 i xDrive (170kW/231PS)
      • 2.5 i (141kW/192PS)
      • 2.0 i (110kW/150PS)
      • xDrive 20 i (110kW/150PS)
    • 1 (E81)
      • 116 i (85kW/115PS)
      • 118 i (105kW/143PS)
      • 120 i (125kW/170PS)
      • 116 i (90kW/122PS)
      • 120 i (115kW/156PS)
      • 116 i (90kW/122PS)
      • 120 i (120kW/163PS)
    • 7 (E65, E66, E67)
      • 730 i, Li (170kW/231PS)
    • 3 (E90)
      • 320 i (110kW/150PS)
      • 318 i (95kW/129PS)
      • 320 si (127kW/173PS)
      • 318 i (105kW/143PS)
      • 320 i (125kW/170PS)
      • 316 i (85kW/115PS)
      • 316 i (90kW/122PS)
    • 1 Coupe (E82)
      • 123 d (150kW/204PS)
      • 120 i (125kW/170PS)
    • 1 Kabriolets (E88)
      • 120 i (125kW/170PS)
      • 118 i (105kW/143PS)
      • 123 d (150kW/204PS)
      • 120 i (115kW/156PS)
    • X1 (E84)
      • sDrive 18 i (110kW/150PS)
    • 1 (E87)
      • 116 i (85kW/115PS)
      • 116 i (90kW/122PS)
      • 118 i (95kW/129PS)
      • 118 i (105kW/143PS)
      • 120 i (110kW/150PS)
      • 120 i (115kW/156PS)
      • 120 i (120kW/163PS)
      • 120 i (125kW/170PS)
      • 118 d (90kW/122PS)
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