BMW 3 Series Sedan (E46, facelift 2001) 330xi (231 Hp) Automatic Specs

BMW LogoBMW 3 Series Sedan (E46, facelift 2001) 330xi (231 Hp) Automatic has been in production since 2001 - 2005. Cars comes in Sedan body types and can be suited with Petrol (Gasoline) engine types with a volume of 3L liters, engines produces a power of 231 Hp. The overall dimensions of the car are 4471x1739x1434 mm, and the weight is from 1560 kg.

BMW 3 Series Sedan (E46, facelift 2001) 330xi (231 Hp) Automatic 2001 - 2005
BMW 3 Series Sedan (E46, facelift 2001) 330xi (231 Hp) Automatic 2001 - 2005
BMW 3 Series Sedan (E46, facelift 2001) 330xi (231 Hp) Automatic 2001 - 2005
BMW 3 Series Sedan (E46, facelift 2001) 330xi (231 Hp) Automatic 2001 - 2005
BMW 3 Series Sedan (E46, facelift 2001) 330xi (231 Hp) Automatic 2001 - 2005
BMW 3 Series Sedan (E46, facelift 2001) 330xi (231 Hp) Automatic 2001 - 2005
BMW 3 Series Sedan (E46, facelift 2001) 330xi (231 Hp) Automatic 2001 - 2005
BMW 3 Series Sedan (E46, facelift 2001) 330xi (231 Hp) Automatic 2001 - 2005
BMW 3 Series Sedan (E46, facelift 2001) 330xi (231 Hp) Automatic 2001 - 2005


General data

Generation3 Series Sedan (E46, facelift 2001)
Modification330xi (231 Hp) Automatic
Start of production2001 year
End of production2005 year
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Body typeSedan
Seats5
Doors4
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
ModelM54B30

Fuel consumption (economy), emissions

Fuel consumption - urban14.8 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - extra urban8.2 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - combined10.6 l/100 km
CO2 emissions257 g/km
Emission standardEuro 4

Performance specs

Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h (0 - 62 mph)7.4 sec
Maximum speed242 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio6.8 kg/Hp, 148.1 Hp/tonne

Engine technical data

Power231 Hp @ 5900 rpm.
Power per litre77.5 Hp/l
Torque300 Nm @ 3500 rpm.
Engine locationFront, Longitudinal
Engine displacement2979 cm3
Number of cylinders6
Position of cylindersInline
Cylinder Bore84 mm
Piston Stroke89.6 mm
Compression ratio10.2
Number of valves per cylinder4
Fuel SystemMulti-point indirect injection
Engine aspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainDOHC
Engine oil capacity6.2 l
Coolant8.4 l
PowerHydraulic Steering

Suspension and brakes specs

Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) permanently drives the four wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelAll wheel drive (4x4)
Number of Gears (automatic transmission)5
Front suspensionMcPherson
Rear suspensionWishbone, Trailing arm
Front brakesVentilated discs, 325 mm
Rear brakesVentilated discs, 320 mm
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Tires size225/45 R17
Wheel rims size8J x 17

Dimensions

Length4471 mm
Width1739 mm
Width1932 mm
Height1434 mm
Wheelbase2725 mm
Front track1471 mm
Rear (Back) track1483 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter)10.8 m

Weights, volume and space

Kerb Weight1560 kg
Max. weight2060 kg
Max load500 kg
Trunk (boot) space - minimum440 l
Fuel tank capacity63 l
Max. roof load75 kg
Permitted trailer load with brakes (8%)1800 kg
Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%)1700 kg
Permitted trailer load without brakes730 kg
Permitted towbar download75 kg