Everything you need to know about specifications and performance - BMW 3 Series 2003 - 330Ci (231 Hp)

Full specifications and technical details 2003 BMW 3 Series Convertible (E46, facelift 2001) 330Ci (231 Hp)

Overview:

What is the engine capacity of a BMW 3 Series 2003?
The engine capacity of the BMW 3 Series 2003 is 2979 cm.

BMW 3 Series 2003 How many horsepower?
The engine power of the BMW 3 Series 2003 is 231 Hp @ 5900 rpm..

What is the BMW 3 Series 2003 engine?
BMW 3 Series 2003 engine is M54B30. (Click to see other cars using the same engine)

How much gasoline does a BMW 3 Series 2003 consume?
The BMW 3 Series 2003 consumes 9.6 liters of gasoline per 100 km

What is the recommended oil for a BMW 3 Series 2003 engine?
The recommended oil for a BMW 3 Series 2003 car engine is 5W-30.

What type of camshaft transmission system is used in a BMW 3 Series 2003 engine?
chain is used to transmit motion.

General:

Brand: BMW

Model: 3 Series

Generation: 3 Series Convertible (E46, facelift 2001)

Modification (Engine): 330Ci (231 Hp)

Start of production: March, 2003

End of production: November, 2006

Powertrain Architecture: Internal Combustion Engine

Body type: Cabriolet

Seats: 4

Doors: 2

Engine:

Power: 231 hp @ 5900 rpm.

Power per litre: 77.5 hp/l

Torque: 300 nm @ 3500 rpm.

Engine Model/Code:M54B30

Engine displacement: 2979 cm

Number of cylinders: 6

Engine configuration: Inline

Number of valves per cylinder: 4

Fuel injection system: Multi-port manifold injection

Engine aspiration: Naturally aspirated Engine

Valvetrain: DOHC

Engine oil capacity: 6.5 l

Coolant: 8.4 l

Engine layout: Front, Longitudinal

Cylinder Bore: 84 mm

Piston Stroke: 89.6 mm

Compression ratio: 10.2

recommended engine oil: 5W-30

euro standards: EURO 3/4

engine lifespan (km): ~330 000

weight (kg): ~130

timing drive: chain

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Performance:

Fuel Type: Petrol (Gasoline)

Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: 13.4 l/100 km

Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: 7.3 l/100 km

Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: 9.6 l/100 km

Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: 6.9 sec

Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: 6.9 sec

Maximum speed: 247 km/h

Weight-to-power ratio: 7.2 kg/Hp, 139.2 Hp/tonne

Weight-to-torque ratio: 5.5 kg/Nm, 180.7 Nm/tonne

Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: 6.6 sec

Space:

Kerb Weight: 1660 kg

Max. weight: 2005 kg

Max load: 345 kg

Trunk (boot) space - maximum: 300 l

Trunk (boot) space - minimum: 260 l

Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): 1600 kg

Fuel tank capacity: 63 l

Permitted trailer load without brakes: 730 kg

Permitted towbar download: 75 kg

Permitted trailer load with brakes (8%): 1600 kg

dimensions:

Length: 4488 mm

Width: 1757 mm

Height: 1370 mm

wheelbase: 2725 mm

Front track: 1471 mm

Rear (Back) track: 1483 mm

Powertrain, Suspension and Brakes:

Drivetrain Architecture: The Internal combustion Engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.

Drive wheel: Rear wheel drive

Number of gears and type of gearbox: 5 gears, manual transmission

Front brakes: Ventilated discs

Rear brakes: Disc

Assisting systems: ABS (Anti-lock braking system)

Steering type: Steering rack and pinion

Power steering: Hydraulic Steering

Tires size: 225/45 R17

Wheel rims size: 8J x 17

Front suspension: Wishbone

Rear suspension: Coil Spring