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Everything you need to know about specifications and performance - BMW 3 Series 2000 - 330Ci (225 Hp) Automatic (USA)

Full specifications and technical details 2000 BMW 3 Series Convertible (E46) 330Ci (225 Hp) Automatic (USA)

Overview:

What is the engine capacity of a BMW 3 Series 2000?
The engine capacity of the BMW 3 Series 2000 is 2979.

BMW 3 Series 2000 How many horsepower?
The engine power of the BMW 3 Series 2000 is 225 Hp @ 5900 rpm..

What is the BMW 3 Series 2000 engine?
BMW 3 Series 2000 engine is M54B30. (Click to see other cars using the same engine)

How much gasoline does a BMW 3 Series 2000 consume?
The BMW 3 Series 2000 consumes 10.2 liters of gasoline per 100 km

What is the recommended oil for a BMW 3 Series 2000 engine?
The recommended oil for a BMW 3 Series 2000 car engine is 5W-30.

What type of camshaft transmission system is used in a BMW 3 Series 2000 engine?
chain is used to transmit motion.

General:

Brand: BMW
Model: 3 Series
Generation: 3 Series Convertible (E46)
Modification (Engine): 330Ci (225 Hp) Automatic (USA)
Start of production: June, 2000
End of production: March, 2003
Powertrain Architecture: Internal Combustion Engine
Body type: Cabriolet
Seats: 4
Doors: 2

Engine:

Power: 225 hp @ 5900 rpm.
Power per litre: 75.5 hp/l
Torque: 290 nm @ 3500 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:M54B30
Engine displacement: 2979
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: 10.2:1
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: 14.9 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: 7.5 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: 10.2 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: 7.5 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: 7.5 sec
Maximum speed: 240 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio: 7.3 kg/Hp, 136.8 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio: 5.7 kg/Nm, 176.3 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: 7.1 sec

Space:

Kerb Weight (kg): 1645
Max. weight (kg): 1680
Max load (kg): 35
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: 1372 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, automatic 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

See also

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Last generation.
Its production began in 2008 until 2010

1994 BMW 3 Series Coupe (E36) 320i (150 Hp) Automatic thumb image

Other generation.
Its production began in 1994 until 1999

2000 BMW X5 (E53) 3.0i (231 Hp) thumb image

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Its production began in 2000 until 2003

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Its production began in 2003 until 2006

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