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BMW 330d Automatic

General information

ModelBMW 330d Automatic
Year1998
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating57 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2926 ccm (178.54 cubic inches)
Fuel city driving11.1 litres/100 km (21.19 miles per gallon)
Fuel mixed driving8.0 litres/100 km (29.40 miles per gallon)
Fuel highway driving6.2 litres/100 km (37.94 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2926 ccm (178.54 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power192.00 PS (141 kW or 189 HP) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Max torque400.02 Nm (40.8 kgf-m or 295.1 ft.lbs) at 1750 Rev. per min.
Compression18.0:1
Bore x stroke84.0 x 88.0 mm (3.3 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Valves per cylinder4
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed227.0 km/h (141.1 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)8.5 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1189 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4450 litres (1,176 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (413.4 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks, 325 mm
Rear brakesVentilated disks, 300 mm
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1615 kg (3,560.5 pounds)
Overall length4480 mm (176.4 inches)
Overall width1750 mm (68.9 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Wheelbase2730 mm (107.5 inches)
Fuel capacity63.0 litres (16.64 gallons)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions213.0 g/km
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