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BMW 330 Berline

General information

ModelBMW 330 Berline
Year2005
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating62.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2979 ccm (181.78 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
Airbags6

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2979 ccm (181.78 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power257.50 PS (189 kW or 254 HP) at 6600 Rev. per min.
Max torque300.00 Nm (30.6 kgf-m or 221.3 ft.lbs) at 2500 Rev. per min.
Compression10.7:1
Bore x stroke85.0 x 88.0 mm (3.3 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemProgrammed fuel injection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1689 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space5010 litres (1,324 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Dimensions and weight

Weight1525 kg (3,362.0 pounds)
Overall length4530 mm (178.3 inches)
Overall width1820 mm (71.7 inches)
Overall height1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Wheelbase2770 mm (109.1 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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