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BMW 330i Automatic

General information

ModelBMW 330i Automatic
Year2008
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating62.4 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
Fuel mixed driving9.1 litres/100 km (25.85 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed
Airbags6. 0

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2979 ccm (181.78 cubic inches)
Max power231.00 PS (170 kW or 228 HP) at 5900 Rev. per min.
Max torque300.00 Nm (30.6 kgf-m or 221.3 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Compression10.2:1
Bore x stroke84.1 x 89.6 mm (3.3 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemIndirect injection, multi point
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)6.5 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1535 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space2803 litres (741 gallons)
Cargo space440 litres (116 gallons)
Optional cargo space440 litres (116 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3
Climate controlClimate control

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering
Turn circle11 m (425.2 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionMulitlink

Dimensions and weight

Weight1505 kg (3,318.0 pounds)
Max weight with load1930 kg (4,254.9 pounds)
Towing weight1700 kg (3,747.9 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 emissions276.0 g/km
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