BMW 330d (F30)

BMW 3 series 2015 3.0 diesel description

Sedan BMW 330d has been produced from January, 2015 to December, 2018. It has six-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 258 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 560 Nm (Newton metres) on 1500 revolutions per minute.

This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system and single turbo turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 5 and Euro 6 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 270 000 to 450 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs 
This BMW 3 series 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.

BMW 330d has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears.
BMW 330d accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 5.6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this version of BMW 330d reported by owners in daily driving mode is 7.1 litres per 100km.

With the same engine there is also BMW 3 series version with four wheel (4x4) drive and automatic gearbox (BMW 330d AT 4x4) available, which is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.3 seconds faster (in 5.3 seconds).
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BMW 3 series 2015

BMW 330d technical data

Model: BMW 330d
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 2015. January ... 2018. December 
Engine: 2993 cm3 Diesel, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 258 HP ON 4000 RPM Torque: 560 NM ON 1500 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (8 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Maximum speed: 250 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 5.6 seconds
Fuel consumption: 7.1 l/100km (33.1 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 57 litres (15.1 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.63m (length) 1.81m (width) 1.43m (height)
Turning diameter: 11.3 meters
Ground clearance: 140 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Trunk capacity: 480 litres
Gross weight: 2090 kg

BMW 330d engine N57D30O1

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 2993 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 84 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 90 mm
Compression ratio 16.5 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain

Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.

More service info
Timing chain change interval 200,000 km (recommended)

Sometimes manufacturers do not specify timing chain replacement intervals and design chains for engine life. However, once the recommended change interval has been reached, it is recommended to periodically check the condition of the chain and to change the chain if excessive stretching is detected or if unusual noises from the engine or other symptoms occur.

Fuel system Common Rail

Common rail fuel injection provides more engine power, is quieter, more environmentally friendly and offers better fuel economy, but is more expensive to maintain and repair.

BMW 330d oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) More service info
Coolant capacity 7.2 litres (7.6 quarts)
Power 258 HP ON 4000 RPM
Torque 560 NM ON 1500 RPM
Start of production (year) 2008
Duration of production 16 years
Engine also used on BMW 5 sērija BMW 7 sērija BMW X3 BMW X6 and 3 other models

Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design.

All BMW 3 series sedan [2015 - 2018] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
BMW 318i Jan 2015 — Jan 2018

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

1.5 Petrol 136 HP 5.5 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 318i Jan 2015 — Jan 2018

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.5 Petrol 136 HP 5.4 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 320i Jan 2015 — Jan 2018 2.0 Petrol 184 HP 5.9 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 320i Jan 2015 — Jan 2018 2.0 Petrol 184 HP 5.8 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 320i 4x4 2.0 Petrol 184 HP - Manual (6) All wheel
BMW 320i xDrive 4x4 Jan 2015 — Jan 2018 2.0 Petrol 184 HP 5.8 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 330i xDrive 4x4 Jan 2015 — Jan 2018 2.0 Petrol 249 HP 6.2 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 330i 2.0 Petrol 252 HP - Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 330i 2.0 Petrol 252 HP - Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 316d 2.0 Diesel 116 HP - Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 316d

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

2.0 Diesel 116 HP - Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 318d 2.0 Diesel 150 HP - Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 318d 2.0 Diesel 150 HP - Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 318d 4x4 2.0 Diesel 150 HP - Manual (6) All wheel
BMW 320d

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

2.0 Diesel 163 HP - Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 320d

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

2.0 Diesel 163 HP - Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 320d 2.0 Diesel 190 HP - Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 320d 2.0 Diesel 190 HP - Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 320d Jan 2015 — Jan 2018

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 190 HP 4.4 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 320d 4x4 2.0 Diesel 190 HP - Manual (6) All wheel
BMW 320d xDrive 4x4 Jan 2015 — Jan 2018 2.0 Diesel 190 HP 4.7 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 325d Jan 2015 — Dec 2016 2.0 Diesel 218 HP - Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 325d Jan 2015 — Dec 2016 2.0 Diesel 218 HP - Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 325d Jan 2016 — Dec 2018 2.0 Diesel 224 HP - Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 325d Jan 2016 — Dec 2018 2.0 Diesel 224 HP - Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 340i 3.0 Petrol 326 HP - Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 340i 3.0 Petrol 326 HP - Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 340i 4x4 3.0 Petrol 326 HP - Manual (6) All wheel
BMW 340i xDrive 4x4 Jan 2015 — Jan 2018 3.0 Petrol 326 HP 7.3 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 330d 3.0 Diesel 258 HP - Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 330d 4x4 3.0 Diesel 258 HP - Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 335d 4x4

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds

3.0 Diesel 313 HP - Automatic (8) All wheel
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