BMW 330i Touring (Touring E91)

BMW 3 series 2005 3.0 petrol description

Estate car / wagon BMW 330i Touring has been produced from September, 2007 to September, 2008. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 272 horsepower on 6700 rpm and torque 320 Nm (Newton metres) on 2750 revolutions per minute.

This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 5 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 220 000 and 370 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
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Relatively reliable engine. Most of the problems are related to the fuel injection system,  ...  This BMW 3 series 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.

BMW 330i Touring has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
BMW 330i Touring accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the BMW 330i Touring fuel consumption is 7.4 litres per 100km (13.5 km/l), city fuel economy - 10.1 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 63 litres or 16.64 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 840 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1080 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 10.4 litres per 100 km, which is 41% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 3 series fuel consumption.

BMW 3 series safety

During safety testing BMW 3 series has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of BMW 3 series is evaluated with five stars, children safety - with four stars, and for pedestrian protection BMW 3 series got one star.

With the same engine there are also three other BMW 3 series versions - with manual gearbox (BMW 330i Touring MT), and with four wheel (4x4) drive and manual gearbox (BMW 330xi Touring MT 4x4), and with four wheel (4x4) drive and automatic gearbox (BMW 330xi Touring AT 4x4) available:
  • BMW 330i Touring MT manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 7.3 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.5 litres per 100 km or 5 % - 9.9 litres per 100 km
  • BMW 330xi Touring MT 4x4 manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.7 litres per 100 km or 9 % - 8.1 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.5 litres per 100 km or 5 % - 9.9 litres per 100 km
  • BMW 330xi Touring AT 4x4 manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.7 litres per 100 km or 9 % - 8.1 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 1 litres per 100 km or 10 % - 11.4 litres per 100 km
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BMW 3 series 2005

BMW 330i Touring technical data

Model: BMW 330i Touring
Body style: Estate car / wagon
Production period: 2007. September ... 2008. September 
Engine: 2996 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: 178 g/km
Power: 272 HP ON 6700 RPM Torque: 320 NM ON 2750 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (6 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Top speed: 250 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 6.4 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.4 (combined) 10.1 (urban) 5.8 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 10.4 l/100km (22.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 63 litres (16.6 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.52m (length) 1.82m (width) 1.44m (height)
Turning diameter: 11 meters
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 460 litres
Trunk max capacity: 1385 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 2095 kg

BMW 330i Touring engine N53B30 OL

Engine reliability and common problems:

Relatively reliable engine. Most of the problems are related to the fuel injection system, spark plugs and coils, and the Vanos phase control system. Problems with the high-pressure fuel pump were common in early model years. In all other respects, the engine is considered to be of fair quality and reliability.
Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 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 2996 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 85 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 88 mm
Compression ratio 12 : 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 120,000 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 Injection
BMW 330i Touring oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) More service info
Power 258 - 272 HP ON 6700 RPM
Torque 310 - 320 NM ON 2750 RPM
Start of production (year) 2006
Duration of production 7 years
Engine also used on BMW 5 sērija BMW 6 sērija

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 estate car [2005 - 2008] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
BMW 318i Touring Jan 2006 — Sep 2007 2.0 Petrol 129 HP 7.6 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 318i Touring Jan 2006 — Sep 2007 2.0 Petrol 129 HP 8.1 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 318i Touring Sep 2007 — Sep 2008

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.0 Petrol 143 HP 6.0 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 318i Touring Sep 2007 — Sep 2008 2.0 Petrol 143 HP 6.5 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 320i Touring Sep 2005 — Sep 2007 2.0 Petrol 150 HP 7.6 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 320i Touring Sep 2005 — Sep 2007 2.0 Petrol 150 HP 8.1 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 320i Touring Sep 2007 — Sep 2008 2.0 Petrol 170 HP 6.2 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 320i Touring Sep 2007 — Sep 2008 2.0 Petrol 170 HP 6.7 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 318d Touring Jan 2006 — Sep 2007 2.0 Diesel 122 HP 5.8 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 318d Touring Sep 2007 — Sep 2008

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 143 HP 4.8 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 320d Touring Sep 2005 — Sep 2007 2.0 Diesel 163 HP 5.9 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 320d Touring Sep 2005 — Sep 2007 2.0 Diesel 163 HP 6.9 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 320d Touring Sep 2007 — Sep 2008

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

2.0 Diesel 177 HP 4.9 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 320d Touring Sep 2007 — Sep 2008 2.0 Diesel 177 HP 5.6 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 325i Touring Sep 2005 — Sep 2007 2.5 Petrol 218 HP 8.6 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 325i Touring Sep 2007 — Sep 2008 2.5 Petrol 218 HP 7.2 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 325i Touring Sep 2005 — Sep 2007 2.5 Petrol 218 HP 9.2 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 325i Touring Sep 2007 — Sep 2008 2.5 Petrol 218 HP 7.2 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 325xi Touring 4x4 Sep 2005 — Sep 2007 2.5 Petrol 218 HP 9.8 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
BMW 325xi Touring 4x4 Sep 2007 — Sep 2008 2.5 Petrol 218 HP 8.0 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
BMW 325xi Touring 4x4 Sep 2005 — Sep 2007 2.5 Petrol 218 HP 10.0 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel
BMW 325xi Touring 4x4 Sep 2007 — Sep 2008 2.5 Petrol 218 HP 8.0 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel
BMW 330i Touring Sep 2005 — Sep 2007 3.0 Petrol 258 HP 8.9 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 330i Touring Sep 2005 — Sep 2007 3.0 Petrol 258 HP 9.3 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 330xi Touring 4x4 Sep 2005 — Sep 2007 3.0 Petrol 258 HP 9.8 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
BMW 330xi Touring 4x4 Sep 2005 — Sep 2007 3.0 Petrol 258 HP 10.0 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel
BMW 330i Touring Sep 2007 — Sep 2008 3.0 Petrol 272 HP 7.3 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 330i Touring Sep 2007 — Sep 2008 3.0 Petrol 272 HP 7.4 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 330xi Touring 4x4 Sep 2007 — Sep 2008 3.0 Petrol 272 HP 8.1 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
BMW 330xi Touring 4x4 Sep 2007 — Sep 2008 3.0 Petrol 272 HP 8.1 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel
BMW 335i Touring Sep 2006 — Sep 2008 3.0 Petrol 306 HP 9.8 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 335i Touring Sep 2006 — Sep 2008 3.0 Petrol 306 HP 9.8 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 335xi Touring 4x4 Mar 2007 — Sep 2008

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.6 seconds

3.0 Petrol 306 HP 10.0 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
BMW 335xi Touring 4x4 Mar 2007 — Sep 2008 3.0 Petrol 306 HP 11.0 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel
BMW 325d Touring Sep 2006 — Sep 2008 3.0 Diesel 197 HP 6.0 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 325d Touring Sep 2006 — Sep 2008 3.0 Diesel 197 HP 6.5 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 330d Touring 3.0 Diesel 231 HP 6.2 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 330d Touring 3.0 Diesel 231 HP 6.7 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 330xd Touring 4x4 3.0 Diesel 231 HP 6.9 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
BMW 330xd Touring 4x4 3.0 Diesel 231 HP 7.3 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel
BMW 335d Touring Sep 2006 — Sep 2008

Most powerfull diesel version (286 HP)

3.0 Diesel 286 HP 6.8 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
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