BMW 330d Cabrio (E93)

BMW 3 series 2010 3.0 diesel description

Cabrio BMW 330d Cabrio has been produced from January, 2010 to January, 2013. It has six-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 245 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 520 Nm (Newton metres) on 1750 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. The engine meets the Euro 5 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 270 000 and 450 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs 
This BMW 3 series 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.

BMW 330d Cabrio has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
BMW 330d Cabrio accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the BMW 330d Cabrio fuel consumption is 6.4 litres per 100km (15.6 km/l), city fuel economy - 8.2 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.4 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 61 litres or 16.12 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 940 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1120 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 7.7 litres per 100 km, which is 20% 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 outstanding rate 95 from 100, children safety: very good mark - 84 from 100, for pedestrian protection BMW 3 series got 78 points from 100.
BMW 3 series safety equipment has been rated as very good - 86 percents from 100.

With the same engine there is also BMW 3 series version with manual gearbox (BMW 330d Cabrio MT) available, which manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 5 % - 6.1 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.6 litres per 100 km or 8 % - 7.1 litres per 100 km.
BMW 3 series 3.0 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.
BMW 3 series 2010

BMW 330d Cabrio technical data

Model: BMW 330d Cabrio
Body style: Cabrio
Production period: 2010. January ... 2013. January 
Engine: 2993 cm3 Diesel, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: 170 g/km
Power: 245 HP ON 4000 RPM Torque: 520 NM ON 1750 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (6 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Top speed: 250 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 6.5 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 6.4 (combined) 8.2 (urban) 5.4 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 7.7 l/100km (30.5 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 61 litres (16.1 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.61m (length) 1.78m (width) 1.38m (height)
Turning diameter: 11 meters
Ground clearance: 138 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Trunk capacity: 210 litres
Trunk max capacity: 350 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 2195 kg

BMW 330d Cabrio engine N57D30

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 Cabrio oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) More service info
Coolant capacity 7.9 litres (8.4 quarts)
Power 204 - 245 HP ON 4000 RPM
Torque 430 - 540 NM ON 1750 RPM
Start of production (year) 2008
Duration of production 16 years

Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2011 onwards.

Engine also used on BMW 5 sērija BMW X5 BMW 7 sērija BMW X6

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 cabrio [2010 - 2013] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
BMW 318i

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.0 Petrol 143 HP 6.6 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW 320i Cabrio Mar 2010 — Jan 2013 2.0 Petrol 170 HP 6.8 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW 320i Cabrio Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 2.0 Petrol 170 HP 7.3 l/100km Automatic (6)
BMW 320d Cabrio Jan 2010 — Jan 2013

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 184 HP 5.1 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW 320d Cabrio Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 2.0 Diesel 184 HP 5.6 l/100km Automatic (6)
BMW 325i Cabrio Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 3.0 Petrol 218 HP 7.5 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW 325i Cabrio Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 3.0 Petrol 218 HP 7.9 l/100km Automatic (6)
BMW 330i Cabrio Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 3.0 Petrol 272 HP 7.8 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW 330i Cabrio Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 3.0 Petrol 272 HP 8.2 l/100km Automatic (6)
BMW 335i Cabrio Jan 2010 — Jan 2013

Most powerfull petrol version (306 HP)

3.0 Petrol 306 HP 8.8 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW 335i Cabrio Jan 2010 — Jan 2013

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.7 seconds

3.0 Petrol 306 HP 8.8 l/100km Automatic (6)
BMW 325d Cabrio Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 3.0 Diesel 204 HP 6.1 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW 325d Cabrio Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 3.0 Diesel 204 HP 6.4 l/100km Automatic (6)
BMW 330d Cabrio Jan 2010 — Jan 2013

Most powerfull diesel version (245 HP)

3.0 Diesel 245 HP 6.1 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW 330d Cabrio Jan 2010 — Jan 2013

Most powerfull diesel version (245 HP)

3.0 Diesel 245 HP 6.4 l/100km Automatic (6)
BMW 3 series 2010 reviews
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