BMW X5 2000 3.0i (E53)

BMW X5 2000 3.0 petrol description

Crossover / SUV BMW X5 2000 3.0i has been produced from May, 2000 to October, 2003. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 231 horsepower on 5900 rpm and torque 300 Nm (Newton metres) on 3500 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. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 290 000 and 490 000 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 X5 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.

BMW X5 2000 3.0i has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
BMW X5 2000 3.0i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 206 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the BMW X5 2000 3.0i fuel consumption is 13 litres per 100km (7.7 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 17 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 10 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 93 litres or 24.57 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 700 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 920 kilometers on highway.. More - Real BMW X5 fuel consumption.

With the same engine there is also BMW X5 version with automatic gearbox (BMW X5 2000 3.0i AT 4x4) available, which is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 0.3 seconds later (in 8.8 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 13.0 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 3.7 litres per 100 km or 35 % - 14.3 litres per 100 km.
BMW X5 3.0 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.
BMW X5 2000

BMW X5 2000 3.0i technical data

Model: BMW X5 3.0i
Body style: Crossover / SUV
Production period: 2000. May ... 2003. October 
Engine: 2979 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: 305 g/km
Power: 231 HP ON 5900 RPM Torque: 300 NM ON 3500 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Top speed: 206 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 8.5 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 13.0 (combined) 17.0 (urban) 10.0 (highway)
Fuel tank capacity: 93 litres (24.6 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.67m (length) 1.87m (width) 1.72m (height)
Turning diameter: 12 meters
Ground clearance: 187 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 465 litres
Trunk max capacity: 1550 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 2600 kg

BMW X5 2000 3.0i engine M54B30

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 290,000 to 490,000 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 2979 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 84 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 89.6 mm
Compression ratio 10.2 : 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 250,000 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 X5 2000 3.0i oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) More service info
Coolant capacity 10.5 litres (11.1 quarts)
Power 231 HP ON 5900 RPM
Torque 300 NM ON 3500 RPM
Start of production (year) 2000
Duration of production 7 years
Engine also used on BMW 5 sērija BMW 3 sērija BMW 7 sērija BMW X3 BMW Z4 and 2 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 X5 crossover [2000 - 2003] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
BMW X5 2001 2.9 3.0d 4x4 Jun 2001 — Oct 2003

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

2.9 Diesel 184 HP 9.7 l/100km Manual (5)
BMW X5 2001 2.9 3.0d 4x4 Sep 2001 — Oct 2003

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.9 Diesel 184 HP 9.6 l/100km Automatic (5)
BMW X5 2000 3.0i 4x4

Most fuel efficient petrol version

3.0 Petrol 231 HP 13.0 l/100km Manual (5)
BMW X5 2000 3.0i 4x4

Most fuel efficient petrol version

3.0 Petrol 231 HP 13.0 l/100km Automatic (5)
BMW X5 2000 4.4i 4x4 4.4 Petrol 286 HP 14.0 l/100km Automatic (5)
BMW X5 2002 4.6is 4x4 Apr 2002 — Oct 2003

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.5 seconds

4.6 Petrol 347 HP 15.0 l/100km Automatic (5)
BMW X5 2000 reviews
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