BMW 330i (G20)
BMW 3 series 2018 2.0 petrol description
Sedan BMW 330i is being produced from January, 2018. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 258 horsepower on 5000 rpm and torque 400 Nm (Newton metres) on 1550 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and MHI TD04LR6W turbine. The engine meets the Euro 6 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 200 up to 340 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This BMW 3 series 2.0 engine oil type is 0W-30, 5W-30, 0W-20 and oil capacity is 5.3 litres.
BMW 330i has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears.
BMW 330i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 5.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
BMW 330i fuel consumption is 6.1 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (16.4 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 7.7 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 5.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 59 litres or 15.59 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 960 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 8.3 litres per 100 km, which is 36% 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 97 from 100, children safety: very good mark - 87 from 100, for pedestrian protection BMW 3 series got 87 points from 100.
BMW 3 series safety equipment has been rated as good - 76 percents from 100.

BMW 330i technical data
Model: | BMW 330i | ||
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Body style: | Sedan | ||
Production period: | 2018. January | ||
Engine: | 1998 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 146 g/km |
Power: | 258 HP ON 5000 RPM | Torque: | 400 NM ON 1550 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (8 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
Top speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.8 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.1 (combined) 7.7 (urban) 5.2 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 8.3 l/100km (28.3 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 59 litres (15.6 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.71m (length) 1.83m (width) 1.44m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 11.4 meters | ||
Ground clearance: | 136 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
Trunk capacity: | 480 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 2060 kg |
BMW 330i engine B48B20O1
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 200,000 to 340,000 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 | 1998 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 82 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 94.6 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. |
Fuel system | Injection |
BMW 330i oil type | 0W-30, 5W-30, 0W-20 |
Oil capacity | 5.3 litres (5.6 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 9.8 litres (10.4 quarts) |
Power | 258 - 265 HP ON 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 NM ON 1550 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2014 |
Duration of production | 11 years |
Engine also used on | BMW 1 sērija BMW 6 sērija BMW Z4 |
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. |
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All BMW 3 series sedan [2018 modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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BMW 318i
Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
2.0 Petrol | 156 HP | - | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
BMW 320i | 2.0 Petrol | 184 HP | - | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
BMW 320i 4x4 | 2.0 Petrol | 184 HP | - | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
BMW 330i
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 258 HP | 6.1 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
BMW 330i xDrive 4x4 | 2.0 Petrol | 258 HP | 6.5 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
BMW 318d
Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
2.0 Diesel | 150 HP | - | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
BMW 318d | 2.0 Diesel | 150 HP | - | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
BMW 320d Jan 2018 — Dec 2020 | 2.0 Diesel | 190 HP | 4.7 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
BMW 320d
Jan 2018 — Dec 2020 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.0 Diesel | 190 HP | 4.5 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
BMW 320d xDrive 4x4 Jan 2018 — Dec 2020 | 2.0 Diesel | 190 HP | 4.8 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
BMW 330e | 2.0 Hybrid | 113 HP | - | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
BMW 320e Jan 2021 — | 2.0 Hybrid | 113 HP | - | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
BMW 330e 4x4 | 2.0 Hybrid | 113 HP | - | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
BMW M340i 4x4
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds |
3.0 Petrol | 374 HP | - | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
BMW M340i (382 Hp) Automatic
Most powerfull petrol version (382 HP) |
3.0 Petrol | 382 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
BMW M340i (382 Hp) xDrive Automatic 4x4
Most powerfull petrol version (382 HP) |
3.0 Petrol | 382 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Automatic (8) | All wheel |
BMW 330d
Jan 2019 — Dec 2020 Most powerfull diesel version (265 HP) |
3.0 Diesel | 265 HP | - | Automatic (8) | Rear wheel |
BMW 330d 4x4
Jan 2019 — Dec 2020 Most powerfull diesel version (265 HP) |
3.0 Diesel | 265 HP | - | Automatic (8) | All wheel |