BMW 320d (F30)
BMW 3 series 2015 2.0 diesel description
Sedan BMW 320d has been produced from January, 2015 to December, 2018. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 163 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 400 Nm (Newton metres) on 1750 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system without turbocharger. The engine meets the Euro 6 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 210 000 to 360 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
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Up to year 2015 engine construction has excessive axial clearance on the crankshaft, which ...
This BMW 3 series 2.0 engine oil type is 0W-30, 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5 litres.
BMW 320d has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
BMW 320d accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 225 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this version of BMW 320d reported by owners in daily driving mode is 5.4 litres per 100km.

BMW 320d technical data
Model: | BMW 320d | ||
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Body style: | Sedan | ||
Production period: | 2015. January ... 2018. December | ||
Engine: | 1995 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 163 HP ON 4000 RPM | Torque: | 400 NM ON 1750 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
Maximum speed: | 225 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.8 seconds |
Fuel consumption: | 5.4 l/100km (43.6 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: | 127 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
Trunk capacity: | 480 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 1980 kg |
BMW 320d engine B47
Up to year 2015 engine construction has excessive axial clearance on the crankshaft, which resulted in support bearing collapse. Problem was eliminated since 2015.Overall, this engine can last around 210,000 to 360,000 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 | 1995 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
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. |
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 320d oil type | 0W-30, 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 5 litres (5.3 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 7 litres (7.4 quarts) |
Power | 116 - 231 HP ON 4000 RPM |
Torque | 270 - 500 NM ON 1750 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2014 |
Duration of production | 11 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 2017 onwards. |
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All BMW 3 series sedan [2015 - 2018] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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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 | 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 |