BMW 320d Touring (Touring E46)
BMW 3 series 2001 2.0 diesel description
Estate car / wagon BMW 320d Touring has been produced from September, 2001 to September, 2005. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 150 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 330 Nm (Newton metres) on 2000 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 and turbine. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 270 up to 450 thousand 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 2.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.2 litres.
BMW 320d Touring has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
BMW 320d Touring accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 208 km/h.
BMW 320d Touring fuel consumption is 7.1 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (14.1 km/l), city fuel economy - 9.9 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 63 litres or 16.64 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 880 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1140 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 7.8 litres per 100 km, which is 10% 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 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of BMW 3 series is evaluated with four stars, and for pedestrian protection BMW 3 series got one star.
- BMW 320d Touring MT manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 1.4 litres per 100 km or 20 % - 5.7 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 1.3 litres per 100 km or 17 % - 6.5 litres per 100 km
- BMW 320d Touring MT is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.3 seconds faster (in 9.2 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 1.2 litres per 100 km or 17 % - 5.9 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 1.4 litres per 100 km or 18 % - 6.4 litres per 100 km

BMW 320d Touring technical data
Model: | BMW 320d Touring | ||
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Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
Production period: | 2001. September ... 2005. September | ||
Engine: | 1995 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 190 g/km |
Power: | 150 HP ON 4000 RPM | Torque: | 330 NM ON 2000 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
Top speed: | 208 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.5 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.1 (combined) 9.9 (urban) 5.5 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 7.8 l/100km (30.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 63 litres (16.6 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.48m (length) 1.74m (width) 1.41m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10 meters | ||
Trunk capacity: | 435 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 1345 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 2025 kg |
BMW 320d Touring engine M47D20TU
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 | 1995 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 84 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 90 mm |
Compression ratio | 17 : 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 Touring oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 5.2 litres (5.5 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 9.3 litres (9.8 quarts) |
Power | 116 - 150 HP ON 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 - 330 NM ON 2000 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1998 |
Duration of production | 9 years |
Engine also used on | BMW 1 sērija BMW X3 |
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 [2001 - 2005] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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BMW 316i Touring
Mar 2002 — Sep 2005 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.8 Petrol | 116 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 316i Touring Mar 2002 — Sep 2005 | 1.8 Petrol | 116 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 318i Touring Sep 2001 — Sep 2005 | 2.0 Petrol | 143 HP | 7.4 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 318i Touring Sep 2001 — Sep 2005 | 2.0 Petrol | 143 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 318d Touring
Mar 2002 — Sep 2005 Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
2.0 Diesel | 115 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 318d
Jan 2003 — Dec 2005 Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
2.0 Diesel | 115 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 318d Jan 2003 — Dec 2005 | 2.0 Diesel | 115 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 318d Touring Mar 2003 — Sep 2005 | 2.0 Diesel | 115 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 320d Touring
Sep 2001 — Mar 2003 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.0 Diesel | 150 HP | 5.7 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 320d Touring Mar 2003 — Sep 2005 | 2.0 Diesel | 150 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
BMW 320d Touring Sep 2001 — Sep 2005 | 2.0 Diesel | 150 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 320i Touring Sep 2001 — Sep 2005 | 2.2 Petrol | 170 HP | 9.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 320i Touring Sep 2001 — Sep 2005 | 2.2 Petrol | 170 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 325i Touring Sep 2001 — Sep 2005 | 2.5 Petrol | 192 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 325i Touring Sep 2001 — Sep 2005 | 2.5 Petrol | 192 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 325xi Touring 4x4 Sep 2001 — Sep 2005 | 2.5 Petrol | 192 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
BMW 325xi Touring 4x4 Sep 2001 — Sep 2005 | 2.5 Petrol | 192 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
BMW 330d Touring Sep 2001 — Mar 2003 | 2.9 Diesel | 184 HP | 7.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 330d Touring Sep 2001 — Mar 2003 | 2.9 Diesel | 184 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 330xd Touring 4x4 Sep 2001 — Mar 2003 | 2.9 Diesel | 184 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
BMW 330xd Touring 4x4 Sep 2001 — Mar 2003 | 2.9 Diesel | 184 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
BMW 330i Touring
Sep 2001 — Mar 2003 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds |
3.0 Petrol | 231 HP | 9.3 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 330i Touring
Mar 2003 — Sep 2005 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds |
3.0 Petrol | 231 HP | 9.3 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
BMW 330i Touring Sep 2001 — Sep 2005 | 3.0 Petrol | 231 HP | 9.8 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 330xi Touring 4x4
Sep 2001 — Mar 2003 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds |
3.0 Petrol | 231 HP | 9.8 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
BMW 330xi Touring 4x4 Mar 2003 — Sep 2005 | 3.0 Petrol | 231 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
BMW 330xi Touring 4x4 Sep 2001 — Sep 2005 | 3.0 Petrol | 231 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |
BMW 330d Touring Mar 2003 — Sep 2005 | 3.0 Diesel | 204 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | Rear wheel |
BMW 330d Touring Mar 2003 — Sep 2005 | 3.0 Diesel | 204 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Rear wheel |
BMW 330xd Touring 4x4 Mar 2003 — Sep 2005 | 3.0 Diesel | 204 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
BMW 330xd Touring 4x4 Mar 2003 — Sep 2005 | 3.0 Diesel | 204 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) | All wheel |