BMW 330d Touring (Touring E46)

BMW 3 series 2001 2.9 diesel description

Estate car / wagon BMW 330d Touring has been produced from September, 2001 to March, 2003. It has six-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.9 litres, which produces power of 184 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 390 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 Garrett GT2556V turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 360 up to 600 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 2.9 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 6.75 litres.

BMW 330d Touring has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
BMW 330d Touring accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 225 km/h.

BMW 330d Touring fuel consumption is 8.1 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (12.3 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 11 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 63 litres or 16.64 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 760 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1000 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 8.4 litres per 100 km, which is 4% 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.

With the same engine there are also three other BMW 3 series versions - with manual gearbox (BMW 330d Touring MT), and with four wheel (4x4) drive and manual gearbox (BMW 330xd Touring MT 4x4), and with four wheel (4x4) drive and automatic gearbox (BMW 330xd Touring AT 4x4) available:
  • BMW 330d Touring MT is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.4 seconds faster (in 7.9 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 1.1 litres per 100 km or 14 % - 7.0 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 1.2 litres per 100 km or 14 % - 7.2 litres per 100 km
  • BMW 330xd Touring MT 4x4 is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 0.4 seconds later (in 8.7 seconds), but more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 4 % - 7.8 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 1.2 litres per 100 km or 14 % - 7.2 litres per 100 km
  • BMW 330xd Touring AT 4x4 is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 0.6 seconds later (in 8.9 seconds), moreover, it is less economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.8 litres per 100 km or 10 % - 8.9 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.9 litres per 100 km or 11 % - 9.3 litres per 100 km
BMW 3 series 2.9 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.
BMW 3 series 2001

BMW 330d Touring technical data

Model: BMW 330d Touring
Body style: Estate car / wagon
Production period: 2001. September ... 2003. March 
Engine: 2926 cm3 Diesel, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: 216 g/km
Power: 184 HP ON 4000 RPM Torque: 390 NM ON 1750 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Top speed: 225 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 8.3 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 8.1 (combined) 11.0 (urban) 6.3 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 8.4 l/100km (28 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
Gross weight: 2165 kg

BMW 330d Touring engine M57D30

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 360,000 to 600,000 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 2926 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 84 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 88 mm
Compression ratio 18 : 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 Touring oil type 5W-40
Oil capacity 6.75 litres (7.1 quarts) More service info
Power 184 - 193 HP ON 4000 RPM
Torque 390 - 410 NM ON 1750 RPM
Start of production (year) 1998
Duration of production 12 years
Engine also used on BMW 5 sērija BMW X5 BMW 7 sērija

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
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
BMW 3 series 2001 reviews
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