BMW 330i xDrive (Touring F31)

BMW 3 series 2015 2.0 petrol description

Estate car / wagon BMW 330i xDrive has been produced from January, 2015 to January, 2018. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 252 horsepower on 5200 rpm - this is the most powerfull BMW 3 sērija 2015 - 2018 version and torque 350 Nm (Newton metres) on 1450 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. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 200 000 to 340 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
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 xDrive has AWD (all wheel drive) (power is automatically distributed between the wheel axles) and automatic gearbox with 8 gears. BMW xDrive is a proactive all-wheel drive system without a center differential that engages before the vehicle becomes destabilized, unnoticed by the driver. Torque is distributed between the axles by an electronically controlled multi-plate clutch in the transfer case. The clutch is partially locked at most times, distributing power to both axles in a 40/60 front/rear ratio, but the system is capable of sending 100% of the torque to either axle. At higher speeds or when parking, multi-plate clutch is disengaged and all power is transferred to the rear wheels. DSC system (Dynamic Stability Control) also brakes the wheels separately to regain traction and assist in cornering.
BMW 330i xDrive accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this BMW 330i xDrive in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 6.2 litres per 100km (16.1 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 7.8 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 5.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 60 litres or 15.85 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 960 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 9 litres per 100 km, which is 45% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 3 series fuel consumption.

With the same engine there are also two other BMW 3 series versions - with rear wheel drive and manual gearbox (BMW 330i MT), and with rear wheel drive and automatic gearbox (BMW 330i AT) available:
  • BMW 330i MT manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.2 litres per 100 km or 3 % - 6.4 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 1.2 litres per 100 km or 13 % - 7.8 litres per 100 km
  • BMW 330i AT manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.4 litres per 100 km or 6 % - 5.8 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.7 litres per 100 km or 8 % - 8.3 litres per 100 km
BMW 3 series 2015

BMW 330i xDrive technical data

Model: BMW 330i xDrive
Body style: Estate car / wagon
Production period: 2015. January ... 2018. January 
Engine: 1998 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 144 g/km
Power: 252 HP ON 5200 RPM Torque: 350 NM ON 1450 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (8 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Maximum speed: 250 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 6.0 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 6.2 (combined) 7.8 (urban) 5.2 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 9 l/100km (26.1 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 60 litres (15.9 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.63m (length) 1.81m (width) 1.43m (height)
Turning diameter: 11.3 meters
Trunk capacity: 495 litres
Gross weight: 2180 kg

BMW 330i xDrive engine B48B20O0

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
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 xDrive oil type 0W-30, 5W-30, 0W-20
Oil capacity 5.3 litres (5.6 quarts)
Power 252 HP ON 5200 RPM
Torque 350 NM ON 1450 RPM
Start of production (year) 2014
Duration of production 10 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.

Engine also used on BMW 5 sērija BMW 1 sērija BMW X3 BMW 2 sērija and 3 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 3 series estate car [2015 - 2018] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
BMW 318i

Most fuel efficient version by real consumption

1.5 Petrol 136 HP 5.4 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 318i

Most fuel efficient version

1.5 Petrol 136 HP 5.3 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 320i 2.0 Petrol 184 HP 5.9 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 320i 2.0 Petrol 184 HP 5.5 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 320i xDrive 4x4 2.0 Petrol 184 HP 6.8 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
BMW 320i xDrive 4x4 2.0 Petrol 184 HP 6.1 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 330i 2.0 Petrol 252 HP 6.4 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 330i

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.9 seconds

2.0 Petrol 252 HP 5.8 l/100km Automatic (8) Rear wheel
BMW 330i xDrive 4x4 2.0 Petrol 252 HP 6.2 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
BMW 3 series 2015 reviews
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