BMW 335i (F30)

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BMW 3 series 2012 3.0 petrol description

Sedan BMW 335i has been produced from January, 2012 to January, 2015. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 306 horsepower on 5800 rpm and torque 400 Nm (Newton metres) on 1200 revolutions per minute.

This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and twinscroll turbine. The engine meets the Euro 5 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.
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Using poor quality oil on this engine will quickly lead to soot build-up, resulting in damage ... This BMW 3 series 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.

BMW 335i has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
BMW 335i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 5.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.

BMW 335i fuel consumption is 7.9 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (12.7 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 11.1 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6.1 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 60 litres or 15.85 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 740 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 980 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 10.3 litres per 100 km, which is 30% 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 95 from 100, children safety: very good mark - 84 from 100, for pedestrian protection BMW 3 series got 78 points from 100.
BMW 3 series safety equipment has been rated as very good - 86 percents from 100.

With the same engine there are also three other BMW 3 series versions - with automatic gearbox (BMW 335i AT), and with four wheel (4x4) drive and manual gearbox (BMW 335i MT 4x4), and with four wheel (4x4) drive and automatic gearbox (BMW 335i AT 4x4) available:

BMW 335i AT manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.7 litres per 100 km or 9 % - 7.2 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.6 litres per 100 km or 6 % - 9.7 litres per 100 km
BMW 335i MT 4x4 manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 4 % - 8.2 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 10.3 litres per 100 km
BMW 335i AT 4x4 is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.5 seconds faster (in 5 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 4 % - 7.6 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.6 litres per 100 km or 6 % - 9.7 litres per 100 km

BMW 3 series 3.0 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.

BMW 335i technical data

Model:	BMW 335i
Body style:	Sedan
Production period:	2012. January ... 2015. January
Engine:	2979 cm³ Petrol, 6 cylinders	CO2 emissions:	186 g/km
Power:	306 HP ON 5800 RPM	Torque:	400 NM ON 1200 RPM
Gearbox:	Manual gearbox (6 gears)	Drive type:	Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Top speed:	250 km/h	Acceleration 0-100 km/h:	5.5 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km):	7.9 (combined) 11.1 (urban) 6.1 (highway)
Real fuel consumption:	10.3 l/100km (22.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity:	60 litres (15.9 gallons)
Car dimensions:	4.62m (length) 1.81m (width) 1.43m (height)
Turning diameter:	11.3 meters
Ground clearance:	140 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Trunk capacity:	480 litres
Gross weight:	2060 kg

BMW 335i engine N55B30M0

Engine reliability and common problems:

Using poor quality oil on this engine will quickly lead to soot build-up, resulting in damage to the hydrocompensators, Vanos and Valvetronic systems.
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	2979 cm³
Number of cylinders	6
Bore (cylinder diameter)	84 mm
Stroke length (piston move)	89.6 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. More service info
Timing chain change interval	100,000 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	Injection
BMW 335i oil type	5W-30
Oil capacity	6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) More service info
Coolant capacity	7.2 litres (7.6 quarts)
Power	306 HP ON 5800 RPM
Torque	400 NM ON 1200 RPM
Start of production (year)	2009
Duration of production	9 years
Engine also used on	BMW 5 sērija BMW X5 BMW 1 sērija BMW X3 BMW X6 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.

Carmakers tend to use similar engines with different parameters for models available in different markets and time periods.

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All BMW 3 series sedan [2012 - 2015] modifications

Modification	Engine	Power	Consumption	Gearbox	Drive type
BMW 316i Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption	1.6 Petrol	136 HP	-	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 316i	1.6 Petrol	136 HP	-	Automatic ⁽⁸⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 320i Most fuel efficient petrol version	1.6 Petrol	170 HP	5.3 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 320i Jan 2012 — Jan 2015	2.0 Petrol	184 HP	-	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 320i Jan 2012 — Jan 2015	2.0 Petrol	184 HP	-	Automatic ⁽⁸⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 320i 4x4	2.0 Petrol	184 HP	6.8 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	All wheel
BMW 320i 4x4	2.0 Petrol	184 HP	-	Automatic ⁽⁸⁾	All wheel
BMW 328i Jan 2012 — Jan 2015	2.0 Petrol	245 HP	6.4 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 328i Jan 2012 — Jan 2015	2.0 Petrol	245 HP	6.3 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁸⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 328i 4x4	2.0 Petrol	245 HP	6.8 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	All wheel
BMW 328i 4x4	2.0 Petrol	245 HP	6.7 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁸⁾	All wheel
BMW 316d Jan 2012 — Jan 2015	2.0 Diesel	116 HP	-	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 316d Jan 2012 — Jan 2015	2.0 Diesel	116 HP	4.4 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁸⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 318d Jan 2012 — Jan 2015	2.0 Diesel	143 HP	-	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 318d Jan 2012 — Jan 2015	2.0 Diesel	143 HP	4.5 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁸⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 318d 4x4	2.0 Diesel	143 HP	4.8 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	All wheel
BMW 320d Jan 2012 — Jan 2015 Most fuel efficient diesel version	2.0 Diesel	163 HP	4.1 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 320d Jan 2012 — Jan 2015 Most fuel efficient diesel version	2.0 Diesel	163 HP	4.1 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁸⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 320d Jan 2012 — Jan 2015	2.0 Diesel	184 HP	4.5 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 320d Jan 2012 — Jan 2015	2.0 Diesel	184 HP	4.4 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁸⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 320d 4x4 Most fuel efficient diesel version	2.0 Diesel	184 HP	4.1 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	All wheel
BMW 320d 4x4	2.0 Diesel	184 HP	-	Automatic ⁽⁸⁾	All wheel
BMW 325d Jan 2013 — Dec 2015	2.0 Diesel	218 HP	4.9 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 335i Jan 2012 — Jan 2015	3.0 Petrol	306 HP	7.9 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 335i Jan 2012 — Jan 2015	3.0 Petrol	306 HP	7.2 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁸⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 335i 4x4	3.0 Petrol	306 HP	8.2 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	All wheel
BMW 335i 4x4	3.0 Petrol	306 HP	7.6 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁸⁾	All wheel
BMW 330d	3.0 Diesel	258 HP	4.9 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁸⁾	Rear wheel
BMW 330d 4x4	3.0 Diesel	258 HP	5.2 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁸⁾	All wheel
BMW 335d 4x4 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds	3.0 Diesel	313 HP	5.4 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁸⁾	All wheel

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