BMW 330i Coupe (E92)

BMW 3 series 2006 3.0 petrol description

Coupe BMW 330i Coupe has been produced from September, 2006 to January, 2010. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 272 horsepower on 6650 rpm and torque 315 Nm (Newton metres) on 2750 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, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 5 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 220 up to 370 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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Relatively reliable engine. Most of the problems are related to the fuel injection system,  ...  This BMW 3 series 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.

BMW 330i Coupe has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
BMW 330i Coupe accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.

BMW 330i Coupe fuel consumption is 7.2 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (13.9 km/l), city fuel economy - 9.9 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 63 litres or 16.64 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 860 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1120 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 9.1 litres per 100 km, which is 26% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 3 series fuel consumption.

With the same engine there are also three other BMW 3 series versions - with automatic gearbox (BMW 330i Coupe AT), and with four wheel (4x4) drive and manual gearbox (BMW 330xi Coupe MT 4x4), and with four wheel (4x4) drive and automatic gearbox (BMW 330xi Coupe AT 4x4) available:
  • BMW 330i Coupe AT manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 7.2 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 1.7 litres per 100 km or 19 % - 10.8 litres per 100 km
  • BMW 330xi Coupe MT 4x4 manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.8 litres per 100 km or 11 % - 8.0 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 1 litres per 100 km or 11 % - 10.1 litres per 100 km
  • BMW 330xi Coupe AT 4x4 is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 0.7 seconds later (in 6.7 seconds), moreover, it is less economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.8 litres per 100 km or 11 % - 8.0 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 1.7 litres per 100 km or 19 % - 10.8 litres per 100 km
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BMW 3 series 2006

BMW 330i Coupe technical data

Model: BMW 330i Coupe
Body style: Coupe
Production period: 2006. September ... 2010. January 
Engine: 2996 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: 173 g/km
Power: 272 HP ON 6650 RPM Torque: 315 NM ON 2750 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (6 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Top speed: 250 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 6.0 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.2 (combined) 9.9 (urban) 5.6 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 9.1 l/100km (25.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 63 litres (16.6 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.58m (length) 1.78m (width) 1.40m (height)
Turning diameter: 11 meters
Ground clearance: 143 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Trunk capacity: 440 litres
Gross weight: 1950 kg

BMW 330i Coupe engine N53B30 OL

Engine reliability and common problems:

Relatively reliable engine. Most of the problems are related to the fuel injection system, spark plugs and coils, and the Vanos phase control system. Problems with the high-pressure fuel pump were common in early model years. In all other respects, the engine is considered to be of fair quality and reliability.
Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 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 2996 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 85 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 88 mm
Compression ratio 12 : 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 120,000 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 330i Coupe oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) More service info
Coolant capacity 8.2 litres (8.7 quarts)
Power 258 - 272 HP ON 6650 RPM
Torque 310 - 320 NM ON 2750 RPM
Start of production (year) 2006
Duration of production 7 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 2009 onwards.

Engine also used on BMW 5 sērija BMW 6 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 coupe [2006 - 2010] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
BMW 320i Jan 2007 — Dec 2010 2.0 Petrol 156 HP 7.9 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 320i Coupe Mar 2007 — Jan 2010

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.0 Petrol 170 HP 6.3 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 320i Coupe Mar 2007 — Jan 2010 2.0 Petrol 170 HP 6.4 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 320d Coupe Mar 2007 — Jan 2010

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 177 HP 4.8 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 320d Coupe Mar 2007 — Jan 2010 2.0 Diesel 177 HP 5.5 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 325i Coupe Sep 2006 — Sep 2007 2.5 Petrol 218 HP 7.1 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 325i Coupe Sep 2007 — Jan 2010 2.5 Petrol 218 HP 7.1 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 325i Coupe Sep 2006 — Sep 2007 2.5 Petrol 218 HP 9.0 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 325i Coupe Sep 2007 — Jan 2010 2.5 Petrol 218 HP 7.1 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 325xi Coupe 4x4 Sep 2006 — Sep 2007 2.5 Petrol 218 HP 9.2 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
BMW 325xi Coupe 4x4 Sep 2007 — Jan 2010 2.5 Petrol 218 HP 7.9 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
BMW 325xi Coupe 4x4 Sep 2006 — Sep 2007 2.5 Petrol 218 HP 9.9 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel
BMW 325xi Coupe 4x4 Sep 2007 — Jan 2010 2.5 Petrol 218 HP 7.9 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel
BMW 325i Jan 2007 — Dec 2010 3.0 Petrol 218 HP 7.2 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 325i Jan 2007 — Dec 2010 3.0 Petrol 218 HP 7.4 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 325i 4x4 Jan 2007 — Dec 2010 3.0 Petrol 218 HP 8.1 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
BMW 325i 4x4 Jan 2007 — Dec 2010 3.0 Petrol 218 HP 8.2 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel
BMW 330i Coupe Sep 2006 — Jan 2010 3.0 Petrol 272 HP 7.2 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 330i Coupe Sep 2006 — Jan 2010 3.0 Petrol 272 HP 7.2 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 330xi Coupe 4x4 Sep 2006 — Jan 2010 3.0 Petrol 272 HP 8.0 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
BMW 330xi Coupe 4x4 Sep 2006 — Jan 2010 3.0 Petrol 272 HP 8.0 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel
BMW 335i Coupe Sep 2006 — Jan 2010 3.0 Petrol 306 HP 9.1 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 335i Coupe Sep 2006 — Jan 2010 3.0 Petrol 306 HP 9.2 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 335xi Coupe 4x4 Sep 2007 — Jan 2010

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.4 seconds

3.0 Petrol 306 HP 9.7 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
BMW 335xi Coupe 4x4 Sep 2007 — Jan 2010 3.0 Petrol 306 HP 9.7 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel
BMW 325d Coupe Mar 2007 — Jan 2010 3.0 Diesel 197 HP 4.9 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 325d Coupe Mar 2007 — Jan 2010 3.0 Diesel 197 HP 6.9 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 330d Coupe Sep 2006 — Sep 2008 3.0 Diesel 231 HP 6.1 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 330d Coupe Sep 2006 — Sep 2008 3.0 Diesel 231 HP 6.6 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 330xd Coupe 4x4 Sep 2006 — Sep 2008 3.0 Diesel 231 HP 6.8 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
BMW 330xd Coupe 4x4 Sep 2006 — Sep 2008 3.0 Diesel 231 HP 7.2 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel
BMW 330d Coupe Sep 2008 — Jan 2010 3.0 Diesel 245 HP 5.7 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
BMW 330d Coupe Sep 2008 — Jan 2010 3.0 Diesel 245 HP 6.2 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 330xd Coupe 4x4 Sep 2008 — Jan 2010 3.0 Diesel 245 HP 6.5 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
BMW 330xd Coupe 4x4 Sep 2008 — Jan 2010 3.0 Diesel 245 HP 6.8 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel
BMW 335d Coupe Sep 2006 — Jan 2010

Most powerfull diesel version (286 HP)

3.0 Diesel 286 HP 6.7 l/100km Automatic (6) Rear wheel
BMW 3 series 2006 reviews
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