BMW 320Ci Cabrio (E46)

BMW 3 series 2003 2.2 petrol description

Cabrio BMW 320Ci Cabrio has been produced from March, 2003 to March, 2007. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.2 litres, which produces power of 170 horsepower on 6100 rpm and torque 210 Nm (Newton metres) on 3500 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, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 270 000 and 450 000 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 2.2 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.

BMW 320Ci Cabrio has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
BMW 320Ci Cabrio accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 222 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the BMW 320Ci Cabrio fuel consumption is 9.4 litres per 100km (10.6 km/l), city fuel economy - 13 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 7.4 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 63 litres or 16.64 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 660 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 840 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this BMW is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. 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 five stars, children safety - with four stars, and for pedestrian protection BMW 3 series got one star.

With the same engine there is also BMW 3 series version with automatic gearbox (BMW 320Ci Cabrio AT) available, which is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 0.9 seconds later (in 10 seconds), moreover, it is less economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.4 litres per 100 km or 4 % - 9.8 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.4 litres per 100 km or 4 % - 9.6 litres per 100 km.
BMW 3 series 2.2 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.
BMW 3 series 2003

BMW 320Ci Cabrio technical data

Model: BMW 320Ci Cabrio
Body style: Cabrio
Production period: 2003. March ... 2007. March 
Engine: 2171 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: 222 g/km
Power: 170 HP ON 6100 RPM Torque: 210 NM ON 3500 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Top speed: 222 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 9.1 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 9.4 (combined) 13.0 (urban) 7.4 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 9.2 l/100km (25.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 63 litres (16.6 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.49m (length) 1.76m (width) 1.37m (height)
Turning diameter: 10 meters
Trunk capacity: 260 litres
Trunk max capacity: 300 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 1960 kg

BMW 320Ci Cabrio engine M54B22

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 2171 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 80 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 72 mm
Compression ratio 10.7 : 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 250,000 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 320Ci Cabrio oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) More service info
Coolant capacity 8.4 litres (8.9 quarts)
Power 170 HP ON 6100 RPM
Torque 210 NM ON 3500 RPM
Start of production (year) 2000
Duration of production 7 years
Engine also used on BMW 5 sērija BMW Z4 BMW Z3

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 cabrio [2003 - 2007] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
BMW 318Ci Cabrio

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.0 Petrol 143 HP 7.8 l/100km Manual (5)
BMW 318Ci Cabrio 2.0 Petrol 143 HP 8.4 l/100km Automatic (5)
BMW 320Cd Cabrio Oct 2004 — Sep 2005

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

2.0 Diesel 150 HP 6.3 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW 320Cd Cabrio Oct 2004 — Sep 2005 2.0 Diesel 150 HP 6.3 l/100km Automatic (5)
BMW 320Ci Cabrio 2.2 Petrol 170 HP 9.4 l/100km Manual (5)
BMW 320Ci Cabrio 2.2 Petrol 170 HP 9.8 l/100km Automatic (5)
BMW 325Ci Cabrio 2.5 Petrol 192 HP 9.6 l/100km Manual (5)
BMW 325Ci Cabrio 2.5 Petrol 192 HP 9.9 l/100km Automatic (5)
BMW 330Ci Cabrio

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.9 seconds

3.0 Petrol 231 HP 9.6 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW 330Ci Cabrio

Most powerfull petrol version (231 HP)

3.0 Petrol 231 HP 10.0 l/100km Automatic (5)
BMW 3 series 2003 reviews
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