BMW 335i Cabrio (E93)

BMW 3 series 2007 3.0 petrol description

Cabrio BMW 335i Cabrio has been produced from March, 2007 to January, 2010. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 306 horsepower on 5800 rpm - this is the most powerfull BMW 3 sērija 2007 - 2010 version and torque 400 Nm (Newton metres) on 1300 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 BiTurbo 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. 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 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.

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

BMW 335i Cabrio fuel consumption is 9.9 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (10.1 km/l), city fuel economy - 14 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 7.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 63 litres or 16.64 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 620 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 860 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 11.3 litres per 100 km, which is 14% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real BMW 3 series fuel consumption.

With the same engine there is also BMW 3 series version with manual gearbox (BMW 335i Cabrio MT) available, which manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 9.9 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.5 litres per 100 km or 4 % - 10.8 litres per 100 km.
BMW 3 series 2007

BMW 335i Cabrio technical data

Model: BMW 335i Cabrio
Body style: Cabrio
Production period: 2007. March ... 2010. January 
Engine: 2979 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: 238 g/km
Power: 306 HP ON 5800 RPM Torque: 400 NM ON 1300 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic 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): 9.9 (combined) 14.0 (urban) 7.3 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 11.3 l/100km (20.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 63 litres (16.6 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.58m (length) 1.78m (width) 1.38m (height)
Turning diameter: 11 meters
Ground clearance: 138 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Trunk capacity: 210 litres
Trunk max capacity: 350 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 2180 kg

BMW 335i Cabrio engine N54B30 O0

Engine 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 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.

Fuel system Injection
BMW 335i Cabrio oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts)
Coolant capacity 8.4 litres (8.9 quarts)
Power 306 HP ON 5800 RPM
Torque 400 NM ON 1300 RPM
Start of production (year) 2006
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 2009 onwards.

Engine also used on BMW 5 sērija BMW X6 BMW Z4

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 [2007 - 2010] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
BMW 320i Cabrio Mar 2007 — Jan 2010 2.0 Petrol 156 HP 8.2 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW 320i Cabrio Mar 2007 — Jan 2010 2.0 Petrol 156 HP 8.2 l/100km Automatic (6)
BMW 320i

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.0 Petrol 170 HP 6.6 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW 320i 2.0 Petrol 170 HP 7.3 l/100km Automatic (6)
BMW 325i Cabrio Mar 2007 — Jan 2010 2.5 Petrol 218 HP 7.6 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW 325i Cabrio Mar 2007 — Jan 2010 2.5 Petrol 218 HP 7.8 l/100km Automatic (6)
BMW 330i Cabrio Mar 2007 — Jan 2010 3.0 Petrol 272 HP 7.7 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW 330i Cabrio Mar 2007 — Jan 2010 3.0 Petrol 272 HP 7.8 l/100km Automatic (6)
BMW 335i Cabrio Mar 2007 — Jan 2010

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.8 seconds

3.0 Petrol 306 HP 9.9 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW 335i Cabrio Mar 2007 — Jan 2010

Most powerfull petrol version (306 HP)

3.0 Petrol 306 HP 9.9 l/100km Automatic (6)
BMW 330d Cabrio Mar 2007 — Jan 2010 3.0 Diesel 231 HP 6.5 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW 330d Cabrio Mar 2007 — Jan 2010 3.0 Diesel 231 HP 6.9 l/100km Automatic (6)
BMW 330d Jan 2008 — Dec 2010

Most powerfull diesel version (245 HP)
Most fuel efficient diesel version

3.0 Diesel 245 HP 6.1 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW 330d Jan 2008 — Dec 2010

Most powerfull diesel version (245 HP)

3.0 Diesel 245 HP 6.4 l/100km Automatic (6)
BMW 3 series 2007 reviews
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