BMW 325i Cabrio (E93)
BMW 3 series 2010 3.0 petrol description
Cabrio BMW 325i Cabrio has been produced from January, 2010 to January, 2013. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 218 horsepower on 6100 rpm and torque 270 Nm (Newton metres) on 2400 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 without turbocharger. The engine meets the Euro 5 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 270 000 to 450 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
Engine is relatively reliable. Most problems relate to the fuel injection system, spark plugs ...
This BMW 3 series 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.
BMW 325i Cabrio has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
BMW 325i Cabrio accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 243 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this BMW 325i Cabrio in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 7.9 litres per 100km (12.7 km/l), city fuel economy - 10.6 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 63 litres or 16.64 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 780 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1000 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this BMW real everyday fuel consumption is 9.6 litres per 100 km, which is 22% 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.
BMW 325i Cabrio technical data
| Model: | BMW 325i Cabrio | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Cabrio | ||
| Production period: | 2010. January ... 2013. January | ||
| Engine: | 2996 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 185 g/km |
| Power: | 218 HP ON 6100 RPM | Torque: | 270 NM ON 2400 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Maximum speed: | 243 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.1 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.9 (combined) 10.6 (urban) 6.3 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 9.6 l/100km (24.5 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 63 litres (16.6 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.61m (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: | 2115 kg | ||
BMW 325i Cabrio engine N53B30 UL
Engine reliability and common problems:
Engine is relatively reliable. Most problems relate 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. Otherwise the engine is considered to be of fair quality and 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 | 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 325i Cabrio oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) More service info |
| Coolant capacity | 8.5 litres (9 quarts) |
| Power | 204 - 218 HP ON 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 270 NM ON 2400 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2007 |
| Duration of production | 6 years |
| Engine also used on | BMW 5 sērija |
All BMW 3 series cabrio [2010 - 2013] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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BMW 318i
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 143 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| BMW 320i Cabrio Mar 2010 — Jan 2013 | 2.0 Petrol | 170 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| BMW 320i Cabrio Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 | 2.0 Petrol | 170 HP | 7.3 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
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BMW 320d Cabrio
Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.0 Diesel | 184 HP | 5.1 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| BMW 320d Cabrio Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 | 2.0 Diesel | 184 HP | 5.6 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
| BMW 325i Cabrio Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 | 3.0 Petrol | 218 HP | 7.5 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| BMW 325i Cabrio Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 | 3.0 Petrol | 218 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
| BMW 330i Cabrio Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 | 3.0 Petrol | 272 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| BMW 330i Cabrio Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 | 3.0 Petrol | 272 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
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BMW 335i Cabrio
Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 Most powerfull petrol version (306 HP) |
3.0 Petrol | 306 HP | 8.8 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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BMW 335i Cabrio
Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.7 seconds |
3.0 Petrol | 306 HP | 8.8 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
| BMW 325d Cabrio Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 | 3.0 Diesel | 204 HP | 6.1 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| BMW 325d Cabrio Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 | 3.0 Diesel | 204 HP | 6.4 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
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BMW 330d Cabrio
Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 Most powerfull diesel version (245 HP) |
3.0 Diesel | 245 HP | 6.1 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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BMW 330d Cabrio
Jan 2010 — Jan 2013 Most powerfull diesel version (245 HP) |
3.0 Diesel | 245 HP | 6.4 l/100km | Automatic (6) |