BMW X3 2006 xDrive30i (E83)

BMW X3 2006 3.0 petrol description

Crossover / SUV BMW X3 2006 xDrive30i 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 without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 240 000 to 410 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
This BMW X3 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.

BMW X3 2006 xDrive30i has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
BMW X3 2006 xDrive30i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 210 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this BMW X3 2006 xDrive30i in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 10 litres per 100km (10 km/l), city fuel economy - 13.4 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 7.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 67 litres or 17.7 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 660 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 900 kilometers on highway.

BMW X3 safety

During safety testing BMW X3 has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of BMW X3 is evaluated with four stars, children safety - with four stars, and for pedestrian protection BMW X3 got one star.

With the same engine there is also BMW X3 version with automatic gearbox (BMW X3 2006 3.0 xDrive30i AT 4x4) available, which is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 0.3 seconds later (in 7.5 seconds), but more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 3 % - 9.7 litres per 100 km.
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BMW X3 2006

BMW X3 2006 xDrive30i technical data

Model: BMW X3 xDrive30i
Body style: Crossover / SUV
Production period: 2006. September ... 2010. January 
Engine: 2996 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: 243 g/km
Power: 272 HP ON 6650 RPM Torque: 315 NM ON 2750 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (6 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Maximum speed: 210 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 7.2 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 10.0 (combined) 13.4 (urban) 7.3 (highway)
Fuel tank capacity: 67 litres (17.7 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.57m (length) 1.85m (width) 1.67m (height)
Turning diameter: 12 meters
Ground clearance: 201 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Trunk capacity: 480 litres
Trunk max capacity: 1560 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 2260 kg

BMW X3 2006 xDrive30i engine N52B30

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 240,000 to 410,000 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 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 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 X3 2006 xDrive30i oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) More service info
Coolant capacity 10 litres (10.6 quarts)
Power 218 - 272 HP ON 6650 RPM
Torque 270 - 315 NM ON 2750 RPM
Start of production (year) 2004
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 2007 onwards.

Engine also used on BMW 5 sērija BMW 3 sērija BMW X5 BMW 7 sērija BMW 1 sērija and 4 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.

All BMW X3 crossover [2006 - 2010] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
BMW X3 2006 2.0 xDrive20i 4x4 Sep 2006 — Jan 2010

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.0 Petrol 150 HP 9.3 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW X3 2009 2.0 18d 4x4 Jan 2009 — Dec 2010

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 143 HP 6.2 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW X3 2006 2.0d 4x4 Sep 2006 — Sep 2007 2.0 Diesel 150 HP 7.2 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW X3 2007 2.0 xDrive20d 4x4 Sep 2007 — Jan 2010 2.0 Diesel 177 HP 6.5 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW X3 2007 2.0 xDrive20d 4x4 Sep 2007 — Jan 2010 2.0 Diesel 177 HP 6.7 l/100km Automatic (6)
BMW X3 2006 2.5 xDrive25i 4x4 Sep 2006 — Jan 2010

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.5 Petrol 218 HP 9.3 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW X3 2006 2.5 xDrive25i 4x4 Sep 2006 — Jan 2010 2.5 Petrol 218 HP 9.5 l/100km Automatic (6)
BMW X3 2006 3.0 xDrive30i 4x4 Sep 2006 — Jan 2010

Most powerfull petrol version (272 HP)

3.0 Petrol 272 HP 10.0 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW X3 2006 3.0 xDrive30i 4x4 Sep 2006 — Jan 2010

Most powerfull petrol version (272 HP)

3.0 Petrol 272 HP 9.7 l/100km Automatic (6)
BMW X3 2006 3.0 xDrive30d 4x4 Sep 2006 — Jan 2010 3.0 Diesel 218 HP 7.4 l/100km Manual (6)
BMW X3 2006 3.0 xDrive30d 4x4 Sep 2006 — Jan 2010 3.0 Diesel 218 HP 7.7 l/100km Automatic (6)
BMW X3 2006 3.0 xDrive35d 4x4 Sep 2006 — Jan 2010

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.6 seconds

3.0 Diesel 286 HP 7.8 l/100km Automatic (6)
BMW X3 2006 reviews
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