BMW X5 2003 3.0i (E53)
BMW X5 2003 3.0 petrol description
Crossover / SUV BMW X5 2003 3.0i has been produced from October, 2003 to January, 2007. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 231 horsepower on 5900 rpm and torque 300 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 290 000 and 490 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
This BMW X5 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 6.5 litres.
BMW X5 2003 3.0i has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
BMW X5 2003 3.0i accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 210 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the BMW X5 2003 3.0i fuel consumption is 13 litres per 100km (7.7 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 18 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 9.7 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 93 litres or 24.57 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 700 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 940 kilometers on highway.
BMW X5 safety
During safety testing BMW X5 has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of BMW X5 is evaluated with five stars, and for pedestrian protection BMW X5 got one star.
BMW X5 2003 3.0i technical data
| Model: | BMW X5 3.0i | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Crossover / SUV | ||
| Production period: | 2003. October ... 2007. January | ||
| Engine: | 2979 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 307 g/km |
| Power: | 231 HP ON 5900 RPM | Torque: | 300 NM ON 3500 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
| Top speed: | 210 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.3 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 13.0 (combined) 18.0 (urban) 9.7 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 93 litres (24.6 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.67m (length) 1.87m (width) 1.72m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 12 meters | ||
| Ground clearance: | 203 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
| Seats: | 5 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 465 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 1550 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 2595 kg | ||
BMW X5 2003 3.0i engine M54B30
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 290,000 to 490,000 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. 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 X5 2003 3.0i oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 6.5 litres (6.9 quarts) More service info |
| Coolant capacity | 10.5 litres (11.1 quarts) |
| Power | 231 HP ON 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 300 NM ON 3500 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2000 |
| Duration of production | 7 years |
| Engine also used on | BMW 5 sērija BMW 3 sērija BMW 7 sērija BMW X3 BMW Z4 and 2 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. |
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All BMW X5 crossover [2003 - 2007] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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BMW X5 2003 3.0i 4x4
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
3.0 Petrol | 231 HP | 13.0 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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BMW X5 2003 3.0i 4x4
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
3.0 Petrol | 231 HP | 13.0 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
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BMW X5 2003 3.0d 4x4
Oct 2003 — Dec 2006 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
3.0 Diesel | 218 HP | 8.6 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| BMW X5 2003 3.0d 4x4 | 3.0 Diesel | 218 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
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BMW X5 2003 4.4i 4x4
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
4.4 Petrol | 320 HP | 13.0 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
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BMW X5 2004 4.8is 4x4
Apr 2004 — Jan 2007 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.1 seconds |
4.8 Petrol | 360 HP | 14.0 l/100km | Automatic (6) |