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BMW Serija 3 E46

1998–2005

Key specs
Power
116–231hp
85–170 kW
Fuel use
from 5.5l/100 km
0–100 km/h
7–11.3s
Engine
1.6–3.0l
petrol, diesel
Gearbox
Manual, Automatic
Drive
Rear-wheel, All-wheel (4x4)
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Engines and versions14

Petrol · 9
316i · 1998–2005Manual · Rear-wheel · 7 l/100 km · 10.9 s116hp85 kW
Max power
116 hp
Max torque
175 N·m
0–100 km/h
10.9 s
Top speed
200 km/h

Specifications

Years
1998–2005
Body type
Sedan
Doors
4
Seats
5

Engine

Fuel
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cm³
Max power
85 kW · 116 hp · at 5500 rpm
Max torque
175 N·m · at 3750 rpm
Cylinders
4 · Inline
Valves per cylinder
4
Forced induction
None (naturally aspirated)
Fuel system
Multipoint injection (MPI)
Compression ratio
10.2
Bore × stroke
84 × 81 mm
Engine code
N42B18
Fuel grade
AI-95

Transmission

Gearbox
Manual
Number of gears
5
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel

Performance

Combined
7 l/100 km
City
9.2 l/100 km
Highway
5.4 l/100 km
0–100 km/h
10.9 s
Top speed
200 km/h

Volume & weight

Curb weight
1,270 kg
Gross weight
1,850 kg
Trunk volume
440 l
Fuel tank
63 l

Suspension & brakes

Front suspension
Independent, McPherson
Rear suspension
Independent, multi-link
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Discs
Tyre size
195/65 R15
Front track width
1,481 mm
Rear track width
1,488 mm
Ground clearance
135 mm
Listings with this engine
316i · 2001–2004Manual · Rear-wheel · 7.3 l/100 km · 11.2 s2001–2004116hp85 kW
Max power
116 hp
0–100 km/h
11.2 s
Top speed
200 km/h

Specifications

Years
2001–2004
Body type
Sedan
Doors
4
Seats
5

Engine

Fuel
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cm³
Max power
85 kW · 116 hp

Transmission

Gearbox
Manual
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel

Performance

Combined
7.3 l/100 km
0–100 km/h
11.2 s
Top speed
200 km/h

Volume & weight

Curb weight
1,310 kg
Trunk volume
440 l
Fuel tank
63 l

Suspension & brakes

Ground clearance
130 mm
Listings with this engine
318iManual · Rear-wheel · 7.3 l/100 km · 9.3 s143hp105 kW
Max power
143 hp
Max torque
200 N·m
0–100 km/h
9.3 s
Top speed
214 km/h

Specifications

Years
1998–2005
Body type
Sedan
Doors
4
Seats
5

Engine

Fuel
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cm³
Max power
105 kW · 143 hp · at 6000 rpm
Max torque
200 N·m · at 3750 rpm
Cylinders
4 · Inline
Valves per cylinder
4
Forced induction
None (naturally aspirated)
Fuel system
Multipoint injection (MPI)
Compression ratio
10.5
Bore × stroke
84 × 90 mm
Engine code
N46B20
Fuel grade
AI-95

Transmission

Gearbox
Manual
Number of gears
5
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel

Performance

Combined
7.3 l/100 km
City
9.5 l/100 km
Highway
5.5 l/100 km
0–100 km/h
9.3 s
Top speed
214 km/h

Volume & weight

Curb weight
1,290 kg
Gross weight
1,875 kg
Trunk volume
440 l
Fuel tank
63 l

Suspension & brakes

Front suspension
Independent, McPherson
Rear suspension
Independent, multi-link
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Discs
Tyre size
195/65 R15
Front track width
1,481 mm
Rear track width
1,488 mm
Ground clearance
135 mm
Listings with this engine
318i CompactManual · Rear-wheel · 7.8 l/100 km · 9.9 s2001–2004143hp105 kW
Max power
143 hp
0–100 km/h
9.9 s
Top speed
213 km/h

Specifications

Years
2001–2004
Body type
Hatchback 3-door
Doors
3
Seats
5

Engine

Fuel
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cm³
Max power
105 kW · 143 hp

Transmission

Gearbox
Manual
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel

Performance

Combined
7.8 l/100 km
0–100 km/h
9.9 s
Top speed
213 km/h

Volume & weight

Curb weight
1,320 kg
Trunk volume
310 l
Fuel tank
63 l

Suspension & brakes

Ground clearance
130 mm
Listings with this engine
320iManual · Rear-wheel · 8.5 l/100 km · 8.9 s2000–2005170hp125 kW
Max power
170 hp
Max torque
210 N·m
0–100 km/h
8.9 s
Top speed
227 km/h

Specifications

Years
2000–2005
Body type
Sedan
Doors
4
Seats
5

Engine

Fuel
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cm³
Max power
125 kW · 170 hp · at 6250 rpm
Max torque
210 N·m · at 3500 rpm
Cylinders
6 · Inline
Valves per cylinder
4
Forced induction
None (naturally aspirated)
Fuel system
Multipoint injection (MPI)
Compression ratio
10.8
Bore × stroke
80 × 72 mm
Engine code
M54B22
Fuel grade
AI-95

Transmission

Gearbox
Manual
Number of gears
5
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel

Performance

Combined
8.5 l/100 km
City
12.4 l/100 km
Highway
6.4 l/100 km
0–100 km/h
8.9 s
Top speed
227 km/h

Volume & weight

Curb weight
1,395 kg
Gross weight
1,870 kg
Trunk volume
440 l
Fuel tank
63 l

Suspension & brakes

Front suspension
Independent, McPherson
Rear suspension
Independent, multi-link
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Discs
Tyre size
205/55 R16
Front track width
1,481 mm
Rear track width
1,488 mm
Ground clearance
130 mm
Listings with this engine
323iManual · Rear-wheel · 9.2 l/100 km · 8.3 s170hp125 kW
Max power
170 hp
0–100 km/h
8.3 s
Top speed
231 km/h

Specifications

Years
1998–2000
Body type
Sedan
Doors
4
Seats
5

Engine

Fuel
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cm³
Max power
125 kW · 170 hp

Transmission

Gearbox
Manual
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel

Performance

Combined
9.2 l/100 km
0–100 km/h
8.3 s
Top speed
231 km/h

Volume & weight

Curb weight
1,400 kg
Trunk volume
440 l
Fuel tank
63 l

Suspension & brakes

Ground clearance
130 mm
Listings with this engine
325iAutomatic · Rear-wheel · 9.6 l/100 km · 8.4 s2000–2005192hp141 kW
Max power
192 hp
Max torque
245 N·m
0–100 km/h
8.4 s
Top speed
234 km/h

Specifications

Years
2000–2005
Body type
Sedan
Doors
4
Seats
5

Engine

Fuel
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cm³
Max power
141 kW · 192 hp · at 6000 rpm
Max torque
245 N·m · at 3500 rpm
Cylinders
6 · Inline
Valves per cylinder
4
Forced induction
None (naturally aspirated)
Fuel system
Multipoint injection (MPI)
Compression ratio
10.5
Bore × stroke
84 × 75 mm
Engine code
M54B25
Fuel grade
AI-95

Transmission

Gearbox
Automatic
Number of gears
5
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel

Performance

Combined
9.6 l/100 km
City
13.9 l/100 km
Highway
7.1 l/100 km
0–100 km/h
8.4 s
Top speed
234 km/h

Volume & weight

Curb weight
1,450 kg
Gross weight
1,925 kg
Trunk volume
440 l
Fuel tank
63 l

Suspension & brakes

Front suspension
Independent, McPherson
Rear suspension
Independent, multi-link
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Discs
Tyre size
205/55 R16
Front track width
1,481 mm
Rear track width
1,488 mm
Ground clearance
130 mm
Listings with this engine
328iManual · Rear-wheel · 9.4 l/100 km · 7.2 s193hp142 kW
Max power
193 hp
0–100 km/h
7.2 s
Top speed
240 km/h

Specifications

Years
1998–2000
Body type
Sedan
Doors
4
Seats
5

Engine

Fuel
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cm³
Max power
142 kW · 193 hp

Transmission

Gearbox
Manual
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel

Performance

Combined
9.4 l/100 km
0–100 km/h
7.2 s
Top speed
240 km/h

Volume & weight

Curb weight
1,420 kg
Trunk volume
440 l
Fuel tank
63 l

Suspension & brakes

Ground clearance
130 mm
Listings with this engine
330iAutomatic · Rear-wheel · 9.9 l/100 km · 7 s2000–2005231hp170 kW
Max power
231 hp
Max torque
300 N·m
0–100 km/h
7 s
Top speed
250 km/h

Specifications

Years
2000–2005
Body type
Sedan
Doors
4
Seats
5

Engine

Fuel
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cm³
Max power
170 kW · 231 hp · at 5900 rpm
Max torque
300 N·m · at 3500 rpm
Cylinders
6 · Inline
Valves per cylinder
4
Forced induction
None (naturally aspirated)
Fuel system
Multipoint injection (MPI)
Compression ratio
10.2
Bore × stroke
84 × 89.6 mm
Engine code
M54B30
Fuel grade
AI-95

Transmission

Gearbox
Automatic
Number of gears
5
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel

Performance

Combined
9.9 l/100 km
City
14.2 l/100 km
Highway
7.2 l/100 km
0–100 km/h
7 s
Top speed
250 km/h

Volume & weight

Curb weight
1,495 kg
Gross weight
1,970 kg
Trunk volume
440 l
Fuel tank
63 l

Suspension & brakes

Front suspension
Independent, McPherson
Rear suspension
Independent, multi-link
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Discs
Tyre size
225/45 R17
Front track width
1,481 mm
Rear track width
1,488 mm
Ground clearance
130 mm
Listings with this engine
Diesel · 5
318dManual · Rear-wheel · 5.7 l/100 km · 11.3 s2001–2003116hp85 kW
Max power
116 hp
Max torque
265 N·m
0–100 km/h
11.3 s
Top speed
201 km/h

Specifications

Years
2001–2003
Body type
Sedan
Doors
4
Seats
5

Engine

Fuel
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cm³
Max power
85 kW · 116 hp · at 4000 rpm
Max torque
265 N·m · at 1750 rpm
Cylinders
4 · Inline
Valves per cylinder
4
Forced induction
Turbo
Fuel system
Common Rail
Compression ratio
17
Bore × stroke
84 × 90 mm
Engine code
M47D20
Fuel grade
Diesel

Transmission

Gearbox
Manual
Number of gears
5
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel

Performance

Combined
5.7 l/100 km
City
7.9 l/100 km
Highway
4.7 l/100 km
0–100 km/h
11.3 s
Top speed
201 km/h

Volume & weight

Curb weight
1,395 kg
Gross weight
1,890 kg
Trunk volume
440 l
Fuel tank
63 l

Suspension & brakes

Front suspension
Independent, McPherson
Rear suspension
Independent, multi-link
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Discs
Tyre size
195/65 R15
Front track width
1,481 mm
Rear track width
1,488 mm
Ground clearance
130 mm
Listings with this engine
320dManual · Rear-wheel · 5.5 l/100 km · 8.9 s150hp110 kW
Max power
150 hp
Max torque
330 N·m
0–100 km/h
8.9 s
Top speed
221 km/h

Specifications

Years
1998–2005
Body type
Sedan
Doors
4
Seats
5

Engine

Fuel
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cm³
Max power
110 kW · 150 hp · at 4000 rpm
Max torque
330 N·m · at 2000 rpm
Cylinders
4 · Inline
Valves per cylinder
4
Forced induction
Turbo
Fuel system
Common Rail
Compression ratio
17
Bore × stroke
84 × 88 mm
Engine code
M47TUD20
Fuel grade
Diesel

Transmission

Gearbox
Manual
Number of gears
6
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel

Performance

Combined
5.5 l/100 km
City
7.1 l/100 km
Highway
4.5 l/100 km
0–100 km/h
8.9 s
Top speed
221 km/h

Volume & weight

Curb weight
1,385 kg
Gross weight
1,935 kg
Trunk volume
440 l
Fuel tank
63 l

Suspension & brakes

Front suspension
Independent, McPherson
Rear suspension
Independent, multi-link
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Discs
Tyre size
195/65 R15
Front track width
1,481 mm
Rear track width
1,488 mm
Ground clearance
135 mm
Listings with this engine
320d TouringManual · Rear-wheel · 5.9 l/100 km · 9.3 s2001–2005150hp110 kW
Max power
150 hp
0–100 km/h
9.3 s
Top speed
216 km/h

Specifications

Years
2001–2005
Body type
Wagon
Doors
5
Seats
5

Engine

Fuel
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cm³
Max power
110 kW · 150 hp

Transmission

Gearbox
Manual
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel

Performance

Combined
5.9 l/100 km
0–100 km/h
9.3 s
Top speed
216 km/h

Volume & weight

Curb weight
1,470 kg
Trunk volume
435 l
Fuel tank
63 l

Suspension & brakes

Ground clearance
130 mm
Listings with this engine
330dAutomatic · Rear-wheel · 6.7 l/100 km · 8 s184hp135 kW
Max power
184 hp
Max torque
390 N·m
0–100 km/h
8 s
Top speed
226 km/h

Specifications

Years
1998–2005
Body type
Sedan
Doors
4
Seats
5

Engine

Fuel
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cm³
Max power
135 kW · 184 hp · at 4000 rpm
Max torque
390 N·m · at 1750 rpm
Cylinders
6 · Inline
Valves per cylinder
4
Forced induction
Turbo
Fuel system
Common Rail
Compression ratio
18
Bore × stroke
84 × 88 mm
Engine code
M57D30
Fuel grade
Diesel

Transmission

Gearbox
Automatic
Number of gears
5
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel

Performance

Combined
6.7 l/100 km
City
9 l/100 km
Highway
5.2 l/100 km
0–100 km/h
8 s
Top speed
226 km/h

Volume & weight

Curb weight
1,495 kg
Gross weight
2,050 kg
Trunk volume
440 l
Fuel tank
63 l

Suspension & brakes

Front suspension
Independent, McPherson
Rear suspension
Independent, multi-link
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Ventilated discs
Tyre size
205/55 R16
Front track width
1,481 mm
Rear track width
1,488 mm
Ground clearance
135 mm
Listings with this engine
330xdAutomatic · All-wheel (4x4) · 8.2 l/100 km · 7.7 s2003–2005204hp150 kW
Max power
204 hp
Max torque
410 N·m
0–100 km/h
7.7 s
Top speed
235 km/h

Specifications

Years
2003–2005
Body type
Sedan
Doors
4
Seats
5

Engine

Fuel
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cm³
Max power
150 kW · 204 hp · at 4000 rpm
Max torque
410 N·m · at 1750 rpm
Cylinders
6 · Inline
Valves per cylinder
4
Forced induction
Turbo
Fuel system
Common Rail
Compression ratio
17
Bore × stroke
84 × 88 mm
Engine code
M57D30
Fuel grade
Diesel

Transmission

Gearbox
Automatic
Number of gears
5
Drivetrain
All-wheel (4x4)

Performance

Combined
8.2 l/100 km
City
11.2 l/100 km
Highway
6.4 l/100 km
0–100 km/h
7.7 s
Top speed
235 km/h

Volume & weight

Curb weight
1,625 kg
Gross weight
2,125 kg
Trunk volume
440 l
Fuel tank
63 l

Suspension & brakes

Front suspension
Independent, McPherson
Rear suspension
Independent, multi-link
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Discs
Tyre size
205/55 R16
Front track width
1,481 mm
Rear track width
1,488 mm
Ground clearance
140 mm
Listings with this engine

Trim levels5

Base1998–200518features

Comfort

Power-adjustable mirrors, Air Conditioning, Power Steering, Front Power Windows, Steering Wheel Height Adjustment, Steering Wheel Reach Adjustment

Interior

Fabric

Multimedia

12V Socket

Safety

ABS, Electronic Stability Control (ESP), Driver's Airbag, Front Passenger Airbag, Front Side Airbags, Rear Isofix Mounts

Exterior

Compact spare wheel, Steel Wheels

Anti-theft

Central Locking, Immobilizer

Edition Lifestyle1998–200530features

Comfort

Rear Air Vents, Multifunction Steering Wheel, Power-adjustable mirrors, Climate Control, 2-zone, Cruise Control, Power Steering, Front Power Windows, Rear Power Windows, Steering Wheel Height Adjustment, Steering Wheel Reach Adjustment

Interior

Front centre armrest, Velour

Multimedia

12V Socket

Safety

ABS, Electronic Stability Control (ESP), Driver's Airbag, Front Passenger Airbag, Front Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags, Traction Control, Rear Isofix Mounts

Visibility & lights

Fog Lights, Rain Sensor

Exterior

Decorative Moldings, Metallic Paint, Compact spare wheel, R16 Wheels, Alloy Wheels

Anti-theft

Central Locking, Immobilizer

M Sport1998–200533features

Comfort

Rear Air Vents, Multifunction Steering Wheel, Power-adjustable mirrors, Climate Control, 2-zone, Power Steering, Front Power Windows, Rear Power Windows, Steering Wheel Height Adjustment, Steering Wheel Reach Adjustment, Sport suspension

Interior

Sport Seats, Leather Steering Wheel, Leather Gear Knob, Front centre armrest, Alcantara

Multimedia

12V Socket

Safety

ABS, Electronic Stability Control (ESP), Driver's Airbag, Front Passenger Airbag, Front Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags, Traction Control, Rear Isofix Mounts

Visibility & lights

Fog Lights, Headlight Washers, Xenon/Bi-xenon Headlights

Exterior

Body Kit, Compact spare wheel, R17 Wheels, Alloy Wheels

Anti-theft

Central Locking, Immobilizer

Edition Exclusive1998–200527features

Comfort

Rear Air Vents, Power-adjustable mirrors, Climate Control, 2-zone, Front Power Windows, Rear Power Windows

Interior

Beige Interior, Leather, Heated Front Seats

Multimedia

Navigation System, Audio System

Safety

ABS, Driver's Airbag, Front Passenger Airbag, Front Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags

Visibility & lights

Fog Lights, Rain Sensor, Light Sensor, Auto-dimming Rear-view Mirror, Xenon/Bi-xenon Headlights, Heated Side Mirrors

Exterior

Metallic Paint, R16 Wheels, Alloy Wheels

Anti-theft

Central Locking, Immobilizer, Alarm

Edition Sport1998–200527features

Comfort

Rear Air Vents, Power-adjustable mirrors, Climate Control, 2-zone, Front Power Windows, Rear Power Windows, Sport suspension

Interior

Sport Seats, Leather Steering Wheel, Leather Gear Knob, Door Sill Trim, Black Interior, Combined Upholstery (Leather & Fabric)

Multimedia

Audio System

Safety

ABS, Electronic Stability Control (ESP), Driver's Airbag, Front Passenger Airbag, Front Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags

Visibility & lights

Fog Lights, Xenon/Bi-xenon Headlights, Heated Side Mirrors

Exterior

Body Kit, R17 Wheels, Alloy Wheels

Anti-theft

Central Locking, Alarm

Dimensions and weight

Sedan

135
1 415
4 471
Length
4,471 mm
Width
1,739 mm
Height
1,415–1,430 mm
Wheelbase
2,725 mm
Ground clearance
130–140 mm
Trunk volume
440 l
Fuel tank
63 l
Curb weight
1,270–1,625 kg

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About the Serija 3 E46

BMW Serija 3 E46: 14 engines from 316i · 85 kW (116 hp) to 330i · 170 kW (231 hp), fuel consumption from 5.5 l/100 km, trim levels Base, Edition Lifestyle, M Sport, Edition Exclusive. Used BMW Serija 3 E46 prices and listings in Montenegro.

Frequently asked questions

How much fuel does the BMW Serija 3 E46 use?

Combined consumption ranges from 5.5 to 9.9 l/100 km depending on the engine. The most frugal version is the 320d at 5.5 l/100 km.

Which engines does the BMW Serija 3 E46 come with?

14 engines are available: 316i · 85 kW (116 hp), 316i · 85 kW (116 hp), 318d · 85 kW (116 hp), 318i · 105 kW (143 hp), 318i Compact · 105 kW (143 hp), 320d · 110 kW (150 hp), 320d Touring · 110 kW (150 hp), 320i · 125 kW (170 hp), 323i · 125 kW (170 hp), 330d · 135 kW (184 hp), 325i · 141 kW (192 hp), 328i · 142 kW (193 hp), 330xd · 150 kW (204 hp), 330i · 170 kW (231 hp).

Which is the most powerful engine?

330i: 170 kW (231 hp).

What are the dimensions of the BMW Serija 3 E46?

Length 4471 mm, width 1739 mm, height 1415 mm, wheelbase 2725 mm.

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