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BMW 330Ci Convertible Automatic

General information

ModelBMW 330Ci Convertible Automatic
Year2008
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating61.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2979 ccm (181.78 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving9.1 litres/100 km (25.85 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed
Airbags4. 0

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2979 ccm (181.78 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power231.00 PS (170 kW or 228 HP) at 5900 Rev. per min.
Max torque300.00 Nm (30.6 kgf-m or 221.3 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Compression10.2:1
Fuel systemIndirect injection, multi point
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed245.0 km/h (152.2 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)6.5 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1535 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4130 litres (1,091 gallons)
Cargo space440 litres (116 gallons)
Optional cargo space1525 litres (403 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3
Climate controlClimate control

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control

Dimensions and weight

Weight1505 kg (3,318.0 pounds)
Max weight with load1710 kg (3,769.9 pounds)
Towing weight1200 kg (2,645.5 pounds)
Overall length4480 mm (176.4 inches)
Overall width1750 mm (68.9 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Wheelbase2730 mm (107.5 inches)
Fuel capacity63.0 litres (16.64 gallons)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions276.0 g/km
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