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BMW 330Ci Convertible E46

General information

ModelBMW 330Ci Convertible E46
Year2008
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating60.4 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 driving11.4 litres/100 km (20.63 miles per gallon)
Seats5
TransmissionManual, 6-speed
Airbags6. 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
Bore x stroke84.0 x 89.6 mm (3.3 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemElectronic fuel injection (EFI)
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed247.0 km/h (153.5 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)6.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1379 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Leg room front1070 mm (42.1 inches)
Passenger space2095 litres (554 gallons)
Cargo space300 litres (79 gallons)
Optional cargo space300 litres (79 gallons)
Climate controlClimate control

Steering, brakes and tires

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

Dimensions and weight

Weight1680 kg (3,703.8 pounds)
Towing weight1602 kg (3,531.8 pounds)
Overall length4490 mm (176.8 inches)
Overall width1760 mm (69.3 inches)
Overall height1380 mm (54.3 inches)
Wheelbase2730 mm (107.5 inches)
Fuel capacity63.0 litres (16.64 gallons)
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