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BMW 330i Sport Automatic

General information

ModelBMW 330i Sport Automatic
Year2008
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating61.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2996 ccm (182.82 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving9.0 litres/100 km (26.14 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed
Airbags4. 0

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2996 ccm (182.82 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power264.00 PS (194 kW or 260 HP) at 6600 Rev. per min.
Max torque300.00 Nm (30.6 kgf-m or 221.3 ft.lbs) at 2500 Rev. per min.
Compression10.7:1
Bore x stroke85.0 x 88.0 mm (3.3 x 3.5 inches)
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed250.0 km/h (155.3 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)6.9 seconds
0-60 miles6.4 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1714 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Leg room front1060 mm (41.7 inches)
Passenger space2803 litres (741 gallons)
Cargo space460 litres (122 gallons)
Optional cargo space460 litres (122 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3
Climate controlClimate control

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering
Turn circle11 m (413.4 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control

Dimensions and weight

Weight1540 kg (3,395.1 pounds)
Max weight with load1590 kg (3,505.3 pounds)
Towing weight1800 kg (3,968.3 pounds)
Overall length4870 mm (191.7 inches)
Overall width1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Overall height1820 mm (71.7 inches)
Wheelbase2770 mm (109.1 inches)
Fuel capacity60.0 litres (15.85 gallons)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions276.0 g/km
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