BMW
BMW 3 Series E46/4 Facelift (2001–2006) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Gen 4
1998 - 2006
E46/4
Sedan
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GC
Boot
Engine
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Power
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Gears
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Platform
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Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Fuel
Fuel
Combined
Combined
Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT | 316i | 5 | 116 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 318d Steptronic | 5 | 115 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 318i | 5 | 143 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 320d Steptronic | 6 | 150 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 320i Steptronic | 5 | 170 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 325i | 5 | 192 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 325xi | 5 | 192 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 330xd Steptronic | 6 | 204 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 330xi | 6 | 231 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
BMW 3 Series E46/4 Facelift overview
The BMW 3 Series (E46/4 Facelift) is the 4th generation of the 3 Series, built from 2001 to 2006. It is offered as a Sedan with 17 engines (diesel, petrol), from 115 HP to 231 HP. The 323i (143 Hp) Automatic is 4355 mm long.
How much horsepower does the BMW 3 Series have?
The BMW 3 Series (E46/4 Facelift) has 115 HP to 231 HP, depending on the engine: 2.0L M47 (115 HP), 1.8L Valvetronic (116 HP), 2.0 Valvetronic (143 HP), 2.0L Valvetronic (143 HP), 2.0L M47 (150 HP), 2.0 M47 (150 HP), 2.0 Directinjection (170 HP), 2.2L M54 (170 HP), 2.5 M54 (184 HP), 2.5L M54 (192 HP), 2.5 M54 (192 HP), 3.0L M57 (204 HP), 3.0 M57 (204 HP), 3.0 M54 (225 HP), 3.0L M54 (231 HP), 3.0 M54 (231 HP), 3.0 Vanos (231 HP).
What engines are available for the BMW 3 Series?
The BMW 3 Series is available with 17 engines: 2.0L M47 (115 HP, diesel), 1.8L Valvetronic (116 HP, petrol), 2.0 Valvetronic (143 HP, petrol), 2.0L Valvetronic (143 HP, petrol), 2.0L M47 (150 HP, diesel), 2.0 M47 (150 HP, diesel), 2.0 Directinjection (170 HP, petrol), 2.2L M54 (170 HP, petrol), 2.5 M54 (184 HP, petrol), 2.5L M54 (192 HP, petrol), 2.5 M54 (192 HP, petrol), 3.0L M57 (204 HP, diesel), 3.0 M57 (204 HP, diesel), 3.0 M54 (225 HP, petrol), 3.0L M54 (231 HP, petrol), 3.0 M54 (231 HP, petrol), 3.0 Vanos (231 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the BMW 3 Series?
The BMW 3 Series is 4355 mm long, 1610 mm wide, 1380 mm tall, with a 2563 mm wheelbase.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | BMW 3 Series E21 |
|---|---|
| Year | 1978–1982 |
| Platform | BMW E21 |
| Variant | 323i (143 Hp) Automatic |
| Body type | sedan |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 2 |
Power & torque
| Power | 143 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 6000 rpm |
| Torque | 205 Nm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 4000 rpm |
Engine
| Engine code | M20B23 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2300 cc |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Configuration | inline |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Injection system | Multi Port Manifold Injection |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated Engine |
| Oil capacity | 4.3 L |
| Coolant | 12.0 L |
| Engine layout | Front Longitudinal |
Drivetrain & transmission
| Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
|---|---|
| Powertrain architecture | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Drivetrain architecture | The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Rear Wheels Of The Vehicle |
| Gearbox type | Torque Converter |
| Gears | 3 |
| Gearbox code | 3hp22 |
| Gearbox manufacturer | zf |
Dimensions
| Length | 4355 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1610 mm |
| Height | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2563 mm |
| Front track | 1366 mm |
| Rear track | 1373 mm |
| Boot space | 404 L |
| Turning circle | 9.5 m |
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel tank | 58.0 L |
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Chassis & brakes
| Front suspension | Independent Type Mcpherson |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Independent Multi Link Suspension |
| Front brakes | disc |
| Rear brakes | drum |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
Other
| Start Of Production | 1978 |
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| End Of Production | 1982 |
Performance
Engine speed (1k/rpm)
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.
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