BMW
BMW 3 Series E90 Facelift (2008–2013) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT | 316d | 6 | 115 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 318d | 6 | 143 HP | Diesel | — |
| AT | 318d Steptronic | 6 | 143 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 320d xDrive Steptronic | 6 | 177 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 320d xDrive Steptronic | 6 | 184 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 320i Steptronic | 6 | 170 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 325d Steptronic | 6 | 197 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 330d xDrive Steptronic | 6 | 245 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 330i | 6 | 272 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | 335d Steptronic | 6 | 286 HP | Diesel | — |
| AT | 335d Steptronic | 6 | 286 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 335i | 6 | 306 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 335i Steptronic | 6 | 306 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 335i xDrive | 6 | 306 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 335i xDrive | 6 | 306 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | 335i xDrive Steptronic | 6 | 306 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
BMW 3 Series E90 Facelift overview
The BMW 3 Series (E90 Facelift) is the 5th generation of the 3 Series, built from 2008 to 2013. It is offered as a Station Wagon Estate with 38 engines (diesel, petrol), from 115 HP to 320 HP. The 316d (115 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 11.2 s, reaches a top speed of 201 km/h and is 4527 mm long.
How much horsepower does the BMW 3 Series have?
The BMW 3 Series (E90 Facelift) has 115 HP to 320 HP, depending on the engine: 2.0 Commonrail (115 HP), 1.6 N43 (122 HP), 2.0 Directinjection (143 HP), 2.0 Twinpower (143 HP), 318i (143 Hp) Steptronic (143 HP), 318i (143 HP), 318d (143 Hp) Steptronic (143 HP), 318d (143 HP), 320i (170 Hp) Steptronic (170 HP), 320i (170 HP), 2.0 Commonrail (177 HP), 2.0 Twinpower (184 HP), 3.0 Commonrail (197 HP), 2.5 N52 (200 HP), 3.0 N57 (204 HP), 3.0 Directinjection (218 HP), 325i (218 Hp) xDrive Steptronic (218 HP), 325i (218 Hp) xDrive (218 HP), 325i (218 Hp) Steptronic (218 HP), 325i (218 HP), 3.0 N52 (230 HP), 3.0 Valvetronic (230 HP), 3.0 Commonrail (245 HP), 3.0 M57 (265 HP), 330i (272 Hp) xDrive Steptronic (272 HP), 330i (272 Hp) xDrive (272 HP), 330i (272 Hp) Steptronic (272 HP), 330i (272 HP), 3.0 Twinturbo (286 HP), 335d (286 Hp) Steptronic (286 HP), 3.0 Twinpower (306 HP), 335i (306 Hp) xDrive Steptronic (306 HP), 3.0 Twinturbo (306 HP), 335i (306 Hp) xDrive (306 HP), 335i (306 Hp) Steptronic (306 HP), 335i (306 HP), 3.0L N55 (306 HP), 3.0L N54 (320 HP).
What engines are available for the BMW 3 Series?
The BMW 3 Series is available with 38 engines: 2.0 Commonrail (115 HP, diesel), 1.6 N43 (122 HP, petrol), 2.0 Directinjection (143 HP, petrol), 2.0 Twinpower (143 HP, diesel), 318i (143 Hp) Steptronic (143 HP, petrol), 318i (143 HP, petrol), 318d (143 Hp) Steptronic (143 HP, diesel), 318d (143 HP, diesel), 320i (170 Hp) Steptronic (170 HP, petrol), 320i (170 HP, petrol), 2.0 Commonrail (177 HP, diesel), 2.0 Twinpower (184 HP, diesel), 3.0 Commonrail (197 HP, diesel), 2.5 N52 (200 HP, petrol), 3.0 N57 (204 HP, diesel), 3.0 Directinjection (218 HP, petrol), 325i (218 Hp) xDrive Steptronic (218 HP, petrol), 325i (218 Hp) xDrive (218 HP, petrol), 325i (218 Hp) Steptronic (218 HP, petrol), 325i (218 HP, petrol), 3.0 N52 (230 HP, petrol), 3.0 Valvetronic (230 HP, petrol), 3.0 Commonrail (245 HP, diesel), 3.0 M57 (265 HP, diesel), 330i (272 Hp) xDrive Steptronic (272 HP, petrol), 330i (272 Hp) xDrive (272 HP, petrol), 330i (272 Hp) Steptronic (272 HP, petrol), 330i (272 HP, petrol), 3.0 Twinturbo (286 HP, diesel), 335d (286 Hp) Steptronic (286 HP, diesel), 3.0 Twinpower (306 HP, petrol), 335i (306 Hp) xDrive Steptronic (306 HP, petrol), 3.0 Twinturbo (306 HP, petrol), 335i (306 Hp) xDrive (306 HP, petrol), 335i (306 Hp) Steptronic (306 HP, petrol), 335i (306 HP, petrol), 3.0L N55 (306 HP, petrol), 3.0L N54 (320 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the BMW 3 Series?
The BMW 3 Series is 4527 mm long, 1817 mm wide, 1418 mm tall, with a 2760 mm wheelbase.
How fast is the BMW 3 Series?
The BMW 3 Series 316d (115 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 11.2 s and has a top speed of 201 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | BMW 3 Series Touring E91 LCI facelift |
|---|---|
| Year | 2008–2011 |
| Platform | BMW E90 |
| Variant | 316d (115 Hp) |
| Body type | Station Wagon Estate |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 5 |
| Emission standard | Euro 5 |
Power & torque
| Power | 115 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 4000 rpm |
| Torque | 260 Nm |
| Torque @ min rpm | 1750 rpm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 2500 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 201 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 11.2 s |
| 0–62 mph | 11.2 s |
Engine
| Engine code | N47D20C |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1995 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Configuration | inline |
| Bore | 84.0 mm |
| Stroke | 90.0 mm |
| Compression ratio | 16.5 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Injection system | Diesel Commonrail |
| Aspiration | Turbocharger Intercooler |
| Oil capacity | 5.2 L |
| Coolant | 7.5 L |
| Engine layout | Front Longitudinal |
| Engine systems | Particulate Filter |
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 | manual |
| Gears | 6 |
| Gearbox code | Gs6 17 |
| Gearbox manufacturer | getrag |
Dimensions
| Length | 4527 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1817 mm |
| Height | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2760 mm |
| Front track | 1506 mm |
| Rear track | 1535 mm |
| Boot space | 460 – 1385 L |
| Ground clearance | 141 mm |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1475 kg |
|---|---|
| Max weight | 2015 kg |
| Max load | 540 kg |
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel combined | 4.5 L/100km |
|---|---|
| Fuel urban | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel extra urban | 4.0 L/100km |
| CO₂ emissions | 119 g/km |
| Fuel tank | 63.0 L |
Chassis & brakes
| Front brakes | Ventilated Discs |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | Ventilated Discs |
| Steering type | Steering Rack And Pinion |
| Tire size | 205/55 R16 |
| Wheel rims | 7J x 16 |
| Assisting systems | Abs Anti Lock Braking System |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 12.8 kg/Hp, 78 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 5.7 kg/Nm, 176.3 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 2008 |
|---|---|
| End Of Production | 2011 |
| Width With Mirrors Folded | 1989 |
Performance
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.