BMW
BMW 3 Series F30 (2011–2016) 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 | 116 HP | Diesel | — |
| AT | 316d Steptronic | 8 | 116 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 316i Steptronic | 6 | 136 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 320d EfficientDynamics Edition | 6 | 224 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 320d xDrive Steptronic | 6 | 184 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 320i EfficientDynamics Edition Steptronic | 6 | 170 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | 320i Steptronic | 8 | 184 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 320i xDrive Steptronic | 6 | 184 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 328d xDrive Steptronic | 6 | 218 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 328i xDrive Steptronic | 6 | 245 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | 335d xDrive Steptronic | 8 | 313 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 335i Steptronic | 6 | 306 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 335i xDrive | 6 | 306 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | ActiveHybrid 3.0 Steptronic | 8 | 306 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
BMW 3 Series F30 overview
The BMW 3 Series (F30) is the 6th generation of the 3 Series, built from 2011 to 2016. It is offered as a Sedan with 15 engines (diesel, petrol), from 116 HP to 306 HP. The 323i (143 Hp) Automatic is 4355 mm long.
How much horsepower does the BMW 3 Series have?
The BMW 3 Series (F30) has 116 HP to 306 HP, depending on the engine: 2.0 B47 (116 HP), 316d (116 Hp) Steptronic (116 HP), 316d (116 HP), 1.6 Twinpower (136 HP), 2.0 Twinpower (143 HP), 2.0 Twinpower (150 HP), 1.6 N13 (170 HP), 2.0 B48 (184 HP), 2.0 Twinpower (190 HP), 2.0 N47 (218 HP), 2.0 Twinpower (245 HP), 3.0 N57 (258 HP), 3.0 N55 (306 HP), 3.0 Twinpower (306 HP), 3.0 Twinturbo (306 HP).
What engines are available for the BMW 3 Series?
The BMW 3 Series is available with 15 engines: 2.0 B47 (116 HP, diesel), 316d (116 Hp) Steptronic (116 HP, diesel), 316d (116 HP, diesel), 1.6 Twinpower (136 HP, petrol), 2.0 Twinpower (143 HP, diesel), 2.0 Twinpower (150 HP, diesel), 1.6 N13 (170 HP, petrol), 2.0 B48 (184 HP, petrol), 2.0 Twinpower (190 HP, diesel), 2.0 N47 (218 HP, diesel), 2.0 Twinpower (245 HP, petrol), 3.0 N57 (258 HP, diesel), 3.0 N55 (306 HP, petrol), 3.0 Twinpower (306 HP, petrol), 3.0 Twinturbo (306 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 |
|---|
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 |
|---|---|
| End Of Production | 1982 |
Performance
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.