This website was created to be a tool and resource for owners on the BMW E46 3 Series. The fourth generation of BMW’s 3 series, the E46, was first released in 1999. The first models released in the US were the 323i and the 328i sedans.
BMW E46 Specifications
E46 330i | E46 325i | E46 328i | E46 323i | |
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Production years | 2001-2006 | 2001-2006 | 1999-2000 | 1999-2000 |
Engine | 2979cc 6cyl DOHC | 2494cc 6cyl DOHC | 2793cc 6cyl | 2494cc 6cyl |
Horse Power | 225hp@5900rpm | 183hp@6000rpm | 190hp@5500rpm | 168hp@5500rpm |
Torque | 214lb-ft@3500rpm | 175lb-ft@3500rpm | 207lb-ft@3500rpm | 181lb-ft@3500rpm |
Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Weight Auto/Manual | 3362 / 3285 lbs | 3307 / 3218 lbs | 3197 lbs | 3153 lbs |
Length | 176 inches | 176 inches | 176 inches | 176 inches |
Width | 68.5 inches | 68.5 inches | 68.5 inches | 68.5 inches |
Height | 55.7 inches | 55.7 inches | 55.7 inches | 55.7 inches |