Welcome to MyE46.com!

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
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