BMW 3 Series 3 Series Sedan (F30)

BMW - 3 Series Sedan (F30)

Details-
BrandBMW
Model3 Series
Generation3 Series Sedan (F30)
Modification325d (218 Hp)
Start Of Production2013
End Of Production2015

Performance

The BMW 3 Series is a high-performance sedan with impressive acceleration and handling. It can go from 0-100 km/h in just 6.8 seconds and has a top speed of 245 km/h. Its drag coefficient is 0.29, indicating a sleek and aerodynamic design.

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh6.8 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph6.8 sec
Max Speed245 km/h 152.24 mph
Drag Coefficient Cd0.29

Body & Dimensions

The car in question is a sedan type 3 Series with a capacity for 5 passengers and 4 doors. It has a length of 4624 mm (182.05 in.), a width of 1811 mm (71.3 in.), and a height of 1429 mm (56.26 in.). The wheelbase is 2810 mm (110.63 in.), with a front track of 1531 mm (60.28 in.) and a rear track of 1572 mm (61.89 in.). The minimum turning circle is 11.3 m (37.07 ft.), and the ride height/ground clearance is 140 mm (5.51 in.).

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeSedan
Seats5
Doors4
Length4624 mm 182.05 in.
Width1811 mm 71.3 in.
Height1429 mm 56.26 in.
Wheelbase2810 mm 110.63 in.
Front Track1531 mm 60.28 in.
Rear Track1572 mm 61.89 in.
Min Turning Circle11.3 m 37.07 ft.
Ride Height Ground Clearance140 mm 5.51 in.

Fuel Consumption

The car in question is a 3 Series model that runs on Diesel and adheres to Euro 5 emission standard. It has a fuel consumption of 6.2 l/100 km in urban areas, 4.2 l/100 km in extra-urban areas, and 4.9 l/100 km in combined driving. The CO2 emissions are 129 g/km.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypeDiesel
Emission StandardEuro 5
Fuel Consumption Urban6.2 l/100 km 37.94 US mpg 45.56 UK mpg 16.13 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban4.2 l/100 km 56 US mpg 67.26 UK mpg 23.81 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined4.9 l/100 km 48 US mpg 57.65 UK mpg 20.41 km/l
Co2 Emissions129 g/km

Engine & Transmission

The BMW 3 Series is a compact luxury car with a powerful diesel engine, producing 218 horsepower and 450 Nm of torque. It features a 2.0-liter inline-4 engine with twin-power turbo and intercooler, and is available with a 6-speed manual transmission. The car has a rear-wheel drive layout and features an independent coil spring suspension at the front and an independent multi-link suspension at the rear.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power218 Hp @ 4400 rpm.
Power Per Litre109.3 Hp/l
Torque450 Nm @ 1500-2500 rpm. 331.9 lb.-ft. @ 1500-2500 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Longitudinal
Engine Model CodeN47D20D
Engine Displacement1995 cm3 121.74 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders4
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore84 mm 3.31 in.
Piston Stroke90 mm 3.54 in.
Compression Ratio16.5
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder4
Fuel Injection SystemDiesel Commonrail
Engine AspirationTwin-power turbo, Intercooler
Engine Oil Capacity5.2 l 5.49 US qt | 4.58 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification0W-30, 0W-40, 5W-30, 5W-40 / BMW Longlife-04
Coolant7 l 7.4 US qt | 6.16 UK qt
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelRear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox6 gears, manual transmission
Front SuspensionIndependent coil spring
Rear SuspensionIndependent multi-link suspension

Brakes

The BMW 3 Series features ventilated discs on both the front and rear brakes, assisted by an Anti-lock braking system. It also boasts electric power steering and 225/50 R17 94W tires on 7.5J x 17 wheel rims.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesVentilated discs
Rear BrakesVentilated discs
Assisting SystemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering TypeSteering rack and pinion
Power SteeringElectric Steering
Tires Size225/50 R17 94W
Wheel Rims Size7.5J x 17

Weight & Capacity

The BMW 3 Series is a compact luxury car with a curb weight of 1475 kg and a maximum weight of 2025 kg. It has a fuel tank capacity of 57 liters and a minimum trunk boot space of 480 liters. It can tow a trailer with a maximum weight of 1800 kg with brakes and 750 kg without brakes.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio6.8 kg/Hp, 147.8 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio3.3 kg/Nm, 305.1 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1475 kg 3251.82 lbs.
Max Weight2025 kg 4464.36 lbs.
Max Load550 kg 1212.54 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum480 l 16.95 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity57 l 15.06 US gal | 12.54 UK gal
Max Roof Load75 kg 165.35 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 12 Percent1800 kg 3968.32 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load Without Brakes750 kg 1653.47 lbs.
Permitted Towbar Download75 kg 165.35 lbs.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for BMW - 3 Series Sedan (F30)

This car has 4 doors.

The length of this car is 4624 mm (182.05 in.).

The ground clearance of this car is 140 mm (5.51 in.).

The BMW 3 Series can accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 6.8 seconds.

The top speed of the BMW 3 Series is 245 km/h or 152.24 mph.

The drag coefficient of the BMW 3 Series is 0.29, indicating a sleek and aerodynamic design.

The car has a fuel consumption of 6.2 l/100 km in urban areas.

This car adheres to Euro 5 emission standard.

The combined fuel consumption of this car is 4.9 l/100 km.

The engine displacement is 1995 cm3 or 121.74 cu. in.

The fuel injection system used is Diesel Commonrail.

The transmission type is a 6-speed manual transmission.

The BMW 3 Series features ventilated discs on both the front and rear brakes.

The BMW 3 Series has electric power steering.

The BMW 3 Series has 225/50 R17 94W tires.

The fuel economy of the BMW 3 Series varies by trim and engine, but it ranges from 24-30 mpg in the city and 32-40 mpg on the highway.

Yes, the BMW 3 Series is available as a hybrid model, known as the 330e, which combines a gasoline engine with an electric motor.

The BMW 3 Series is not designed for heavy towing and has a maximum towing capacity of around 1,000 pounds.

The curb weight of the BMW 3 Series is 1475 kg or 3251.82 lbs.

The BMW 3 Series can tow a trailer with a maximum weight of 1800 kg or 3968.32 lbs. with brakes.

The minimum trunk boot space of the BMW 3 Series is 480 liters or 16.95 cu. ft.