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BMW Série 3 E46 (1998 to 2006)
The BMW Série 3 E46 was built from 1998 to 2006. Choose your engine: each page gives the engine, the output and what to know for servicing.
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Engines
316i: N42B18, 116 hp (85 kW), 2001 to 2005 318i: N42B20, 143 hp (105 kW), 2001 to 2005 318i: N46B20, 143 hp (105 kW), 2004 to 2006 320i: M54B22, 170 hp (125 kW), 2000 to 2005 325i: M54B25, 192 hp (141 kW), 2000 to 2005 330i: M54B30, 231 hp (170 kW), 2000 to 2005 330xi: M54B30, 231 hp (170 kW), 2000 to 2005 318d: M47D20, 115 hp (85 kW), 2001 to 2005 320d: M47D20, 136 hp (100 kW), 1998 to 2001 320d: M47TU D20, 150 hp (110 kW), 2001 to 2005 330d: M57D30, 184 hp (135 kW), 1999 to 2003 330d: M57TU D30, 204 hp (150 kW), 2003 to 2005
Maintenance
Service interval indicator: the display alternates between “Oil Service” and “Inspection” according to mileage and fuel use. On a car of this age, change the oil at least once a year. Brake fluid every 2 years.