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Used BMW 3 series - e46
15 August 2009. Author: admin
The fourth generation of BMW's 3-Series compact sedan started in September 1998.The baseline was the 318i with 4 cylinders, with a capacity closer to 1.9 litres.
Engine produce 87 kW and 180 Nm, and e46 price was $52,950 for the five-speed manual and the four-speed auto - $1700 more.
The 2.5-litre six-cylinder 125 kW/ 245 Nm 323i cost $66,900 as a five-speed manual, adding $2500 for the five-speed auto. The auto-only 142 kW/280 Nm 328i - a 2.8-litre - topped the range at $84,950.
BMW E46 was designed as a modern replacement for the aging BMW 3 series E36. DesignWorksUSA take part in creation the exterior body E46. Based on the BMW E36 body shell, the design team put an emphasis on improving aerodynamics and increasing the cars aggressive stance.
An emphasis was put on reducing unsprung weight and structural rigidity rather than increasing power output - the highest displacement model at release, the E46 328, had only 3 horsepower more than the E36 328. To counter this small power increase, the body shell of the E46 was claimed by BMW to be 70% more rigid than the E36's, and aluminum suspension components were used increasingly in order to decrease unsprung weight. In tune with BMW's core values, the E46 was released with a front engined rear-wheel drive layout with 50/50 weight distribution. This balance allows for optimal handling in regards to the drive train layout.
E46 Petrol engines
| Model | Engine | Production | Volume (in cc) | Type | Power | Torque | 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 316i/Ci | M43B16 | 1998-2005 | 1596 | I4, 8v | 101 bhp (75 kW; 102 PS) | 111 ft•lbf (150 N•m) | 12.7 s |
| 316i | M43TUB19 | 1998-2001 | 1895 | I4, 8v | 104 bhp (78 kW; 105 PS) | 122 ft•lbf (165 N•m) | 12.4 s |
| 316i/ti | N42B18 | 2001-2004 | 1796 | I4, 16v | 113 bhp (84 kW; 115 PS) | 129 ft•lbf (175 N•m) | 10.9 s |
| N46B18 | 2004-2005 | ||||||
| 318i/Ci | M43TUB19 | 1998-2001 | 1895 | I4, 8v | 118 bhp (88 kW; 120 PS) | 133 ft•lbf (180 N•m) | 10.4 s |
| 318i/Ci/ti | N42B20 | 2002-2003 | 1995 | I4, 16v | 141 bhp (105 kW; 143 PS) | 148 ft•lbf (201 N•m) | 9.3 s |
| N46B20 | 2004-2005 | ||||||
| 318Ci | 2005-2007 | 148 bhp (110 kW; 150 PS) | 9.2 s | ||||
| 320i | M52TUB20 | 1998-2000 | 1991 | I6, 24v | 148 bhp (110 kW; 150 PS) | 140 ft•lbf (190 N•m) | 9.9 s |
| 320i/Ci | M54B22 | 2001-2007 | 2171 | 168 bhp (125 kW; 170 PS) | 155 ft•lbf (210 N•m) | 8.2 s | |
| 323i/Ci | M52TUB25 | 1998-2000 | 2494 | 170 bhp (127 kW; 172 PS) | 181 ft•lbf (245 N•m) | 8.0 s | |
| 325i/xi/Ci/ti (US) | M54B25 | 2001-2005 | 184 bhp (137 kW; 187 PS) | 175 ft•lbf (237 N•m) | 7.3 s | ||
| 325i/Ci SULEV (US) | M56B25 | 2002-2005 | 184 bhp (137 kW; 187 PS) | 175 ft•lbf (237 N•m) | 7.3 s | ||
| 325i/xi/Ci/ti (EUR) | M54TUB25 | 2001-2007 | 2494 | 192 bhp (143 kW; 195 PS) | 181 ft•lbf (245 N•m) | 7.2 s | |
| 328i/Ci | M52TUB28 | 1998-2000 | 2793 | 193 bhp (144 kW; 196 PS) | 206 ft•lbf (279 N•m) | 6.6 s | |
| 330i/xi/Ci | M54B30 | 2000-2007 | 2979 | 225 bhp (168 kW; 228 PS) | 214 ft•lbf (290 N•m) | 6.3 s | |
| 330i/Ci ZHP (US Only) | 2003-2006 | 235 bhp (175 kW; 238 PS) | 222 ft•lbf (301 N•m) | 5.8 s | |||
| M3 (US) | S54B32 | 2001-2006 | 3246 | 333 bhp (248 kW; 338 PS) | 262 ft•lbf (355 N•m) | 5.0 s | |
| M3 (EUR) | 2001-2006 | 343 bhp (256 kW; 348 PS) | 269 ft•lbf (365 N•m) | 4.8 s | |||
| M3 CSL | 2003-2004 | 355 bhp (265 kW; 360 PS) | 273 ft•lbf (370 N•m) | 4.8 s | |||
| M3 GTR (Street) | 2001 | 3997 | V8, 32v | 350 bhp (261 kW; 355 PS) | 269 ft•lbf (365 N•m) | ||
| M3 GTR (Race) | 2001-2005 | 400 bhp (298 kW; 406 PS) | 271 ft•lbf (367 N•m) |
E46 Diesel engines
| Model | Engine | Production | Volume (in cc) | Type | Power | Torque | 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 318d/td | M47D20 | 2001-2005 | 1951 | I4, 16v | 113 bhp (84 kW; 115 PS) | 195 ft•lbf (264 N•m) | 10.7 s |
| 320d | M47D20 | 1999-2001 | 1951 | I4, 16v | 134 bhp (100 kW; 136 PS) | 207 ft•lbf (281 N•m) | 9.9 s |
| 320d/cd/td | M47TUD20 | 2001-2007 | 1995 | I4, 16v | 148 bhp (110 kW; 150 PS) | 243 ft•lbf (329 N•m) | 8.8 s |
| 330d/xd/cd | M57D30 | 1999-2003 | 2926 | I6, 24v | 181 bhp (135 kW; 184 PS) | 288 ft•lbf (390 N•m) | 7.8 s |
| M57TUD30 | 2004-2007 | 2993 | 201 bhp (150 kW; 204 PS) | 302 ft•lbf (409 N•m) | 7.2 s |
BMW E46 changes history
* 316, 318, 320, 323, and 328 sedans are released to worldwide markets, designated "i"(excluding the US).
1999
* 323 and 328 E46 Sedans introduced in the US (The 316 to 320 models were not released in the US to the general public at any point).
* E46 Coupe is launched into worldwide markets, designated "Ci" (excluding the US).
* E46 Touring is launched into worldwide markets, designated "iT" (excluding the US).
2000
* E46 Coupe is launched into the US.
* E46 Touring is launched into the US.
* Dynamic Stability Control replaces Automatic Stability Control.
* Auto Recirculation becomes standard.
* The 323 has 15" Alloy wheels standard (replacing hub caps for no-option package 323s).
* The Premium Package has wood trim and moonroof standard, with 16" wheels only (no more 15" offered).
* The 323 gets the Sport/Premium combo package offered.
* Power seats are a stand-alone option on 323.
Mid-year 2000 (9/99)
* Power seats with driver's seat memory upgraded to include exterior mirror memory.
* Radio has clock function; as a result, an onboard computer function and the time can be displayed at the same time.
* Child seat tether anchorages added as standard equipment.
* Center console buttons redesigned.
* New key design
* Automatic transmission changes to Steptronic
2001
* 323i is replaced by the 325i and receives a the new M54B25 engine
* 328i is replaced by the 330i and receives a the new M54B30 engine
* New sport steering wheel with circular airbag cover.
* New dual exhaust from headers to muffler.
* 325i sports package gets 17x8 style 44 wheels.
* 330: 17" rims are standard
* 330: Sports package rims are changed to syle M68 with 17x7.5 up front and 17x8.5 in the rear.
* 330: Brakes are 1" larger
* 330: Headlight washer jets standard on cold-weather package
* 330: Silver trim around headlights
* 330: "Updated" steering (more power assist)
* Coupes get titanium front spoiler trim.
Mid-year 2001 (3/01)
* 325i and 325iT: New standard equipment: foglights, cruise control, & automatic climate control
* 325Ci and 325Cic: New standard equipment: automatic Climate Control
* 330: Due to customer feedback, there was a midyear change back to a steering system with less boost, although more than 323s and 328s had. BMW offered a free "steering retrofit" to reduce the boost for some time. You now must pay for this retrofit. This only affected 2001 cars.
* 330i: New standard equipment: power Seats, Harman Kardon stereo, & sport suspension
* 330Ci & 330Cic: New standard equipment: Harman Kardon stereo
2002
* NAV systems now have a widescreen 16x9 display.
* E46 Sedans and wagons receive a facelift: New headlight and taillight designs, side directional marker moved and re-shaped, new wider grille, new hood, new front bumpers for 325i and 330i without sport package.
* 330: 18" wheel option offered
* 320d: Receives new engine 148 bhp (110 kW; 150 PS)
Mid-year 2002 (9/02)
* Sirius satellite radio now pre-wired on non-navigation cars
2003
* NAV system becomes DVD based (Mark IV NAV system). In addition, the navigation system will now be available with in-dash CD-player or cassette player.
* The sound system head unit now has a new auxiliary input (aux input kit required)
* Sedans receive third rear headrest and 3-point seatbelt.
* 325: Rain sensor and automatic headlight control will now be part of the Premium Package.
* 325: Front armrest will be standard in the sedan and sport wagon.
* 325: Moonroof will be standard in the sport wagon.
* 325: SULEV 325i, 325Ci, and 325iT are introduced with the M56 motor to meet new emission requirements. The SULEV M56 motor was offered optionally and only comes with the Steptronic transmission.
* 330: Tire Pressure Monitor replaces the Flat Tire monitor on vehicles with run-flat tires. The alarm display and button in the middle console remain unchanged.
* 330xi with Sport Package will come with 17" all-season run-flat tires with styling 98 wheels (same as the current run-flat tire option).
Mid-year 2003 (3/03)
* Performance package introduced on the 330i sedan. It's only offered with a manual transmission and NOT offered with the premium package.
* All E46s are now pre-wired for the BMW Bluetooth kit
* All 330 manual transmissions now 6-speed instead of 5-speed
Mid-year 2003 (6/03)
* M3 CSL production (1400 units)
Mid-year 2003 (9/03)
* All 330i/330xi Sedans, and 330Ci Coupes must be ordered with option 403 - moonroof.
* All 330Ci Convertibles must be ordered with ZPP - premium package.
* Myrtle wood is no longer available as a stand-alone option. It will only be available when the Premium Package is ordered.
* A new interior trim will be made available on all 3 Series. SA 426 or Aluminum "Brushed Columns" trim will be available as a no cost option when the Premium Package is ordered. If the Premium Package is ordered and SA 426 is not specified, the car will be equipped with Myrtle Wood trim (as before)
* Cars equipped with Navigation are now pre-wired for Sirius
Mid-year 2003 (10/03)
* SMG or Sequential Manual Gearbox available in conjunction with the sport package (not available in conjunction with the Performance Package or all-wheel drive models).
2004
* Performance package now available on coupes and convertibles, as well as with the automatic transmission and the premium package (on all 330s).
* The climate control head unit has a new control button layout (temp, fan and recirculate control buttons) for simpler operation and ease of use.
* The rain sensor and automatic headlight control standard for all Sedans and Sports Wagons. These features were previously only available with the Premium Package (ZPP).
* Automatic STEPTRONIC transmission will be available in conjunction with the Performance Package.
* New Sport Package wheel for 325i Sedan and Sports Wagon. Styling 119 replaces Styling 96.
* New base wheel for the 330i/330xi Sedan and 325xi Sedan/Sports Wagon when equipped with the Sport Package. New wheel replaces Styling 73.
* Titanium exterior trim on the front grille and headlights is no longer different for 330i and 330xi Sedans. (The headlights are black and the front spoiler is a combination of black and body color.)
* Coupes and convertibles receive a face lift with a new front grille (larger "BMW kidneys"), revised lower bumper design and front/rear light redesign including LED tail lights, repositioned side turn signal lights and clear front corners on sport package cars.
* The Xenon headlight package was upgraded to the Adaptive Xenon package for coupes/convertibles only.
* 325i and 325iT: Styling 119 (17 x 8) with performance tires replaces Styling 96 when the sport package (ZSP) is ordered.
* 330i/330xi get a new base wheels. 325xiT and 330xiT get new Sport Package wheels.
* Styling 137 (17 x 7) with all-season tires replaces Styling 73, also known as the Radial spoke.
2005
* Lumbar seat support added to the premium package on the 325.
* CD shuttle became MP3 compatible
Mid-year 2005 (5/05)
* Performance package 330s get a perforated leather steering wheel instead of Alcantara
