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Technical data

This 320Ci MT (170 hp) engine was fitted in the E46 [Restyling] Cabriolet, which was produced by BMW from 2001 to 2006. In addition to this engine, 13 other engines were also available for this body — their technical data and fuel economy are accessible by clicking the body name at the top of the page.

Power & fuel consumption

City fuel consumption per 100 km12.8litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km7.4litre
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km9.4litre
Fuel tank capacity63litre
Cruising rangefrom 490 to 850km
Fuel95 RON
Top speed222km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)9.1second

Engine

Displacement2171cm3
Engine power170bhp
RPM at max powerto 6 250RPM
Maximum torque210Nm
RPM at max torque3500RPM
Engine typeGasoline
Cylinder layoutInline
Injection typeMulti-point injection
Number of cylinders6
Valves per cylinder4
Bore80mm
Stroke72mm

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxManual
Number of gears5
Drive wheelsRear-wheel drive
Turning circle10.5m

Body

Seats4
Length4488mm
Width1757mm
Height1372mm
Wheelbase2725mm
Front track1471mm
Rear track1483mm
Ground clearance130mm
Kerb weight1540kg
Gross weight1960kg
Displacement420kg
Min. boot capacity300litre
Max. boot capacity300litre
Body typeCabriolet

Suspension & brakes

Front suspensionIndependent, Lever, Dampers, Spring, Stabilizer bar
Rear suspensionIndependent, Multi wishbone, Spring, Stabilizer bar
Front brakesVentilated disc
Rear brakesVentilated disc

Real-world consumption (est.)

City15.4 litres / 100km
Highway8.9 litres / 100km
Average11.3 litres / 100km

Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.

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