BMW 3 Series Compact (E46, facelift 2001) (2001–2005)
The BMW 3 Series Compact (E46, facelift 2001) was offered with 9 engine versions (6 gasoline, 3 diesel), from 115 to 192 hp, built 2001–2005.
EnlargeProduction years2001–2005
Body styleHatchback
Doors5
Length167.8 in (4,262 mm)
Width68.9 in (1,751 mm)
Height55.4 in (1,408 mm)
Cargo volume10.9 cu ft (310 l)
Fuel tank16.6 gal (63 l)
All BMW 3 Series Compact (E46, facelift 2001) engines
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 316i (116 hp) | 2001–2005 | Gasoline | 116 hp (85 kW) | 129 lb-ft (175 Nm) | 10.9 s | 125 mph (201 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 316i (116 hp) Automatic | 2001–2005 | Gasoline | 116 hp (85 kW) | 129 lb-ft (175 Nm) | 11.9 s | 122 mph (196 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 318 ti (143 hp) | 2001–2005 | Gasoline | 143 hp (105 kW) | 148 lb-ft (200 Nm) | 9.3 s | 133 mph (214 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 318 ti (143 hp) Automatic | 2001–2005 | Gasoline | 143 hp (105 kW) | 148 lb-ft (200 Nm) | 10.2 s | 131 mph (211 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 320 td (150 hp) | 2001–2005 | Diesel | 150 hp (110 kW) | 243 lb-ft (330 Nm) | 8.7 s | 138 mph (222 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 320 td (150 hp) Automatic | 2001–2005 | Diesel | 150 hp (110 kW) | 243 lb-ft (330 Nm) | 9.1 s | 133 mph (214 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 325 ti (192 hp) | 2001–2005 | Gasoline | 192 hp (141 kW) | 181 lb-ft (245 Nm) | 7.1 s | 146 mph (235 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 325 ti (192 hp) Automatic | 2001–2005 | Gasoline | 192 hp (141 kW) | 181 lb-ft (245 Nm) | 8.2 s | 144 mph (232 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 318 td (115 hp) | 2004–2005 | Diesel | 115 hp (85 kW) | 207 lb-ft (280 Nm) | 10.5 s | 126 mph (202 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive |
Figures are the manufacturer's, mostly for the European versions, and can vary with equipment. Fuel economy is converted from the European test (l/100 km) to US mpg, so it reads higher than an EPA rating. Engines with a link have their own spec sheet.