BMW 3 Series Convertible (E46, facelift 2001) (2000–2005)
The BMW 3 Series Convertible (E46, facelift 2001) was offered with 11 engine versions (10 gasoline, 1 diesel), from 143 to 231 hp, built 2000–2005.
EnlargeProduction years2000–2005
Body styleConvertible
Doors4
Length176.7 in (4,488 mm)
Width69.2 in (1,757 mm)
Height54.0 in (1,372 mm) – 53.9 in (1,369 mm)
Cargo volume10.6 cu ft (300 l)
Fuel tank16.6 gal (63 l)
All BMW 3 Series Convertible (E46, facelift 2001) engines
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 323i (170 hp) | 2000–2005 | Gasoline | 170 hp (125 kW) | 181 lb-ft (245 Nm) | 8.6 s | 140 mph (225 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 323i (170 hp) Automatic | 2000–2005 | Gasoline | 170 hp (125 kW) | 181 lb-ft (245 Nm) | 9.7 s | 137 mph (220 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 325i (192 hp) | 2000–2005 | Gasoline | 192 hp (141 kW) | 181 lb-ft (245 Nm) | 7.7 s | 145 mph (234 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 325i (192 hp) Automatic | 2000–2005 | Gasoline | 192 hp (141 kW) | 181 lb-ft (245 Nm) | 8.8 s | 143 mph (230 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 328i (193 hp) | 2000–2003 | Gasoline | 193 hp (142 kW) | 207 lb-ft (280 Nm) | 7.7 s | 143 mph (230 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 328i (193 hp) Automatic | 2000–2003 | Gasoline | 193 hp (142 kW) | 207 lb-ft (280 Nm) | 8.4 s | 140 mph (226 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 330i (231 hp) | 2000–2005 | Gasoline | 231 hp (170 kW) | 221 lb-ft (300 Nm) | 6.9 s | 153 mph (247 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 330i (231 hp) Automatic | 2000–2005 | Gasoline | 231 hp (170 kW) | 221 lb-ft (300 Nm) | 7.5 s | 149 mph (240 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 318i (143 hp) | 2001–2005 | Gasoline | 143 hp (105 kW) | 148 lb-ft (200 Nm) | 10.2 s | 128 mph (206 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 318i (143 hp) Automatic | 2001–2005 | Gasoline | 143 hp (105 kW) | 148 lb-ft (200 Nm) | 11.1 s | 128 mph (206 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 320 Cd (150 hp) | 2004–2005 | Diesel | 150 hp (110 kW) | 243 lb-ft (330 Nm) | 9.7 s | 131 mph (211 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.