BMW 3 Series Convertible (E46, facelift 2001) 325i (192 hp)
Gasoline engine with 192 hp (141 kW) and 181 lb-ft (245 Nm), built 2000–2005, convertible body, rear-wheel drive. The BMW 3 Series Convertible (E46, facelift 2001) has 4 more powerful gasoline versions.
EnlargePower192 hp (141 kW)
Torque181 lb-ft (245 Nm)
0–62 mph7.7 s
Top speed145 mph (234 km/h)
FuelGasoline
Specifications
Engine
| Engine version | 325i (192 hp) |
|---|---|
| Engine code | M54B25 |
| Displacement | 2.5 L (2,494 cm³) |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Cylinder layout | Inline |
| Engine position | Front, Longitudinal |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Valvetrain | DOHC |
| Fuel system | Multi-point indirect injection |
| Compression ratio | 10-5 |
| Bore | 84 mm |
| Stroke | 75 mm |
| Engine oil capacity | 6.9 qt (6.5 l) |
Performance
| Power | 192 hp (141 kW) @ 6000 rpm |
|---|---|
| Torque | 181 lb-ft (245 Nm) @ 3500 rpm |
| 0–62 mph (0–100 km/h) | 7.7 s |
| Top speed | 145 mph (234 km/h) |
Fuel economy and emissions
| Fuel | Gasoline |
|---|---|
| City | 18 mpg (13.2 l/100 km) |
| Highway | 25 mpg (9.6 l/100 km) |
| Fuel tank | 16.6 gal (63 l) |
Body, dimensions and weight
| Body style | Convertible |
|---|---|
| Doors | 4 |
| Length | 176.7 in (4,488 mm) |
| Width | 69.2 in (1,757 mm) |
| Height | 54.0 in (1,372 mm) |
| Curb weight | 3,560 lb (1,615 kg) |
| Gross vehicle weight | 4,321 lb (1,960 kg) |
| Cargo volume | 10.6 cu ft (300 l) |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Gears | 5 |
| Steering | Hydraulic power steering |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
| Tires | 205/55 R16 |
| Wheels | 7J x 16 |
| Driver assistance | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
What to check on a BMW 3 Series with this engine
- On a gasoline engine, check the oil consumption, the timing chain or belt and, on turbo engines, the turbocharger.
- Test the clutch or the automatic transmission from a cold start and in the low gears.
- Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.
Other BMW 3 Series Convertible (E46, facelift 2001) engines
| Engine | Fuel | Power | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 323i (170 hp) | Gasoline | 170 hp (125 kW) | |
| 323i (170 hp) Automatic | Gasoline | 170 hp (125 kW) | |
| 325i (192 hp) Automatic | Gasoline | 192 hp (141 kW) | |
| 328i (193 hp) | Gasoline | 193 hp (142 kW) | |
| 328i (193 hp) Automatic | Gasoline | 193 hp (142 kW) | |
| 330i (231 hp) | Gasoline | 231 hp (170 kW) | |
| 330i (231 hp) Automatic | Gasoline | 231 hp (170 kW) | |
| 318i (143 hp) | Gasoline | 143 hp (105 kW) | |
| 318i (143 hp) Automatic | Gasoline | 143 hp (105 kW) | |
| 320 Cd (150 hp) | Diesel | 150 hp (110 kW) |