BMW 3 Series Sedan (E46) 320d (136 hp)
Diesel engine with 136 hp (100 kW) and 207 lb-ft (280 Nm), built 1998–2001, sedan body, rear-wheel drive. The BMW 3 Series Sedan (E46) has 2 more powerful diesel versions.
EnlargePower136 hp (100 kW)
Torque207 lb-ft (280 Nm)
0–62 mph9.8 s
Top speed129 mph (207 km/h)
FuelDiesel
Specifications
Engine
| Engine version | 320d (136 hp) |
|---|---|
| Engine code | M47D20 |
| Displacement | 2.0 L (1,951 cm³) |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Cylinder layout | Inline |
| Engine position | Front, Longitudinal |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Valvetrain | OHC |
| Fuel system | Diesel common rail |
| Compression ratio | 19 |
| Bore | 84 mm |
| Stroke | 88 mm |
| Engine oil capacity | 5.3 qt (5 l) |
Performance
| Power | 136 hp (100 kW) @ 4000 rpm |
|---|---|
| Torque | 207 lb-ft (280 Nm) @ 1750 rpm |
| 0–62 mph (0–100 km/h) | 9.8 s |
| Top speed | 129 mph (207 km/h) |
Fuel economy and emissions
| Fuel | Diesel |
|---|---|
| City | 30 mpg (7.8 l/100 km) |
| Highway | 42 mpg (5.6 l/100 km) |
| Fuel tank | 16.9 gal (64 l) |
Body, dimensions and weight
| Body style | Sedan |
|---|---|
| Doors | 5 |
| Length | 176.0 in (4,471 mm) |
| Width | 68.5 in (1,739 mm) |
| Height | 55.7 in (1,415 mm) |
| Curb weight | 3,031 lb (1,375 kg) |
| Gross vehicle weight | 4,134 lb (1,875 kg) |
| Cargo volume | 14.1 cu ft (400 l) |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Gears | 5 |
| Steering | Hydraulic power steering |
| Front suspension | Spring strut |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
| Tires | 195/65 R15 |
| Wheels | R15 |
| Driver assistance | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
What to check on a BMW 3 Series with this engine
- On a diesel, check the particulate filter (DPF), the injectors and the dual-mass flywheel: they are the expensive repairs.
- 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 Sedan (E46) engines
| Engine | Fuel | Power | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 318i (118 hp) | Gasoline | 118 hp (87 kW) | |
| 318i (118 hp) Automatic | Gasoline | 118 hp (87 kW) | |
| 320i (150 hp) | Gasoline | 150 hp (110 kW) | |
| 320i (150 hp) Automatic | Gasoline | 150 hp (110 kW) | |
| 323i (170 hp) | Gasoline | 170 hp (125 kW) | |
| 323i (170 hp) Automatic | Gasoline | 170 hp (125 kW) | |
| 328i (193 hp) | Gasoline | 193 hp (142 kW) | |
| 328i (193 hp) Automatic | Gasoline | 193 hp (142 kW) | |
| 316i (105 hp) | Gasoline | 105 hp (77 kW) | |
| 330 xd (184 hp) | Diesel | 184 hp (135 kW) | |
| 330d (184 hp) | Diesel | 184 hp (135 kW) | |
| 330 Xi (231 hp) Automatic | Gasoline | 231 hp (170 kW) | |
| 330 xi (231 hp) | Gasoline | 231 hp (170 kW) | |
| 330i (231 hp) | Gasoline | 231 hp (170 kW) | |
| 330i (231 hp) Automatic | Gasoline | 231 hp (170 kW) |