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    BMW 330i

    BMW 330i

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    $82,045

    It could well be that the BMW 330i is the sweet spot in the BMW range. Not just the 3 Series line-up. The entire BMW range. That may be down to its engine, but it more likely relates to it being the right fit for a lot of luxury car buyers. The current BMW 330i runs a 2.0-litre petrol turbocharged four-cylinder engine, with an eight-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive underpinnings. It’s a sweet powertrain, and the fact there are multiple trim levels available underlines its appeal. The BMW 330i starts at $82,045.

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    6.5L/100km (combined)
    Sedan
    8 Speed Automatic
    Premium Unleaded Petrol
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    Overview
    Likes
    Driving performance
    Well-specified base model
    Sexy styling
    Dislikes
    Harder ride might bother some people
    Cosy back seat for child seats
    Lacklustre lane keeping tech

    BMW 330i Pricing & Specs

    The price range for the BMW 330i varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $82,045 and going to $92,900 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.
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    BMW 330i Colours

    Alpine White
    Black Sapphire
    Dravit Grey
    Glacier Silver
    Jet Black
    Mediterranean Blue
    Melbourne Red
    Mineral Grey
    Mineral White
    Sunset Orange
    Vermont Bronze
    To confirm current colour availability, please check the manufacturer's website. Shown above are the colours for the BMW 330i.

    BMW 330i FAQs

    Advice on E46 BMW secondhand

    I would urge caution; it's an old car and has done a lot of kilometres. Have it checked by a mechanic who knows the brand before you do the deal. A friend who was a trained BMW mechanic and also sold them at a BMW dealership once told me that anyone buying a BMW should have an exit strategy. In other words, he was saying don't own them too long and get out of them before they become too expensive to own. You say you want to own it two years maximum, I would say that's as long as you should own it.

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    Ask Smithy Xtra Radiator bang in BMW

    Your first port of call is to the mechanic. He fitted the part and it’s his responsibility to sort the problem out, including any damage the failed fan caused to other parts. If the part he fitted is determined to be faulty, he is the one who should make the claim against the manufacturer, not your daughter.

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    Which small car to buy

    LIKE you, I prefer rear-wheel-drive cars for the way they drive and feel on the road. I'm also in favour of buying used BMWs and Mercedes-Benzes because you get to drive a better car than you might otherwise be able to afford, but they can be expensive to service and repair. For that reason I am loathe to recommend them. But I also agree that some of the cars coming from Japan look good, and I particularly like the new Lancer. I wouldn't be concerned about front-wheel drive at all, there's nothing wrong with the way they drive, handle, steer or brake.

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    BMW 330i Interior

    The BMW 330i is on the cutting edge when it comes to interior design and execution. As these images show, its cabin is covered in luxurious Vernasca leather upholstery, while aluminium trim adds some much-needed shine. The flashy dashboard is punctuated by a large touchscreen multimedia system, which sits alongside a digital instrument cluster.

    Rear legroom behind my driving position isn’t too generous for me at 191cm tall.
    Rear legroom behind my driving position isn’t too generous for me at 191cm tall.
    Being larger than the previous model, cabin space has increased.
    Being larger than the previous model, cabin space has increased.
    The 330i Touring shows off BMW’s new-generation cockpit, complete with a virtual (digital) instrument cluster, and large integrated media display.
    The 330i Touring shows off BMW’s new-generation cockpit, complete with a virtual (digital) instrument cluster, and large integrated media display.
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    Shown above are interior details for the BMW 330i 2020.

    BMW 330i Dimensions

    The dimensions of the BMW 330i Sedan and Wagon vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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    BMW 330i Wheel Size

    The BMW 330i has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 225x40 R19 for Sedan in 2025 with a wheel size that spans from 8x19 inches.
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    BMW 330i Fuel consumption

    The BMW 330i is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by PULP fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 6.5L/100km for Sedan
    *Combined fuel consumption
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    BMW 330i Towing Capacity

    The BMW 330i has maximum towing capacity of 1600kg for the latest model available.
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