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2018 BMW 330i

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2018 330i.

Transmission Automatic (S8)

The 2018 BMW 330i pairs an eight-speed automatic (S8) with EPA ratings of 24 mpg city, 34 mpg highway, and 27 mpg combined. The model’s complaint history, however, covers only 1999 through 2011—a span in which the 2001 model year recorded 121 complaints as both the highest and lowest figure. Consequently, this 2018 iteration sits outside that documented range, meaning its reliability cannot be measured against the 121-complaint baseline that defines the available historical data.

Model year20252023201820062003

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Lug nut torque103 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy24/34/27 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 94R · 800 CCA battery, OE oil filter 11425B3A1A5. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 94R · 800 CCAOEM · verified
Tire sizeP225/50R17OEM · verified
Wheel / rim7.5; Optional: 8.0; Front Optional: 8.0; Rear Optional: 8.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter11425B3A1A5 alt 11428575211
Engine air filter13718632502
Spark plug12120040551
Battery61216806755 alt 61216805461
Front wiper blades61615A43585
Cabin air filter64116821995 alt 64119237555

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S8)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length182.3 in
Overall width71.3 in
Overall height56.3 in
Wheelbase110.6 in
Curb weight3510 lb
Track (front / rear)60.6 / 62.2 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)50/50

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined24 / 34 / 27 mpg
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume96 cu ft
Cargo volume13 cu ft
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the 330i of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

5.4–6.0 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 5.40 sec — 2017 330 330i Sedan (Sport)
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2017330 330i Sedan (Sport) 2.0L Turbo I-45.40 sec14.00 sec248 hpRWD
2017330 330i Sedan (Sport) 2.0L Turbo I-45.50 sec14.20 sec248 hpRWD
2016330 330e iPerformance Plug-In Hybrid Sedan 2.0L Turbo I-4 + Elec 7.6-kWh5.60 sec14.10 sec248 hpRWD
2016330 330e iPerformance Plug-In Hybrid Sedan 2.0L Turbo I-4 + Elec 7.6-kWh5.80 sec14.30 sec248 hpRWD
2016330 330e iPerformance Plug-In Hybrid Sedan 2.0L Turbo I-4 + Elec 7.6-kWh6.00 sec14.60 sec248 hpRWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 103 ft-lbs. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Brake FluidDOT 4
Clutch FluidDOT 4

Engine torques

Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s)7.4 ft-lbs
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s)3.0 ft-lbs
Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs14.0 ft-lbs
Oxygen (O2S) Sensor Bolt(s)35.0 ft-lbs
Knock Sense (KS) Bolt(s)18.0 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts7.3 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts7.3 ft-lbs
Nitrogen Oxide (NOX) Sensor Bolt(s)37.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts103 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.19-1.23 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Standard BCI Group Number94R
Standard BCI Cranking Performance800 cca
Standard BCI Group Number48
Standard BCI Cranking Performance760 cca

Service checks

RPM725.0

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 3 stages
114.0 ft. lbs.14 ft. lbs
270 degrees70 degrees
370
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 3 stages

Prep Do not reuse old bolts. Use new bolts coated with clean engine oil. Tighten all bolts to finger tight then continue on with the following procedure.

122.0 ft. lbs.22 ft. lbs
290 degrees.90 degrees
3180 degrees180 degrees
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts — tightening sequence 5 stages
17.4 ft. lbs.7.4 ft. lbs
27.4 ft. lbs.7.4 ft. lbs
311.8 ft. lbs.11.8 ft. lbs
411.8 ft. lbs.11.8 ft. lbs
511.8
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts — tightening sequence 5 stages
17.4 ft. lbs.7.4 ft. lbs
27.4 ft. lbs.7.4 ft. lbs
311.8 ft. lbs.11.8 ft. lbs
411.8 ft. lbs.11.8 ft. lbs
511.8
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 3 stages
118.0 ft. lbs.18 ft. lbs
260 degrees60 degrees
360

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

This vehicle uses condition-based service — it signals maintenance needs through its onboard service indicator rather than fixed mileage intervals. Items on the factory schedule:

ReplaceEngine Oil Filter · Spark Plugs · Engine Oil · Cabin Air Filter · Engine Air Filter Element
InspectWindshield Washer System · Body Water Drains · Underbody · Brake Line · Tire Repair Kit Sealant · Disc Brake Caliper · Brake Rotor · Air Bag System
Road testUniversal Vehicle Operation
Inspect Fluid LevelEngine Coolant System
ResetTire Pressure Monitoring System
Drain, Refill & BleedBrake Hydraulic System

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

1
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
0
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
0
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent
’99’00’01’11

No owner complaints on record with NHTSA for this vehicle.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

18V465000Engine And Engine Cooling:EngineReported 12/07/2018

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW 540d xDrive vehicles. The crankshaft sensor may be equipped with incorrect firmware, preventing the sensor from properly processing input from the crankshaft… Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft sensor, free of charge. The recall began September 6, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

VIN tools

Decode factory build data for a specific vehicle by VIN.

VIN
Decode a VIN to confirm the transmission and build data for a specific 330i. OEM
Build data
Plant, GVWR class, engine and body data for any 17-character VIN.
Recalls
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Vehicles with shared specs

Find every vehicle that shares this one's battery, bulbs, oil capacity, platform or parts.

Group 94R batteryEngine oil filter 11425B3A1A5Engine air filter 13718632502Spark plug 12120040551Battery 61216806755

Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

Vehicle recalls & TSBsOBD-II trouble codesTorque specificationsMaintenance schedulesFluid capacities & specs

Frequently asked

Does the 2018 330i have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the 330i get?

EPA figures are 24 city / 34 highway / 27 combined mpg.